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Spend a half-day with Captain Manolis off Kolona Harbour: troll for little tuna, drop lines for bottom fish, swim in crystalline coves and finish by grilling your catch on board. Small groups and included lunch make this a hands-on Aegean experience.
Spend a half-day with Captain Manolis off Kolona Harbour: troll for little tuna, drop lines for bottom fish, swim in crystalline coves and finish by grilling your catch on board. Small groups and included lunch make this a hands-on Aegean experience.
The boat rocks gently as Rhodes shrinks into a band of ochre rooftops and the wind pulls salt across your face. On the quay at Kolona Harbour the captain — Michalis Liberis, who has spent decades reading Aegean currents — checks lines while the crew fires up a small grill. Within minutes the town’s last voices are behind you and the sea takes command: first a steady trolling for little tuna, then a slow drift while lines sink to the bottom.
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Operated by Captain Manolis Fishing Trips in Rhodes · Rhodes, South Aegean
The boat rocks gently as Rhodes shrinks into a band of ochre rooftops and the wind pulls salt across your face. On the quay at Kolona Harbour the captain — Michalis Liberis, who has spent decades reading Aegean currents — checks lines while the crew fires up a small grill. Within minutes the town’s last voices are behind you and the sea takes command: first a steady trolling for little tuna, then a slow drift while lines sink to the bottom.
Rhodes has always been a maritime island. Its stone harbours hosted Phoenician traders, Byzantine galleys and later the Knights of St. John; today the rhythms are quieter but no less rooted in the sea. The rock under these waters is a mix of limestone shelves and rocky reefs carved by millennia of waves — places where bait congregates and fish follow. Local fishermen still read swell and wind the way their grandparents did, and Captain Manolis’s trip is a direct line into that living craft.
The day blends practical work and small pleasures: cast a line for a hopeful tug, drop anchor in a glassy cove for a swim, then gather around a freshly grilled fish that tastes of salt and wood smoke. The barbecue is simple — one fresh fish (about 500 g), Greek salad, bread and open beers — but eating it on the boat, with pilings sliding by and gulls arguing overhead, is the reason you came.
Expect hands-on instruction. The captain supplies rods, bait and safety gear; non-anglers can try snorkeling or simply stretch out on deck. The group size is deliberately small (up to 10), so there’s room to learn and enough time at the best spots. Weather, however, writes the day’s plan; strong meltemi winds can move you to protected coves or prompt a cancellation for safety.
Practicalities: the tour runs about 4.5 hours and departs daily from Kolona Harbour in Rhodes town. Bring layered sun protection, non-slip shoes, and a small dry bag for valuables. If you’re prone to motion sickness, take preventive medication before boarding; the captain will brief you on basic rod handling and landing fish, but physical demands are low — steady balance and a willingness to get a bit wet are the main requirements.
This trip is as much about rhythm as it is about the catch. You’ll leave with a story, a grilled fish, and a clearer sense of Rhodes’s marine life — dolphins often shadow the boat, and loggerhead turtles patrol deeper waters. Whether you cast your first line or simply want a day at sea with a local crew and a real island meal, Captain Manolis’s outing is a direct, immediate way to meet the Aegean.
Meet at Kolona Harbour in Rhodes town; the captain will be waiting on the quay — check your booking for the exact meeting point and time.
Yes — rods, bait and basic tackle are provided as part of the tour, so you can fish without bringing equipment.
Yes, the trip is family-friendly and suitable for children, but minors should be supervised and wear life jackets when on deck.
Tours are canceled or rescheduled if conditions are unsafe; cancelations for bad weather usually follow local forecasts and captain discretion, with refunds per the booking policy.
Typically yes — small daily catches are grilled aboard and served; larger fish may be kept subject to local regulations and crew guidance.
Bottled water, soft drinks, beers and a barbecue lunch (fresh fish, Greek salad, bread) are included in the trip price.
Captain Manolis Fishing Trips in Rhodes operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The boat rocks gently as Rhodes shrinks into a band of ochre rooftops and the wind pulls salt across your face. On the quay at Kolona Harbour the captain — Michalis Liberis, who has spent decades reading Aegean currents — checks lines while the crew fires up a small grill. Within minutes the town’s last voices are behind you and the sea takes command: first a steady trolling for little tuna, then a slow drift while lines sink to the bottom.
The boat rocks gently as Rhodes shrinks into a band of ochre rooftops and the wind pulls salt across your face. On the quay at Kolona Harbour the captain — Michalis Liberis, who has spent decades reading Aegean currents — checks lines while the crew fires up a small grill. Within minutes the town’s last voices are behind you and the sea takes command: first a steady trolling for little tuna, then a slow drift while lines sink to the bottom.
Rhodes has always been a maritime island. Its stone harbours hosted Phoenician traders, Byzantine galleys and later the Knights of St. John; today the rhythms are quieter but no less rooted in the sea. The rock under these waters is a mix of limestone shelves and rocky reefs carved by millennia of waves — places where bait congregates and fish follow. Local fishermen still read swell and wind the way their grandparents did, and Captain Manolis’s trip is a direct line into that living craft.
The day blends practical work and small pleasures: cast a line for a hopeful tug, drop anchor in a glassy cove for a swim, then gather around a freshly grilled fish that tastes of salt and wood smoke. The barbecue is simple — one fresh fish (about 500 g), Greek salad, bread and open beers — but eating it on the boat, with pilings sliding by and gulls arguing overhead, is the reason you came.
Expect hands-on instruction. The captain supplies rods, bait and safety gear; non-anglers can try snorkeling or simply stretch out on deck. The group size is deliberately small (up to 10), so there’s room to learn and enough time at the best spots. Weather, however, writes the day’s plan; strong meltemi winds can move you to protected coves or prompt a cancellation for safety.
Practicalities: the tour runs about 4.5 hours and departs daily from Kolona Harbour in Rhodes town. Bring layered sun protection, non-slip shoes, and a small dry bag for valuables. If you’re prone to motion sickness, take preventive medication before boarding; the captain will brief you on basic rod handling and landing fish, but physical demands are low — steady balance and a willingness to get a bit wet are the main requirements.
This trip is as much about rhythm as it is about the catch. You’ll leave with a story, a grilled fish, and a clearer sense of Rhodes’s marine life — dolphins often shadow the boat, and loggerhead turtles patrol deeper waters. Whether you cast your first line or simply want a day at sea with a local crew and a real island meal, Captain Manolis’s outing is a direct, immediate way to meet the Aegean.