Jet ski rentals in Rhodes run from 40 € to 50 €, with sessions ranging from 10 to 30 minutes, and every operator on this list welcomes all experience levels. The real decision comes down to location and duration. If you want maximum time on the water, go straight for a 30-minute session. Tsambika Beach and Theologos Beach sit on the east and west coasts respectively, offering calmer, more sheltered conditions. Ixia Bay, on the northwest tip of the island, is exposed to stronger Aegean winds, which means choppier water and more resistance at speed. Budget pick: start at 40 € with Jet Ski Tsampika. For the most intense ride, pick Ixia and book the full 30-minute slot. Simple rule: if you want a smooth first experience, head east. If you want the water to push back, go to Ixia.
Jet Ski Rental from Tsambika Beach in Rhodes
At 40 €, Jet Ski Tsampika is the lowest price on the list and operates from the scenic east coast at Tsambika Beach.
Jet Ski Rental at Ixia in Rhodes
Surfers Paradise puts you on Ixia Bay, where Aegean winds create the roughest conditions available, for a full 30-minute session at 50 €.
Jet Ski Rental in Rhodes
Windsurfers World covers 6 languages including Russian, Estonian and Lithuanian, making it the most multilingual operator in Rhodes.
Jet Ski Rentals at Theologos Beach in Rhodes
Surf & Kite Theologos charges 45 €, sits between the two budget extremes, and operates from the west coast at Theologos Beach.
Modern rental jet skis typically reach speeds between 50 and 80 km/h depending on the model and operator restrictions. At Ixia Bay, stronger Aegean winds and choppier water add extra intensity to every acceleration.
No experience required. All 4 operators listed explicitly welcome everybody, including first-timers. Operators provide a safety briefing before you head out.
Ixia Bay on the northwest coast. It's directly exposed to the Aegean's prevailing meltemi winds, which create rougher surface conditions compared to the sheltered east coast beaches.
Most rental jet skis accommodate a pilot and one passenger. Confirm with your chosen operator at booking since availability depends on the specific machines in their fleet.
Operators run sessions from June through September. July and August deliver the warmest water and the longest daylight hours, but also the highest demand, so booking ahead is recommended.
A 10-minute slot gives you just enough time to get comfortable with the controls. If you want to actually push the throttle and feel what the machine can do, the 30-minute session is the one to book.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12.6°C | 133.1 mm | Possible |
| February | 13°C | 52.4 mm | Good |
| March | 13.8°C | 61.4 mm | Good |
| April | 16°C | 19 mm | Peak |
| May | 19.4°C | 6.9 mm | Peak |
| June | 23.3°C | 0.3 mm | Peak |
| July | 25.9°C | 0 mm | Peak |
| August | 26.8°C | 0.4 mm | Peak |
| September | 24.9°C | 3.1 mm | Peak |
| October | 21.1°C | 48.1 mm | Peak |
| November | 17.5°C | 67 mm | Good |
| December | 13.1°C | 97.2 mm | Good |
Equipment
Wear a swimsuit and bring a change of dry clothes. All operators provide life jackets. A waterproof sunscreen rated SPF 30 or higher is essential on Rhodes in summer, since sessions expose you to direct Mediterranean sun with no shade.
Getting there
Pick your beach before you book: Jet Ski Tsampika is at Tsambika Beach on the east coast, Surf & Kite Theologos is at Theologos Beach on the west, and both Surfers Paradise and Windsurfers World operate from Ixia Bay on the northwest tip of the island, roughly 4 km from Rhodes city center.
Updated March 2026