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Rhodes to Anafi Ferry

The Rhodes to Anafi ferry route is one of those connections that rewards travellers willing to go a little further off the beaten track. Rhodes itself needs little introduction -- it's one of the great islands of the Dodecanese, with a walled medieval city, sun-bleached beaches, and a harbour that has seen millennia of history. Anafi, by contrast, is one of the quietest and least-visited islands in the whole Aegean. Getting there by ferry is how most visitors arrive, and the crossing feels like a genuine transition from the busy to the blissfully unhurried.

Service runs year-round, with roughly one departure per day. That's not a lot of flexibility, so it pays to plan ahead -- particularly if you're travelling in summer, when berths fill up faster than you might expect for such a remote destination.

Monthly Schedule Overview

Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Rhodes to Anafi:

Month	Available	Avg. Ferries/Day
January	No	–
February	Yes	1.0
March	Yes	1.0
April	Yes	1.0
May	Yes	1.0
June	Yes	1.0
July	Yes	1.0
August	Yes	1.0
September	Yes	1.0
October	Yes	1.0
November	No	–
December	No	–

Tips for the Rhodes–Anafi Ferry

• Plan your island-hopping itinerary to move in one direction rather than doubling back. A route that progresses steadily through the Dodecanese -- say, from Athens towards Rhodes, or the reverse -- will generally cost you less and involve far less logistical stress than a zigzag.
• Pack a portable power bank with at least 10,000 mAh capacity. Charging sockets on Greek ferries can be unreliable, and small islands like Anafi occasionally experience power cuts. Having your own reserve means your phone stays alive for navigation and accommodation check-ins.
• If you're susceptible to seasickness, pick up dimenhydrinate tablets from any Greek pharmacy before you board. They're available over the counter, inexpensive, and work well for most people -- far better than suffering through a crossing you could have made comfortable.
• Once you reach Anafi, make time to visit the Chora -- the amphitheatrically built hilltop village that sits on the remains of an ancient settlement. From there, the hike east to the Monastery of Panagia Kalamiotissa is the island's standout experience: a rugged trail that ends with sweeping views across the Aegean that few tourists ever see.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often do ferries run from Rhodes to Anafi?

There's typically one ferry per day on the Rhodes to Anafi route, and the service runs year-round. That said, sailings are limited to certain days of the week -- currently Tuesday and Sunday -- so check the current schedule before committing to dates. Missing the only sailing of the day on a remote island like Anafi is not a situation you want to find yourself in.

Which ferry companies operate the Rhodes–Anafi route?

Several ferry companies serve this route. Operators and schedules change seasonally, so the best approach is to check a live booking platform for the most up-to-date information on who's running the crossing when you plan to travel.