Ferry from Kamiros Skala (Rhodes) to Chalki (Halki)

Kamiros Skala, on the west coast of Rhodes, is the closest departure point for Chalki, and the crossing takes around forty to fifty minutes. Star Gem Maritime and the local Nissos Halki service run it, with the Aegean Gem among the vessels used. It is a short, straightforward hop across to the island you can already see from the Rhodes shore.

Chalki is a tiny Dodecanese island, tranquil and largely undeveloped compared with Rhodes. Boats dock at Emborio, effectively the island's only town, where pastel neoclassical houses line the small harbour. Quiet beaches and a slow pace are the point of the place, and the population is very small, so expect a handful of tavernas and rooms rather than resort infrastructure.

Sailings run daily and often more than once a day in season, which makes the island workable as a day trip from Rhodes as well as a stay. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Kamiros Skala is reached by road from Rhodes Town in around an hour, and the bus service is limited, so most people drive or take a taxi.

Kamiros Skala to Chalki Ferry Fares

Weekly Kamiros Skala to Chalki Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Kamiros Skala to Chalki between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Kamiros Skala to Chalki ferry

• Cold drinks sell out on very busy summer sailings; buy yours as soon as you board rather than waiting until you are thirsty.
• Evening arrivals into a lit island harbour are particularly beautiful; consider timing a crossing to arrive at dusk if the schedule allows.
• Booking directly with the ferry operator's own website often gives you the same price as third-party sites and makes changes or cancellations simpler.
• Short hops in the Dodecanese (e.g. Rhodes to Symi, or Kos to Kalymnos) pass through strikingly scenic straits – make sure your phone is charged for photos.
• Do not leave valuables unattended in luggage – ferry saloons are busy places and opportunistic theft, while rare, does occur.

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