Chalki Island Boat Trip and Butterfly Valley Visit
Excursions & day trips

Chalki Island Boat Trip and Butterfly Valley Visit

4/5
Great
Based on 29 reviews
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$66.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Butterfly Valley nature reserve
  • Boat journey to second island
  • Exploration of island of Chalki
  • Sea swimming
What to expect

Variety is the name of the game on this vastly contrasted excursion. Get back to nature at the renowned Butterfly Valley nature reserve, before a visit to the completely unspoilt and sleepy island of Chalki.

Journey to Rhodes's fertile interior in the morning, headed to the ecological sanctuary that is Butterfly Valley. Walk under the canopy of the forest, alongside waterfalls and ponds rich in wildlife. From mid-June to mid-September this is home to hundreds of thousands of Callimorpha butterflies, attracted by the resin of its storax trees. They make for quite the spectacle.

Afterwards, it's back to the coast where you'll board your boat to Chalki. This sleepy island has pretty houses scattered around the harbour where small fishing boats are moored. Take a walk around and enjoy this idyllic getaway and get a feel for traditional Greek island living. There'll also be time for a refreshing afternoon swim in Chalki's clear waters.

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What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Boat transfer
  • check Escort
What to remember
  • Entrance to Butterfly Valley not included
  • Butterflies present in season only - from June to September
  • Pick-ups are available from Ialyssos, Ixia, Kallithea, Rhodes Town, Faliraki, Kolymbia, Ladiko, Afandou, Tholos, Archangelos, Lindos, Lardos, Pefkos, Gennadi, Kiotari, Lachania, Plimmiri. If you don't see the option to add a hotel for pickup, please provide the details at checkout
  • Please be advised that the total length of stay in Chalki Island is approx. 5 hours and the total duration of the whole day (including the transfers) is over 9 hours
  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • Some entrance fees and optional extras are payable locally
  • Subject to weather conditions
  • Not suitable for guests who suffer from travel sickness
  • Bring a hat
  • English-speaking guide for all nationalities
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Provider
TUI Hellas Travel, Tourism and Airlines SA, with Tax Number 094469778 and Travel License Number 0261Ε60000126100
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Great

4/5

Based on 29 reviews from verified customers

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Review categories

Service

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Value for money

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Safety

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  • Iz

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Traveled with a group of friends

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Poor

    Overall rated

    2/5

    the island itself was pretty the rep was helpful advertised valley as high season, got told once there it’s still slow should have been mentioned that ...

  • M and A

    From United Kingdom - June 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    Firstly Pick up information was poor, info said outside Gennadi Grand not at the bus stop but the driver had the bus stop, so nearly missed the trip. ...

  • LucyG

    From United Kingdom - October 2024

    Traveled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Butterfly valley was nice but in October there are no moths to see so maybe you could change it in October to one of the villages to visit instead. Ch ...

  • Lindsey of Kent

    From United Kingdom - October 2024

    Traveled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Lovely day out. The boat across to chalki island took about an hour with views of other islands . This was an unexpected bonus ! It was a10 minute ...

  • Steve Harper

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Solo traveler

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    I had an outstanding day at the butterfly valley and Chalki island thereafter. I was picked up on time. The coach was comfortable and air conditioned. ...

  • Lesley Richings

    From United States of America - September 2024

    Traveled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Butterfly Valley was in a beautiful setting and we saw lots of beautiful Butterfly's. Our guide was a lovely lady called Grace who was English and ver ...

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