Chalki Island Boat Trip and Butterfly Valley Visit
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Chalki Island Boat Trip and Butterfly Valley Visit

4.1/5
Excellent
Based on 27 reviews
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$64.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours

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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
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • Bring your passport or official EU identification
  • 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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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

Excellent

4.1/5

Based on 27 reviews from verified customers

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  • 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 ...

  • Lisa

    From United Kingdom - September 2024

    Traveled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Beautiful habitat of the butterflies in the valley and enough time to see it. Loved Chalki particularly the Potamos beach - crystal clear, shallow wa ...

  • Sophie

    From United States of America - July 2024

    Traveled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

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