The 15 Best Fast Boat & Speedboat Transfers

1.Boat Trip to Symi Island by Fast Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 975 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $48Our pick

Travel from Rhodes to Symi by fast boat and spend roughly four hours exploring the island on your own. Choose a meeting-point option or pay extra for hotel pickup, with return transport included. Expect colorful harbor homes, shops, tavernas, photo stops, and a quick crossing that can feel bumpy in windy weather.

“Fantastic, so well organised and the people were so polite and professional. Thank you. Would highly recommend”

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2.Fast Boat To Symi with a swimming stop at St George’s Bay! (Only 1hr journey)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 741 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $71

Take a fast boat from Rhodes to Symi in about one hour, enjoy three hours of free time among colorful harbor houses, then swim for 30 minutes at St George’s Bay on the return trip. Restrooms are on board, and the 9:00 and 11:00 departures include the swim stop.

“What a wonderful day symi is beautiful swimming in the sea perfect and the fast boat the Ferrari as the called it was brilliant”

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3.Whale Watching, The Famous Arch and Fast Boat Tour in Los Cabos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 693 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $99

Ride a powerful inflatable boat from Cabo San Lucas into the Sea of Cortez or Pacific Ocean, searching for humpback whales from December through April. Your guide explains whale behavior, and onboard hydrophones let you hear their calls. The return route passes the Arch, sea lions, and Lovers Beach.

“The whale watching was AMAZING! Great people at Cabo Adventures. Especially Jerry our guide and his crew. Super informative and lots of WHALES! Don’t hesitate to book this, it’s some of the most fun you’ll have in Cabo!”

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4.Santorini Day Trip with Fast Ferry Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 365 reviews · 11 - 12 hours · from $199

You’ll cross from Heraklion to Santorini by comfortable Seajets ferry, then visit Oia and Fira by air-conditioned bus. Guides such as Theodora, Diego, and Adonis help with directions and local context, while free time lets you shop, eat, and take photos at your own pace.

“The ferry was ferry nice, upscale and comfortable! I loved thang they had a coffee shop and bakery inside! Once the ferry took off, you could get up and move around throughout. We arrived at our destination in the allotted time and found our bus right away. The guide recommended a few famous photo places but never took us there, you were on your own. I would recommend you get all of your goods and souvenirs in Santorini main area because it’s significantly cheaper than when the guide took us to the lesser known city of Santorini. I was so glad I decided to do that. Disappointed I didn’t think…”

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5.Day Trip to Symi Island by Fast Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 292 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $50

This self-guided day trip takes you from Rhodes to Symi by fast boat in about 75 minutes. You get roughly four hours on the island for Gialos harbor, colorful houses, local seafood, shops, photos, and a relaxed walk. Hotel pickup is optional, and George may confirm arrangements by WhatsApp.

“The trip was excellent from start to finish. I thoroughly enjoyed the day. no faults at all. I would definitely recommend using this company.”

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6.Paihia: Hole in the Rock Fast Boat Ocean Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 132 reviews · 1h 30m · from $89

You’ll ride a purpose-built fast catamaran from Paihia with local skippers such as Gavin, GG, and Marty. Expect Cape Brett, Cathedral Cave, wildlife watching, and a chance to pass through the Hole in the Rock when sea conditions allow.

“We absolutely loved this activity and will definitely do it again when we return, the tour was fun, the guide was amazing and the fast boat meant that we were able to glide over the bumps with ease and the suspension seats were definitely a blessing. We were on a cruise so we did the 10am and this left us plenty of time to check out the markets and the incredible bakery. Our friends who did the 4.5 hour trip all came back a little queezy and were not able to pass through the hole due to the conditions. We were able to get through the hole and go quite…”

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7.Colonia Sant Jordi: Premium & Fast Boat Tour around Cabrera

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 118 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $66

From Colonia Sant Jordi, cruise around Cabrera’s 19 islets, spot seabirds and possible dolphins, explore the island, and swim at Sa Cova. Choose a 3-hour express trip or a 6-hour premium outing with more island time. Bring food, water, and sturdy shoes.

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8.Rottnest Island Roundtrip Fast Ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 115 reviews · from $65

Take a 40-minute ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour to Rottnest Island, then plan your own day among 63 beaches and bays. Hire a bike or e-bike, use the hop-on hop-off bus, visit Wadjemup Lighthouse, spot quokkas, or relax by the water. Return ferry departs at 4:30pm.

“The ferry was a great way to get to Rottnest. It was very quick and ran smoothly, and the ferry itself was very clean and spacious.”

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9.Rottnest Island Fast Ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour Including Bike Hire

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 102 reviews · from $86

Take a fast ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour to car-free Rottnest Island, with a standard bicycle and helmet ready for you on arrival. Spend the day choosing your own route between 63 bays and beaches, Wadjemup Lighthouse, and West End. Hotel pickup is available from selected Perth hotels.

“Excellent day! Did not need cash for bike deposit, card was ok. They also have snorkels to rent. Very easy”

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10.Fast Boat Transfer: Sanur to Nusa Penida by Penidago

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 86 reviews · from $9Best value

Penidago connects Sanur and Nusa Penida in about 30 to 60 minutes aboard Angel Billabong fast boats. Choose one-way or return travel, several daily departures, 25 kg luggage space, life jackets, insurance, and an optional hotel transfer to Sanur.

“Organized process of register and guidance to boat. Issue color badge, boarding pass and receipt at meeting point counter. At time of boarding a staff announced, and lead us to the harbor, and to the boat”

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11.Cat Cocos: Mahe to Praslin Island Fast Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 85 reviews · from $72

Travel from Mahé’s Inter Island Quay to Praslin’s Baie Sainte Anne Jetty in about one hour aboard Cat Cocos. Choose one-way or round-trip travel, with lower deck, upper deck, or business class seating. You’ll get island views, organized baggage handling, and several sailing times each week.

“It was fast ferry for unknown reasons. I felt sick and thrown up during the trip! The ferry dismissed the enjoyment factor on the trip!”

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12.1 Day Komodo Trip by Private Fast Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 83 reviews

You’ll spend about 10.5 hours on a private fast boat from Labuan Bajo, visiting Padar Island, Komodo Island, Pink Beach, Manta Point, Taka Makassar, and Kanawa. An English-speaking guide, snorkeling gear, lunch, fruit, soft drinks, and water are included. National park fees cost extra.

“Pros; Komodo island is beautiful. Cons; 1. One day tour by fast Boat trip(6 destination+ activities) for 974.36 usd was completely over priced. Local cost ( Komodo island) for a private fast boat trip was 8.8 juta idr( =593 usd) 2. Only one meRead more”

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13.Okikoki Banis – Comino Blue Lagoon Speedboat Trip- Fast Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $59

Ride from St. Julian’s Bay to Comino in 35 to 40 minutes, cruise past St. Paul’s Islands and through Comino’s caves, then spend about five hours at the Blue Lagoon. Guides such as Ian and Toni provide commentary. Expect spray, a lively ride, and shared transport.

“Toni was absolutely brilliant. Such a people person so friendly & every question we asked he knew the answer as he’s been in this job 50 years. It was so fun and fast on the speed boat”

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14.Fast Boat To Symi & St George’s Bay Directly from Faliraki Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 75 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $83

Take a fast boat from Ammoudes near Faliraki Beach to Symi, with three hours to explore its pretty harbor and village. On the return, stop for 30 minutes at St George's Bay for swimming and views. The captain and crew keep the trip organized, but expect wind and a basic boat.

“Fun speed boat experience to the island of Symi. The captain & crew were great. Well organized. Awesome time jumping off the boat into St Georges Bay!!”

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15.Private Speedboat transfer Between Lombok and Gili Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · from $15

Travel privately between Teluk Nara Harbor and Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, or Gili Meno aboard a speedboat for up to seven people. You choose the departure time between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM. Ramadana and the local team coordinate the trip, with car service available for easier harbor access.

“We travelled from Gili T to Lombok. The communication was great leading up to the trip. The power boat was a much better experience than the larger fast boat. Our friend from Gili T spoke with the boat captain and arranged for us to be picked up from the beach. Much easier than battling the crowd on the harbour.”

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