Scooter Rentals on Ikaria island

Ikaria doesn't reveal itself from a bus window. The good coves are down dirt tracks, the mountain villages sit at the end of switchback roads, and the island rewards anyone willing to go looking. Rent a scooter in Ikaria and you can chase the turquoise water at Seychelles Beach near Gialiskari one morning, then climb into the pine-covered hills for a coffee in Christos Raches the same afternoon. Nobody sees this island properly from a coach seat.

At roughly 255 square kilometres, Ikaria is steep, folded and short on public transport — buses run rarely and only along the main routes. The coastal road between villages twists constantly, and the best beaches and hot springs sit down side roads a bus will never take. A scooter closes those gaps without the expense or bulk of a car, which is really more vehicle than these narrow lanes want anyway.

Top 10 things to see in Ikaria by scooter

1. Seychelles Beach — a secluded turquoise cove near Gialiskari, reached by a short dirt track and a classic scooter-and-swim stop.
2. Nas Beach — where a river meets the sea beside the ruins of an Artemis temple, right at the island's western tip.
3. Armenistis — the main north-coast resort village, a good base with tavernas and a harbor worth a slow loop.
4. Christos Raches — a quirky mountain village known for shops that open at night, and a scenic climb up from the coast.
5. Agios Kirikos — the island's capital and ferry port, worth the ride for the waterfront alone.
6. Therma hot springs — radioactive thermal springs by the sea, a short hop from the capital.
7. Moni Evangelismos — a hillside monastery above Agios Kirikos with sweeping Aegean views.
8. Kambos village — the former medieval capital, with quiet Byzantine church ruins off the coastal road.
9. Faros near Fanari — a lighthouse drive at the eastern tip with open sea views, a favourite for sunset.
10. Livadi Beach — a long sandy stretch near Armenistis, easy to reach and easy to love.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Ikaria?

For a 50cc moped you'll need at least a category AM licence; anything 125cc or larger requires the matching motorcycle category (A1, A2 or A) — a car licence alone won't cover you here. The minimum age is generally 16 for 50cc mopeds and 18 for the larger categories, though many rental shops set their own, higher bar. If you're travelling from outside the EU, bring an International Driving Permit. Expect to leave a deposit, usually held on a credit card, with the exact amount set by the rental company.

How much does it cost to rent a scooter in Ikaria?

A basic 50cc scooter runs from EUR 5-10 per day in low season up to EUR 15-25 in high season, while larger 125cc+ scooters or quads land around EUR 25-40 per day.

• Prices climb steadily from spring, peaking in July and August.
• November to March is cheapest, though many island rental shops close entirely for the winter.
• Shoulder months tend to offer the best mix of good weather and fair prices.

When to book a rental scooter in Ikaria?

High season runs July through August, when demand peaks and prices sit at their highest — book ahead if you're travelling then. Low season stretches November to March, with the lowest prices but also the risk that a shop simply isn't open. May, June, September and October hit the sweet spot: warm enough to ride comfortably, without the July heat or the crowds.

Local traffic rules in Ikaria

Greece drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for rider and passenger alike, and enforcement is strict. Speed limits top out at 50 km/h in built-up areas and 90 km/h on the open road, though Ikaria's narrow, winding lanes rarely let you get near that. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l generally, but a tighter 0.2 g/l applies to motorcyclists and new drivers — easiest just to skip the wine before you ride. Stick to paved roads: insurance almost never covers dirt tracks or beach riding, however tempting that last stretch of sand looks.

Types of scooters available

On our website you can rent the following types of scooters: classic scooter, Vespa, moped, motoroller, motoscooter, with a sidecar, with automatic or manual gears, three-wheeled scooters, large, maxi-scooter, touring, scooters with a windscreen and a roof, underbones, electric scooters.

Models of scooters available

On our website you can hire scooters from the following manufacturers: Adly, Aeon, Aprilia, Piaggio, Bajaj, Benelli, Beta, BMW, Derbi, Gilera, Honda, Kawasaki, Kymco, LML, Malaguti, Peugeot, PGO, Suzuki, SYM, TVS, Vespa, Yamaha.

Which insurance is provided with my rental scooter?

Usually basic third-party insurance is included in the rental price. If you wish to have more protection you can purchase additional CDW insurance, which limits your risk to the amount of your deposit. If you wish to rent a scooter without a deposit and with zero risk, you will need to add full insurance to your reservation.

Extra services available

When you make an online scooter reservation you can also order the following extra services and equipment: integral helmet, GPS navigation, intercom, unlimited mileage, top case, side cases, boots, jacket, gloves, individual guide or tour, map, full insurance, one-way rental, delivery to your hotel, delivery to your address, delivery to the arrival point of your choice.

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Most of our local moped rental companies have many years of experience and will provide you with a well-kept scooter, helmet, lock, top case, GPS, insurance and friendly service. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a scooter, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!