Scooter Rentals on Kalymnos island, Greece

Kalymnos rewards anyone willing to leave the port on two wheels. Hop on a scooter in Pothia and within twenty minutes you can be sipping coffee at a waterside taverna in Emporios, or watching the light change over Telendos from the cafes of Myrties. The island's switchback roads, cut into cliffs and citrus valleys, are half the reason to visit — and a scooter is the only way to feel them properly, rather than glimpse them through a bus window.

Kalymnos is small, steep and stitched together by narrow coastal roads, which makes it ideal scooter territory. Buses run rarely and a car feels like overkill for an island where nowhere is more than twenty minutes from Pothia. On a scooter you can stop wherever a view or a beach catches your eye, squeeze into village parking a car never could, and take the hairpin bends above Myrties and Emporios at your own pace — which, for many visitors, climbers included, is the whole point of coming here.

Top 10 things to see in Kalymnos by scooter

1. Emporios — a quiet north-coast fishing village with a scenic taverna-lined bay, reached along the island's most dramatic coastal road.
2. Myrties — a west-coast village with a classic viewpoint over Telendos island and waterfront cafes, an easy short ride from Pothia.
3. Massouri — the resort strip next to Myrties, a popular base for climbers, with restaurants and sunset views over Telendos.
4. Telendos — a tiny islet just a short boat hop from Myrties; ride there for the crossing and the view alone.
5. Vathys and Rina harbour — a lush, narrow citrus-tree valley ending at one of the island's prettiest little harbours, and one of its signature rides.
6. Kalymnos Castle — hilltop Venetian-Byzantine fortress ruins above Pothia with panoramic harbour views.
7. Pera Kastro — a ruined medieval hilltop settlement near Chorio, with chapels and sweeping views after a short climb.
8. Kantouni Beach — an easy sandy beach near Panormos, perfect for a quick swim stop on a loop ride.
9. Arginonta — a quieter bay north of Massouri, worth the detour off the main coastal route.
10. Skalia Beach — a small pebble cove near Emporios, the scenic reward at the end of the road north.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Kalymnos?

For mopeds up to 50cc, you need at least a category AM licence, with a minimum age of 16; larger scooters from 125cc require the matching motorcycle category, A1, A2 or A. A standard car licence is not accepted as a substitute in Greece, and non-EU visitors should carry an International Driving Permit alongside their home licence. Rental shops will also ask for a deposit, usually held on a credit card, with the amount varying by operator and engine size.

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

Expect to pay roughly 5-8 EUR per day in low season and 10-15 EUR per day in high season, with premium models running 15-20 EUR per day.

• July and August are the priciest months, when demand on the island peaks.
• November to March is cheapest, though many shops trim their fleets or close for the winter.
• April, May and October sit comfortably in between, with good availability and lower prices.

When to book a rental scooter in Kalymnos?

If you're travelling in July or August, book well ahead — scooters sell out fast and prices sit at their highest. Shoulder months like May, June, September and October bring milder weather, thinner crowds and easier last-minute bookings. Outside of that, from November through March, many rental shops reduce their offer or shut for the season, so it's worth checking availability before you plan a winter trip.

Local traffic rules in Kalymnos

Greece drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for both rider and passenger, and police enforcement is strict, with substantial fines for going without one. Speed limits are 50 km/h in built-up areas and 90 km/h on open roads, though the island's narrow, winding lanes rarely let you approach that. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l for most drivers, but only 0.2 g/l for motorcyclists, so it's best to treat any riding day as an alcohol-free one. Stick to paved roads, too — rental insurance almost never covers dirt tracks or beaches.

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!