Top 5 best scooter rentals in Donousa

Donousa is the kind of place where the ferry drops you at Stavros and the rest is up to you. This tiny Cycladic island has no buses, no taxis to speak of, and roads too narrow for most cars — but a scooter fits perfectly. Ride out past the harbour and you'll be swimming at Kedros Beach within minutes, or pushing further north toward the quiet hamlet of Kalotaritissa while the rest of the Cyclades queue for sunbeds. This is island life at its smallest and most honest, and two wheels are how you actually see it.

There's a reason nobody bothers with a car here: Donousa is only a few kilometres across, and its roads are light on traffic and heavy on scenery. A scooter lets you cover the whole island in a day — Chora, the beaches, the inland villages — without waiting on a boat taxi or hiking in the midday heat. If you want to rent a scooter in Donousa, this is exactly the kind of place the idea was made for.

Top 10 things to see in Donousa by scooter

1. Stavros (Donousa Chora) — the island's main village and port, with narrow lanes, whitewashed houses and tavernas; the natural place to start and end every ride.
2. Kedros Beach — the island's best-known organic sandy beach, with a beach bar, just a short ride from Chora.
3. Fykio Beach — a quieter cove past Kedros, ideal for a peaceful swim away from the crowds.
4. Livadi Beach — sandy and close to Chora, an easy first stop on two wheels.
5. Mersini — a small inland village with tavernas and views over terraced hillsides, a scenic detour off the main road.
6. Kalotaritissa — a tiny fishing hamlet at the island's northern tip, reached via a rougher scenic road, with boat trips to nearby islets.
7. Foukalies Sea Caves — dramatic sea caves near Kalotaritissa, worth the detour if you're exploring the north.
8. Messaria — a rural valley good for a quieter ride through Donousa's farmland.
9. Vathy Limenari — site of a Mycenaean-era cemetery, for those curious about the island's ancient past.
10. Ammoudi Beach — a small beach near Chora, perfect for a short hop when time is tight.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Donousa?

For scooters up to 50cc, a category AM licence is enough, and the minimum age is 16 — though rental companies often set their own higher age limit. Larger scooters from 125cc up require a full motorcycle licence (A1, A2 or A). Non-EU visitors should carry an International Driving Permit alongside their licence. Expect to leave a deposit, usually held on a credit card, which varies by operator and vehicle.

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

Average rental prices run from EUR 5–10 per day in low season up to EUR 15–25 per day in high season, with premium models reaching EUR 25–35 per day.

• Prices are lowest in May, June, September and October.
• July and August are the priciest months, and scooters can sell out fast given how few are on the island.

When to book a rental scooter in Donousa?

High season runs July to August, when demand outstrips the island's small supply of scooters and prices climb accordingly. Low season effectively means May and October — many shops close over winter given how infrequent the ferries are. If you're travelling in peak summer, book well ahead; outside of that, May, June, September and October offer easier availability and lower prices.

Local traffic rules in Donousa

Greece drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for riders and passengers, and enforcement is strict. Speed limits are 50 km/h in built-up areas and 90 km/h on open roads, though Donousa's narrow lanes rarely call for anything near that. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l generally, but only 0.2 g/l for motorcyclists, so it's best to ride sober. Keep your licence, IDP and rental papers with you, and remember that leaving the tarmac for dirt tracks or beaches usually voids your insurance.

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!