Windsurfing

Windsurfing has conquered the seas. A true delight in hot summer afternoons and sunny mornings, and at the same time, a sport that combines rhythm, colour, competition, the elements of nature, a summer mood and passion, and makes the adrenaline flow. Those who do not own their own gear, may easily just rent it in any organized beach in Ixia area. Windsurfing lessons are given in water sports schools by specialized trainers. In the last years the sport is experiencing a considerable development, evidenced by the victory of the greek surfer Nikos Kaklamanakis (gold medal) in the mens Mistral Class at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, and at the Athens Olympics 2004 (silver metal)

Scuba Diving

Deep down the seas, in the deep blue, there exists a wonderful unknown world, one of enchanting beauty. The few the visit it, experience the sensation of being accepted into a silent paradise, filled with infinite forms and colours and myriads of sea species. The Rodos seas are recorded as the cleanest in the Mediterranean. Thus, diving into the "big blue" of Rodos represents a unique experience for those who attempt it, provided they have prior training and special precautions are taken. Scuba (Scuba=Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus)diving using the proper equipment is allowed in all sea areas, where there is no specific prohibition for the protection of archaeological resources. Any discovery of an ancient object in the course of scuba diving must be immediately reported to the nearest Port Authorities. It is prohibited to bring to the surface or to move objects of archaeological or other significance, located in the deep. Underwater photography or cinematography is done with the permission of the local Port Authorities, granted after the concurrence of the competent Underwater Archaeological Findings Inspection dept. of the Ministry for Culture

Water Skiing

Water-skiing is one of the sports that flourish in the Rodos seas. Anybody who wants to, and is 16 and older, may learn how to water-ski and be a ''water acrobat''. For that reason, anyone who has not yet become acquainted with water skiing, will find, upon arriving, the most suitable place to begin. Adults may take lessons in private water-skiing schools operating in Ixia area.. The necessary equipment is available in facilities operating also as private schools in most organized beach of Ixia. Apart from water skiing, ''hydrodynamic sliding'' can also be achieved with the help of various apparati, with which the human body can slide on the surface of the water with ever increasing speed, with the most direct contact possible, without training and with no danger, provided of course that the necessary precautions are taken. Thus we have water games like water-sleigh, water-ring and others that are practised near the beach, offering great intensity and speed under the sun.

Speedboats & Motorboats

For those who enjoy speed-boating, there is a great number of light craft available, such as motorboats, speedboats, boats for water skiing, dinghies, aqua-scooters and sea-buggies, acrylicrafts etc. Most of these are available for rent in organized beach facilities in all coastal areas of the island. Small motorboats and speedboats can be rented for day trips. Moreover, short day trips are organized using dinghies, and their passengers are given the chance to discover remote beaches and hidden paths in various places of island. Ski-jets and aqua-scooters can be found at most organized beaches, thus enabling you to participate in competitions or simply enjoy exciting rides.