Santorini Volcano Cruise: Nea Kameni Hike and Hot Springs Swim
Sail under dramatic cliffs, hike lava rocks, and soak in sulfur water
What You Get With This Tour
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Sail through Santorini’s volcano bowl
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Caldera boat cruise
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Nea Kameni volcano stop
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Palea Kameni hot springs swim
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Guide tips
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Volcano entry fee (5 euros)
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Cable car ticket
Tour Itinerary
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Your tour begins at Fira Old Port (Santo Star Office)
Check in by 10:30 am at the Santo Star Office, then board in Santorini’s Old Harbor. Meet your guide, grab a spot on deck, and cruise into the caldera as the cliffs rise ahead. -
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Cruise the caldera toward the volcanic islets
Glide across deep-blue water with Santorini’s rim villages stacked above the sea. Your guide explains how the caldera formed, while you snap photos of lava-rock shores and whitewashed towns from the boat. -
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Hike Nea Kameni’s volcanic paths
Step onto Nea Kameni and follow your guide along black lava trails toward the crater. Hear how eruptions shaped the island, then pause for sweeping caldera views before you head back down to the boat. -
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Swim at the hot springs of Palea Kameni
Next, anchor near Palea Kameni and slip into sulfur-rich warm water by the hot springs. Float with the foam pool noodles, or stay on deck and watch the steamy shoreline while the boat waits nearby. -
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Your tour ends at Fira Old Port
Cruise back across the caldera with the volcanic islets fading behind you. Your guide wraps up the experience as you return to Fira Old Port, ready to keep exploring or settle in for a seaside lunch.
Additional Information
Good to know:
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible due to uneven surfaces and walking involved at the volcano stop.
Please Note: Volcano entry fees are not included and cost 5 euros per person, paid separately in cash.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can enter sites on time.
Your 3-hour tour includes
Expert English-speaking guide
Boat tour
Guided volcano walk at Nea Kameni
Hot springs swim stop at Palea Kameni
Foam pool noodles
Maximum group size of 100
What to bring
Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses and sun hat
Towel and swimwear
Sunscreen
Cash for volcano entry (€5)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tour family friendly?
Yes. This cruise can work well for families, but keep in mind there is walking on uneven volcanic ground at Nea Kameni and swimming at the hot springs.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible due to uneven surfaces and walking involved at the volcano stop. If mobility is a concern, this experience may not be a good fit.





