Volcano Days · VOLCANIC HOT SPRINGS IN SANTORINI
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 6 volcanic hot springs in Santorini worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Sail from Athinios Port on a traditional wooden boat with multilingual commentary. Hike Nea Kameni, swim from the boat to Palea Kameni’s sulfur springs, stop at Thirassia, and add a bus ride to Oia for sunset. Bring sturdy shoes, water, and a dark swimsuit.
“all good, guide superb, day was well worth the money, had a great day”
Cruise from Fira’s Old Port to Nea Kameni, Palea Kameni, and Thirassia. You’ll hike volcanic trails, swim from the boat toward warm sulfur springs, and enjoy free time for lunch or a walk. Guides such as Roula and Sophia provide commentary, while optional hotel pickup costs extra.
“That was an amazing experience. We loved it! The gide guy was helpful and informative. Boat trip was pleasant and the coast line was stunning.”
Spend eight hours exploring Santorini by boat, hiking Nea Kameni with guides such as Tito or Caesar, swimming near Palia Kameni’s sulfur springs, and enjoying a Greek buffet with unlimited local wine before sunset. Hotel pickup, port transport, and drop-off are included.
“The trip was overall great. The hike up the volcano was really fun. But I would not recommend this tour for anyone who gets motion sickness. The water was very rocky and I was miserable the majority of the boat ride. I also would not call this a catamaran. It’s a very large wooden boat.”
Meet at Fira Old Port for a three-hour boat excursion to Nea Kameni and Palea Kameni. You’ll hike volcanic trails with a guide, pay €5 to enter the volcano site, then swim 30 to 40 meters to warm sulfur springs. Foam noodles help swimmers, but the water may be only tepid.
“The boat ride was very fun and our tour guide was very informed, friendly and prepared. It was a very safe experience and the sulfur spring was the highlight.”
Set sail from Fira Old Port at 11:00 for Nea Kameni’s volcanic crater and Palea Kameni’s sulfur-rich waters. Walk the volcano independently, swim from the boat with a pool noodle, and choose a longer option with free time at Thirasia. Guides speak English, Italian, and French.
“The guide was excellent. She had a lovely caring manner, was very clear in her instructions, very knowledgeable about the volcano and very attentive to the needs of her passengers. All in all this tour delivered exactly what was promised at a reasonable price.”
Take a classic wooden caïque from Athinios Port to Nea Kameni, where you walk toward an active volcanic crater, then swim near warm sulfur waters and visit Thirassia. Bus transfers serve many villages, with live and audio commentary in five languages.
“I didn’t get to attend my tour. When I booked I paid for the tour with pick up option. I selected to be picked up at my hotel. A day before they send me a pick location which was 30 minutes away from my hotel. I tried to contact the tour company but they didn’t respond back until the day of the tour with “I’m sorry you missed you pick up time” I explain to them that I didn’t had transportation and I needed to be picked up but all they responded back was we can reschedule. I agreed to reschedule for next day and I never heard back from…”
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