The Santorini hot springs are warm, iron-rich volcanic waters in a sheltered cove of Palea Kameni island, reached only by boat and included as a swim stop on most caldera cruises. The rust-coloured water sits at around 30 to 35 degrees. This guide covers the springs, the water, how to visit and tips for swimming. … Read more
The Santorini caldera is a vast, flooded volcanic crater, around 4 kilometres wide, formed when a colossal eruption 3,600 years ago collapsed the centre of the island into the sea. Its sheer cliffs, crescent shape and clifftop villages define Santorini. This guide covers the formation, the size, the best viewpoints and how to see the … Read more
The Santorini volcano lies at the heart of the caldera on the islet of Nea Kameni, an active volcanic island you can hike to steaming craters, usually paired with a swim in the warm, iron-rich hot springs of Palea Kameni. This guide covers the volcano, the hot springs, the boat tours and how to visit. … Read more