Santorini Sailing & Volcano (SAN - 02) Half Day
Enjoy a cruise (on motorboat) around the active crater of Nea Kameni islet.
Sail along the strange formations of its volcanic shores, where black lava
rocks and white pumice are combined beautifully with the red colour of lava.
Take a walk to the top of the volcanic island where sulphur is spewed into
the air by one of the craters. Enjoy this surreal landscape as your guide
narrates the creation and history of the volcano and the last eruption leading
to the destruction of the island of Santorini. The tidal wave created by the
eruption was of such an immense magnitude, it destroyed the thriving city of
Knossos on the island of Crete. As your caique enters the narrows of the two
lava islets, Palea and Nea Kameni, the colour of the water changes from dark
blue to sulphur green. In the distance, admire the breathtaking sight of Fira
town with its white washed houses clinging precariously on the rim of the Caldera.
Take time to swim in the warm waters heated by Hot Springs on the sea floor.
Your excursion will end in Fira where your guide will show you the way to the
cable car and you will make your own way back to the ship.
Remarks
- The tour will be available from April to September and is subject to weather conditions.
- Please note the water at the hot springs is reddish brown in colour and may stain light coloured swimsuits.