Can you swim in the volcano in Santorini?

Jumping off our boat into the hot springs was a fun thing to do on our Santorini sunset cruise. Most cruises take you to the hot springs and stop for a while so you can swim. The hot springs are just off the volcanic islands of Nea Kameni and Palea Kameni, which were formed by a series of volcanic eruptions.



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Yes, Santorini is worth it for it's volcanic topography. Absolutely. Formed over 3,500 years ago from a volcanic eruption, Santorini is the remains of the rim of a volcanic crater, known as a caldera.

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Once you reach the Volcano it takes about 30 minutes to reach the craters. Comfortable shoes (sneakers are ideal), sunblock, a hat and a bottle of water are recommended. At the Hot Springs it is better to wear dark coloured bathing suits. Due to the sulfur of the volcano, clothes tend to get stained.

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Is the water choppy in Santorini? The roughest patch of the sea is around the outer edge of Santorini as you enter the inside of the caldera. For anyone that worries about getting seasick, the catamarans make for an extra smooth journey that helps mitigate any seasickness issues.

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They will list the current temperature of the water as well as the maximum amount of minutes to stay in at a time. For the most part, almost all commercial hot springs in North America require swimsuits so always err on the side of caution and keep that suit on. Even if you see someone remove their suit – wait.

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In the secluded part of the beach, once you get past the umbrellas and the scenic beach bar that is built like a natural cave in the rocks, you can go commando – you know, nude. The sea has formed many recesses and caves here, so here's your chance to go skinny dipping and explore Vlychada's underwater treasures!

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The famous 600 steps of the traditional road that connect the old port with the town of Fira. The walk is about 20-30 minutes, depending on your physical condition.

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The Fira-Oia Hike is the single best thing to do in Santorini – with a Santorini boat tour being a close second. The hike takes you along the caldera cliff and through the villages of Fira, Firostefani, Imerovigli, and Oia. The hike takes between 3 and 5 hours depending on how fast you walk and how often you stop.

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