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The 15 Best Boat Trips in Santorini

254 tours  ·  from $29 a head

The caldera only makes sense from inside it. The 15 below run from a three-hour crater crossing to a full day under sail with lunch aboard, each priced and clear about how much swimming time you actually get.

Santorini: Volcanic Islands Cruise with Hot Springs Visit - Getting to the wooden boat at Athinios Port
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Santorini: Volcanic Islands Cruise with Hot Springs Visit

Santorini: Catamaran Tour with BBQ Dinner, Drinks, and Music - The hot springs: a warm first swim
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Santorini: Catamaran Tour with BBQ Dinner, Drinks, and Music

2.Catamaran Tour with BBQ Dinner, Drinks, and Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,886 reviews · 5 hours · from $93

Sail Santorini’s caldera past hot springs, Red Beach, and White Beach, with swimming, a Greek barbecue, wine, music, and sunset views.

“We loved this cruise. The captain and crew were lovely and very engaging and made this cruise so much fun. We had great food and dancing. Enjoyed swimming at 2 locations. Highly recommend.”

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Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers - White Beach and the volcanic coast
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Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers

3.Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,933 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $114Top rated

Sail Santorini’s caldera by catamaran with Red and White Beach views, hot springs, swimming, BBQ, wine, transfers, and sunset options.

“This was a great experience that I would recommend to anyone. The transportation was on time, quick and comfortable. The food provided was, I think, delicious and traditional. They offered drinks around the clock. The time on the boat was just right. The sunset was beautiful! My only regret is that they didn’t face the front of the boat, where most people were sitting towards the sunset, so some of us had to move and stand on the side of the boat to get a good view of the sunset. However, it was still gorgeous to watch and they did go around and offer to take photos of you with…”

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Santorini: Luxury Catamaran Day Trip with Meal and Open Bar - Pickup, port arrival, and the first hour aboard
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Santorini: Luxury Catamaran Day Trip with Meal and Open Bar

4.Luxury Catamaran Day Trip with Meal and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,678 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $129

Sail Santorini’s caldera by luxury catamaran with Greek food, open bar, swim stops, snorkeling, hot springs, and an Oia sunset.

“The crew were very good at their job. Evi the captain went out of her way to make it perfect. When all the other boats turned back because of choppy water, she waited to make sure we all got our pictures of the fabulous Santorini sunset. She interacted with all the passengers. Marianna and the young man who was the other crew member made sure we were well looked after and kept our drinks filled. The dinner was very good and way beyond our expectations. We would recommend this activity to anyone visiting Santorini. If you’re lucky you’ll end up with our crew. They’re the best”

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Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar - Lighthouse views and the caldera from below
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Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar

Santorini Gold Catamaran Cruise with Snorkel, BBQ & Open Bar - Leaving Vlychada Marina with meze on deck
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Santorini Gold Catamaran Cruise with Snorkel, BBQ & Open Bar

6.Santorini Gold Catamaran Cruise with Snorkel, BBQ & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,822 reviews · 5 hours · from $117

Sail Santorini’s caldera to Red Beach, hot springs, and Mesa Pigadia with snorkeling, Greek food, open wine, and hotel transfers.

“Outstanding is the word. Right from pickup to drop off. I am speechless.💥💥 Unlimited water, beers and wines making the experience more luxurious as you don’t have to open your bag or phone to pay for everything. Lunch was cooked fresh along with amazing vegan options. Dessert was the cherry on the cake. 🚀🚀 Service was exquisite. Staff OMG, never met so joyful staff. So attentive and polite. I can’t swim but the member of staff she made sure that I can enjoy the water experience. They provided me life jacket and were so attentive. 7 star out of 5. (Thank you for spoiling me 🤪) I am so overwhelmed.🥺…”

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Santorini: Catamaran Caldera Cruise with Meal and Drinks - Red Beach, White Beach, and the volcanic colors
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Santorini: Catamaran Caldera Cruise with Meal and Drinks

7.Catamaran Caldera Cruise with Meal and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,255 reviews · 5 hours · from $70

Review of Santorini’s 5-hour catamaran cruise with caldera views, hot springs, swimming stops, Greek BBQ, drinks, and hotel transfers.

“Seriously the best catamaran cruise I have ever been on. Credit to George and his team who were most hospitable and provided the most enjoyable half day. The boat was impeccable, chef cooked up a feast and the site seeing and swimming locations were unbelievable. Best activity I’ve done in many years.”

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Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal, Open-Bar and Sunset - Leaving the port and meeting the crew
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Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal, Open-Bar and Sunset

8.Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal, Open-Bar and Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,694 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $181

Review of Santorini’s 5-hour catamaran cruise with Greek meal, drinks, swimming stops, volcanic hot springs, and sunset views.

“The cruise was beautiful, and the crew was lovely! The food on board was delicious and there was an unlimited bar of sodas, beers and wine. We enjoyed all 3 stops, particularly the stop where we could snorkel with the provided gear! Everyone on board was also very kind and friendly which made the trip great! The only area for improvement would be communications regarding logistics. We were awaiting to be picked up from the meeting spot, but a van under a different company name than what we booked under was apparently there to pick us up. They were calling names for about 15 minutes but never called our name,…”

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Santorini: Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ and Drinks - Red Beach and White Beach from the water
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Santorini: Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ and Drinks

9.Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,452 reviews · 5 hours · from $117

Cruise Santorini’s volcanic coast by catamaran, swim at Red Beach and hot springs, enjoy a BBQ and drinks, and watch an Aegean sunset.

“I booked this trip at the very last minute, and the team stepped forward in the most awesome ways. First, the woman at the office was very helpful, she quickly arranged transportation after we landed at the airport (they picked us up in 9 minutes!) My friend is 83 years old and walks a little slower than others, but they made a point to accomodate him at every juncture. This 3-person team worked in tandem throughout the trip. They helped another guest who was sick the entire trip, while making sure all other guests were having a great experience. We went to three different locations, where we could jump in…”

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Santorini: Catamaran Tour with BBQ Meal and Unlimited Drinks - Pickup, ports, and the first hour aboard
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Santorini: Catamaran Tour with BBQ Meal and Unlimited Drinks

10.Catamaran Tour with BBQ Meal and Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,449 reviews · 5 hours · from $153

Sail Santorini’s caldera on a small-group Lagoon 450 cruise with swimming, snorkeling, a fresh BBQ, unlimited drinks, and sunset views.

“Wonderful ride even on a very windy day. Highly recommend sunset to avoid the heat, and get a great view that those on land are fighting for. The food was yummy, the staff were kind, and the boat was nice. We had about 13 or so people of the boat so not over crowded and enough space to spread out a bit. Overall a lovely day.”

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Santorini Caldera Cruise Tour (Volcano, Hot Springs, Thirassia) - Thirassia: two hours for lunch and slow island time
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Santorini Caldera Cruise Tour (Volcano, Hot Springs, Thirassia)

11.Santorini Caldera Cruise Tour (Volcano, Hot Springs, Thirassia)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,302 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $42

Review of Santorini’s caldera cruise to the volcano, sulfur hot springs, and Thirassia, with practical tips on swimming, fees, crowds, and value.

“We enjoyed this excursion that took us to hike the volcano, swim in the hot springs, and visiting Thirassia. We visited in early October so it wasn’t too hot for the hike. The water was a little cold when we jumped in, but we got used to it quickly. The hot springs weren’t that hot but it was still a cool experience. We had gyros for lunch on Thirassia before heading back.”

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Santorini: Volcano and Hot Springs Sunset Dinner Cruise - Getting from your hotel to Athinios Port
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Santorini: Volcano and Hot Springs Sunset Dinner Cruise

Santorini Volcano and Hot Springs Cruise Tour from Fira Old Port - Nea Kameni, Santorini’s volcanic core
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Santorini Volcano and Hot Springs Cruise Tour from Fira Old Port

13.Santorini Volcano and Hot Springs Cruise Tour from Fira Old Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,214 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $36

Hike Santorini’s volcanic Nea Kameni, swim toward Palea Kameni’s warm springs, and enjoy caldera views on a practical 3-hour boat tour.

“This was a very well organised informative and fun 3 hour boat / hike and swim trip. 30e each is not expensive for what you get - but people on a budget need to factor in the cable car costs. We loved it. The boat was great and the staff were helpful and friendly. We read the 1 star reviews before we booked and they were by people who had not read or thought before they set off. Things like it being too hot (in Greece in summer, really?!) or wanting a discount because they didn't want the swim bit (as if that's a thing). It was a great way…”

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Santorini Sunset Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, drinks, transfer - Red Beach: a dramatic first swim
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Santorini Sunset Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, drinks, transfer

14.Santorini Sunset Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, drinks, transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,170 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

Cruise Santorini’s Red and White Beaches, volcanic hot springs, caldera, BBQ, drinks, and sunset views aboard a small-group catamaran.

“We took our family on this cruise after our wedding in Santorini. Everyone had an incredible time!! The crew was friendly and the food was great! This cruise was a highlight of our Greek trip! Do not miss out!”

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Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks - Sailing past the volcano and Palea Kameni
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Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks

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