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The 15 Best Santorini Caldera Cruises

147 tours  ·  from $43 a head

Almost every caldera cruise sails the same loop: Red and White beaches, the hot springs, the volcano. What changes is the boat, the group size and what is on the grill. These 15 are compared on exactly that, with daytime and sunset departures side by side.

Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers - BBQ, drinks and a final swim
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Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers

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

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

Cruise Santorini’s coast from Vlychada by catamaran, with photo stops at Red and White beaches, swims at Mesa Pigadia and the sulfurous hot springs, and a final swim near the volcano. Choose a daytime or sunset sailing. Hotel transfers are included, and the BBQ buffet with wine and soft drinks depends on your booking option.

“Overall we enjoyed our dinner cruise. The food was delicious. We had unlimited wine and soft drinks. The views were amazing. We were take to two different places to swim/ snorkel. Just keep in mind at the beginning of the boat ride, it’s a bit rough, so if you get sea sick easily make sure to take medicine. Our tour guide does have travel gum, so it does help with the nausea.”

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Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar - Open bar, boat comfort, and group size
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Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar

2.Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,975 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

Sail from Vlychada Marina on a catamaran capped at 18 people, with hotel pickup, a welcome glass of Prosecco, and an open bar of local wine, beer, and soft drinks. Stop at Red Beach, the volcano hot springs, and Thirassia for swims before a Greek meal onboard. Crew members named on sailings include Giannis, Natalie, Alex, Mika, Kostas, and Bill.

“Amazing tour! Everything from start to finish was absolutely perfect. Captain Giannis, Natalie and Alex were phenomenal and gave us the best experience. Would highly recommend!”

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Santorini Gold Catamaran Cruise with Snorkel, BBQ & Open Bar - Red Beach is your first chance to get in
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Santorini Gold Catamaran Cruise with Snorkel, BBQ & Open Bar

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

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

Sail from Vlychada Marina past Santorini’s red and white beaches, Venetian lighthouse and volcano, with three chances to swim or snorkel. Your English-speaking crew shares island history, serves Greek meze and a barbecue, and pours white wine and soft drinks. Crew names vary by departure; Bill, Mika and Eva have been among the team.

“The best way to experience Oia sunset! Our guide, host and captain were very nice and made everything memorable as possible. I love the vibe the bring during the tour specially the music part. And the food was delicious!”

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Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal, Open-Bar and Sunset - Red Beach and the southern coast
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Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal, Open-Bar and Sunset

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

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

Spend about five hours on a shared catamaran cruise along Santorini’s coast, with hotel pickup, two swimming stops, snorkel masks, towels, a Greek meal and drinks. Choose a morning or sunset departure. Luxury options add a longer route past Oia and Ammoudi Bay; the boat views those places from the water, not on foot.

“The onboard lunch has more options than advertised. Once you board, they ask if anyone has allergies and they accommodate your needs. The cheese for the salad is on the side, they made a gluten free pasta for a passenger with an allergy, and they gave you the option between pork or chicken.”

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Santorini Caldera Cruise Tour (Volcano, Hot Springs, Thirassia) - The boat ride is part of the day
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Santorini Caldera Cruise Tour (Volcano, Hot Springs, Thirassia)

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

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

This six-hour cruise from Santorini’s Old Port visits Nea Kameni’s volcanic trails, Palea Kameni’s warm sulfur springs, and Thirassia, where you have time to explore or eat. A tour escort provides commentary, and foam noodles help in the water. Hotel pickup costs extra. Bring swimwear, a towel, water, and sturdy shoes.

“it is a really fun experience and you can see a lot for a fair price. we saw the volcano, we swam in the hot springs and we visited the island thirassia.”

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

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

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

Spend about five hours sailing Santorini aboard a catamaran for up to 20 people. Swim and snorkel near Red and White beaches, visit the volcanic hot springs, and enjoy a freshly prepared Greek barbecue with drinks. Choose the afternoon sailing to watch sunset from the water. Hotel transfers, towels, and snorkeling gear are included.

“The entire crew was incredible. This is an amazing way to see Santorini from a different perspective. Nichole was amazing, and prepared an outstanding meal for all of us on board”

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Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks - Red Beach and the old lighthouse
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Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks

7.Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,105 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $95

Spend about five hours aboard a Santorini catamaran, with hotel pickup, swims near the hot springs and Red and White beaches, and a barbecue meal with wine, water, and soft drinks. Choose the later departure for a sunset cruise. The crew handles the route and meal; bring your own towel, and expect music as well as views.

“Amazing cruise - great crew, great atmosphere, the views, the stops at the bays and the food were all perfect. The wine was probably the only thing I didn’t rate too highly but not enough to put me off. The sunset was incredible - worth every penny to go o this trip! Definitely recommend.”

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Luxury Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open bar & Transfer - Palea Kameni: a hot spring with an open-water approach
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Luxury Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open bar & Transfer

8.Luxury Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open bar & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,047 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $169

Spend about five hours sailing from Ammoudi Bay or Vlychada, with views of the caldera, volcanic islands and Santorini’s colorful beaches. You’ll swim at Palea Kameni and Mesa Pigadia, then enjoy an onboard buffet and local drinks. Hotel transfers are included, and the group is capped at 20. Crew members have included Captain Leo, Heleni and Louis.

“This was one of the best excursions I’ve ever done. Our captain and crew were fantastic, the scenery was phenomenal and the food was delicious! 5 star treatment!”

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Half Day Premium Catamaran Cruise in Santorini including Oia - Red Beach: a short first taste of the coast
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Half Day Premium Catamaran Cruise in Santorini including Oia

9.Half Day Premium Catamaran Cruise in Santorini including Oia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 988 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $193

Sail Santorini’s coast on a catamaran capped at 18 people, with stops planned for Red Beach, the volcano’s warm waters, Thirassia, and the Oia area. You’ll have time to swim and snorkel, then eat a barbecue meal with an open bar. Crew members named on recent trips include Maria, Alex, Nefeli, and Captain Giomnis. The route and timing can vary.

“It was great. I'm glad. Great memory. Lovely crew. A little bit expensive for what it is anyway. The towels are provided, I had not paid attention I had brought mine.Auto-translated”

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Santorini Platinum Catamaran Cruise with Meal, BBQ and Open Bar - Red Beach, White Beach and the first swim
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Santorini Platinum Catamaran Cruise with Meal, BBQ and Open Bar

10.Santorini Platinum Catamaran Cruise with Meal, BBQ and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 725 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $120

Spend about five hours sailing Santorini’s caldera aboard a catamaran capped at 18 people. The route passes the Red and White beaches, stops for swimming near Mesa Pigadia and the volcano hot springs, and includes time at Thirassia for a Greek meal and open bar. Hotel-area pickup, snorkel gear and pool noodles are included.

“Wonderful adventure with a good crew. Good was prepared well and at a great time during the trip. I noticed another boat didn’t have their food ready in the same manner. We won.”

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Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ, Drinks and Transfer - Red Beach and the Ancient Lighthouse
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Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ, Drinks and Transfer

11.Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ, Drinks and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 568 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $95

Set sail from Ammoudi or Athinios on a roughly five-hour catamaran cruise along Santorini’s west coast. Hotel pickup, an English-speaking crew, swimming stops at the hot springs, Red Beach and White Beach, snorkeling gear, a BBQ lunch, and wine, water and soft drinks are included. Expect time on the boat between stops, and bring your own towel.

“Great experience! Staff is amazing and are constantly checking in on you. There is tons of great food for lunch with options for everyone. It was a great way to get out on the water and see different views of Santorini and I highly recommend this experience to others!”

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Santorini Sailing Dream Catcher with BBQ Lunch and Drinks - Swimming by Red Beach and White Beach
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Santorini Sailing Dream Catcher with BBQ Lunch and Drinks

12.Santorini Sailing Dream Catcher with BBQ Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 560 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $145

Sail for about five hours around Santorini aboard a catamaran, with hotel pickup, swimming and snorkeling stops, a dip near the volcanic hot springs, and a Greek barbecue with unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. You’ll pass the Red and White Beaches, Indian Head Mountain and the Old Venetian Lighthouse. Departure point depends on tour time and weather.

“Sailing without the motor with spectacular cliff to beach views was wonderful. We also enjoyed swimming off the boat and the exceptional staff. We could have sailed all day. It was a lot of fun.”

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Santorini Private Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar & Transfers - Mesa Pigadia offers time to swim or rest
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Santorini Private Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar & Transfers

13.Santorini Private Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar & Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 476 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $665

Spend about five hours sailing Santorini’s coast with your own group, stopping to swim near volcanic beaches and sulfur springs. The crew serves a barbecue with local wine, beer, and soft drinks, and can take photos while you enjoy the views. Choose a daytime or sunset cruise; pickup is offered, with the exact time and location confirmed after booking.

“We had the best time on our private catamaran. The boat was fantastic - there were only 4 of us and there was so much space inside and outside. There were 2 bathrooms and 2 bedrooms. The crew was phenomenal - they were constantly making sure we were ok, bringing us towels and drinks and made us the best lunch. I can’t say enough about how kind the crew was. The weather was perfect and we enjoyed a relaxing boat day in Santorini.”

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Santorini: Catamaran Cruise with Greek BBQ and Drinks - White Beach, sea caves, and the lighthouse
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Santorini: Catamaran Cruise with Greek BBQ and Drinks

14.Catamaran Cruise with Greek BBQ and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 473 reviews · 5 hours · from $88

Set sail from Vlychada Marina on a five-hour catamaran cruise past Red Beach, White Beach, Akrotiri’s lighthouse, and the caldera hot springs. Swim and snorkel, then eat grilled chicken, Greek salad, pasta, and dessert with wine and soft drinks. Hotel transfers are optional, and small-group departures are available.

“The catamaran cruise was amazing! We had such a relaxing time and were able to see beautiful cliffs, beaches and water. Lunch was absolutely delicious (best tzatziki I’ve ever had)! Our guides were very gracious and kind. Our group size was small, 7 people, in comparison to many of the Catamarans which had very large groups. The small group made for a great experience and left plenty of room for everyone to spread out and enjoy the cruise. We rented a car on Santorini, and were able to park right at Vlyhada Marina where the cruise departed from. Our cruise was rescheduled to depart an hour earlier and the company…”

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Santorini: Romantic Sunset Caldera Cruise with Dinner - Aboard the King Thiras
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Santorini: Romantic Sunset Caldera Cruise with Dinner

15.Romantic Sunset Caldera Cruise with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 457 reviews · 1 day · from $76

Board the King Thiras at Athinios for a sunset cruise beneath Santorini’s caldera. You’ll get volcano views, onboard English or Greek commentary, a buffet dinner, and a bus transfer from a designated pickup point. Drinks cost extra, and the bar accepts cash only. Bring a jacket for the wind.

“a lovely cruise that was relaxing and under a cannot do we got the breeze but not the sun. the crew were nice and the food was very good. really a great price and we got excellent pictures of the sunset. I would definitely recommend this cruise!”

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