Volcano Hiking & Springs
Energy Level
Duration
3 hours
Type
ENERGETIC, DARING
Accessible
No
Sustainable Tours
This tour operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria.
Shore Thing Highlights
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Board a traditional caique boat for a quick cruise to Nea Kameni, a volcanic island in the center of Santorini's caldera
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Over layers of ash and lava fragments, a guide will take you on a hike where you’ll reach the spectacular rim of the island's crater
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Sail to Palea Kameni, a nearby island, to swim in cool thermal springs and soak up volcanic minerals
Need to know
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Sailors should be in good physical condition to participate
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Sailors with back/neck, cardiac conditions, or respiratory conditions should not select this Shore Thing
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This Shore Thing is not suitable for pregnant Sailors
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Please be aware this Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible
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Sailors must wear suitable clothing and footwear for this activity (hiking, biking, trekking, rappelling, ziplining, yoga, etc.)
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Shaded areas are very limited — it is strongly encouraged to wear hats, sunglasses, and reef-safe sunscreen
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Sailors must swim several minutes in open water in order to reach the volcanic hot springs
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Use of ladder to get in/out of vessel is required
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The smell of sulfur and heat can be strong while on the volcano and swimwear may change color due to the orange-colored water
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Approximately 40-minute walk to the crater over uneven ground, loose volcanic rocks, and an incline
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This Shore Thing is weather dependent
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Sailors booked on Shore Things through Virgin Voyages do not need to book a tender ride
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Tender rides can add up to 30 minutes each way to the duration of a Shore Thing — please plan accordingly
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The natural springs feature cooler water temperatures — they are not hot springs
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This Shore Thing ends at the old port where you can take the cable car up to Fira town where you'll have free time to explore (tickets included)
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This Shore Thing operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria
Experience shores the Virgin way
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Local & Immersive Tours
Authentic experiences curated with local operators
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A Sustainable Cause
Select tour bookings to help social charities
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Peace of Mind
Modify/cancel up to 48hrs before where applicable
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Priority Debark in Port
Be first ashore in all our ports of call
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Safe and Insured
Our partners are licensed and insured
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Transparent Pricing
No hidden costs, all-inclusive Shore Thing prices
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Expert Travel Support
Pre-voyage to onboard assistance, always there
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Stress-Free Returns
Ship will wait for you in the event of a delay
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Convenient Collection
Convenience of one location to shop for your calls
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If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and within 48 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.
If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.
If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.
Shore Things departure times and/or meeting locations are subject to change. We will make every effort to notify Sailors in advance via the Sailor App of any tour departure and/or meeting changes.
