The active volcano has been responsible for creating, destroying, and reshaping Santorini and other islands all over the Aegean. In fact, in antiquity, it wiped out the entire Minoan civilization. The volcano is located on "Nea Kameni", an islet that faces the caldera and can only be approached by boat tour. Once there, visitors have the unique opportunity to explore an ashen land, naturally decorated with almost exclusively black and red lava stones.
From there, the world’s biggest caldera can be seen, with the famous whitewashed villages built on its top. Don't miss the hot springs! Thanks to the high temperatures of the volcano, there are hot springs where you can go swimming near the crater. The hot springs are situated in the uninhabited islet of Palea Kameni.
The water temperature reaches up to 35°C. The sulfur waters have a reddish tint and are a result of volcanic activity. The springs can only be accessed with a boat trip & tour. You will be able to swim and enjoy their therapeutic properties.