Santorini Hot Springs Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Santorini Hot Springs. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Santorini Luxury Caldera Cruise with Full Greek Meal and Drinks
• Santorini Sunset Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, drinks, transfer
• Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ, Drinks and Transfer
• Santorini Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfer
• Santorini Luxury Catamaran Sunset Cruise with BBQ, Drink and Transfer

The Santorini Hot Springs are technically a free attraction; the cost applies to the type of tour or transportation you want to use to access them. Many tours exceed US$120, which is typically because they include additional activities. Some luxury tours, both shared and private, start around US$200 and can increase between US$500 and US$2,400.

Most visitors take a boat tour to reach the Santorini Hot Springs. Typically, tours depart from nearby ports Fira, Oia, and Athinios and stop at several additional attractions, like the Nea Kameni volcano or the island of Thirasia. Note that some tours require a short swim to reach the springs.

The best time to visit Santorini Hot Springs is during the warmer months, from late spring to early fall (May to October). During this period the sea temperatures are warmer, making the swimming experience more comfortable. The hot springs aren’t really that hot—the warmer the weather, the hotter the water.

When visiting the Santorini Hot Springs, wear a swimsuit that you don’t mind getting stained. The waters of the hot springs are rich in minerals (like iron) that can discolor swimwear. You’ll also want water shoes to protect your feet, a towel, a change of clothes, and plenty of sunscreen.

The Santorini Hot Springs are technically free, so the cost to visit depends on the tour or transportation you choose. Some large-group boat tours are roughly the cost of a decent meal, while smaller tours are considerably pricier. Private charters are the most expensive—and most luxurious—option, and their prices vary.

Yes, the Santorini Hot Springs are natural—Santorini itself is one giant volcano. The thermal waters are heated by geothermal energy and are believed to have therapeutic properties due to various minerals like sulfur, manganese, and iron. Water temperatures typically max out at 95ºF (35°C), during the warmer months.

Yes, you can go to the Santorini Hot Springs on your own—if you have a boat. The springs are only accessible by water. Tours are the most common way to visit the hot springs, as they include transportation and often provide additional information and context about the area.