Explore Santorini’s volcano with Alex Private Boat Rental

Highlights

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Itinerary

1. The Old Port under the capital Fira,use to be the main gate of the island till 1960,approachable only by steps(nowadays exists a cable car also),which gives us a very clear look how difficult life was in Santorini before becomes a strong touristy destination,as has become nowadays.The area is the base of the cruise ship also which makes it overcrowded.This is something though that doesn’t effect our experience

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2. Upon request,we can make a stop at the volcanic park of Nea Kammeni which represents the most recent volcanic eruptions of the volcano of Santorini and take a closer look at it

   30 min

3. Even if you have chosen not to stop in the volcanic park,our skipper,after giving us a detail guidance about the volcanic activities that create Caldera,will make the first stop for swimming in the attraction of the island,the thermal springs!Over there we will have the opportunity to feel that the volcano remains active,as from activities of it,the sea water gets warm up reaching in some area the temperature of a 100 degrees in Fahrenheit!The area is full of minerals also with positive effects in the skin too.

   1 h

4. This is the first lava island that rises from the center of the creator,after the major activity that create Caldera.Here we can see the flow of lava rising from the sea,creating some amazing landscapes.On the south side of it,we can find a beach with crystal clear waters which if you ask your skipper to stop and enjoy it,you will find him positive,if the weather allow him to.

   20 min

5. Our next destination,Thirassia,the west side of the volcano of Santorini,before get divided in three different peaces.Through the cutting we can see how the volcano was created eruption after eruption,as also we going to have the opportunity to swim or snorkel,in crystal clear waters this time.The place reminds us Santorini of 90’ as the tourism hasn’t effect the area a so much.While our guests swimming,we have time to prepare our traditional products,which our guests going to find waiting for them,finishing swimming

   1.5 h

6. Last,for sure not least destination,the popular village of Oia,with the white building,melting like snow and the popular blue domes,in the cliffs of the Caldera.Our skipper going to cruise under the village giving us the opportunity getting views of it,as he is going to pass from Ammoudi village and along the whole village

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 306 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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• 5Great Day on Alex with Captain Panos

  Great day in/on the water. Panos, our skipper, taught us about the local ecology and history of the island, which was unexpected but very cool. Food was local and delicious. We swam in hot springs, snorkeled and cliff jumped. It was awesome. Highly recommend this tour of you want something private, professional and tons of fun.

  Roberto_EAugust 2026via Viator

• 5Incredible Santorini Experience.

  This is a must do excursion for anybody going to Santorini! This was our second time visiting this beautiful island and this experience gave us a much better understanding of the island. Panos, our skipper, was incredible and made sure everybody was comfortable and had a great timej. We can’t say enough about him. We have done many excursions in the past and this was by far the best time that we have ever had. Panos - a huge thank you. We will be back!

  Greg_TJuly 2026via Viator

• 5Great day in the crater

  This was an awesome tour. Great scenery, knowledgable guide, fun places to swim and snorkel, and the lunch was delicious and healthy. Worth every penny.

  RobertM242July 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5BEST GUIDE EVER

  Santos is absolutely amazing! He was so personable and a delight to be with. He educated us on Santorini making us appreciate it even more than we already did. If I could rebook this tour for 7 days straight, I would!

  jordynk46June 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Amazing Private Santorini boat tour with Panos!

  Panos was amazing! Educated while allowing us to enjoy our private boat tour! Volvanic hot spring- had the “prime” mooring spot which allowed us to swim deeper into the crevice. Amazing one of a kind experience. Snorkeled in private cove while Panos cooked up amazing food. Entire family loved. Great house wine. Kept the seas calm for us and family enjoyed entire boat including stern. Would highly recommend

  hamiltonaaronJune 2026via Viator

• 5Panos amazing

  Panos was amazing! His knowledge of the island was outstanding! He was so accommodating and the lunch was unbelievable! You can’t go wrong with Panos !! He is amazing!

  Tammy_CMay 2026via Viator

Know before you go

How it compares in Santorini

• Its from-price is 321% above the median of the 472 day trips we list in Santorini.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 39 of 472.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Santorini

Santorini is a crescent of volcanic cliffs in the Aegean, where whitewashed villages and blue domes look over a flooded caldera to famous sunsets.

The island is the rim of an ancient volcano whose eruption left a vast caldera filled by the sea. On its edge, Fira, the main town, and the clifftop villages of Imerovigli and Firostefani cling to the slopes, while Oia, at the northern tip, is celebrated for its sunset views over windmills and whitewashed houses.

Top-ranked sights in Santorini: Red Beach, White Beach, Santorini Volcano.

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