Santorini: Private Boat Tour & Volcano with Swimming

Your Own Boat in Santorini's Caldera, No Crowds Fighting for Space

You get hotel pickup, a private boat for the day, and access to Santorini's volcano, hot springs, and the red, white, and black beaches without the crowds. Swim and snorkel for as long as you choose at each stop, with shade, refreshments, and towels included. The boat returns you to your hotel in the afternoon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Skaros Rockpassing by
2. Santorini Volcano40m
3. Thirasia30m

Private boat tour around Santorini

• View cliff from boat
• Swim in caldera waters
• Pass by Skaros Rock
• Pass by Fira town
• Visit Santorini hot springs
• Explore Thirasia island

The experience

"So we just get the whole boat to ourselves?" That's the question most people ask when they realize this isn't a packed group cruise where you're wedged shoulder-to-shoulder with fifty other tourists. It's a private boat, which means you set the pace. The captain takes you along Santorini's coastline at whatever speed feels right, and when you see a spot you want to linger (the red beach, the white beach, the black sand). You stop. You swim as long as you want. No one's tapping their watch. No one's herding you back to the boat after fifteen minutes.

The day starts with hotel pickup, then you're heading out to the caldera where the Santorini volcano sits in the middle of the water, still warm from volcanic activity underground. You'll swim in the hot springs on Nea Kameni, where the water runs between 30 and 35 degrees Celsius. It's strange and wonderful at once, warm in a way that doesn't feel natural. Then there's Thirasia, a smaller island nearby with its own quiet charm, and Skaros Rock, this dramatic formation of ruins perched on the edge of the island. From the boat, the cliffs rise 400 metres straight up, and jumping into the caldera from that vantage point is the kind of thing you'll think about for years. The water is clear enough that you can see down, and it's deep enough that it's not scary. Just exhilarating.

Throughout the day you've got shade on board, masks and towels, snacks, and beer, wine, and soft drinks whenever you want them. There's WiFi if you need it, a WC cabin, and lockers for your things. The minivan that picks you up is air-conditioned, which matters when you're coming back sun-tired and salt-crusted. What makes this different from the standard Santorini boat tour isn't just that it's private. It's that you're not following an itinerary someone else wrote. You're swimming where you want, for as long as you want, and the boat waits.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• private boat tour.
• snacks and light refreshments.
• beer, wine, and soft drinks.
• bottled water.
• masks and towels.
• locker.
• shade on board.
• WC cabin.
• WiFi.
• transport by air-conditioned minivan to and from the boat.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:30 and 16:30

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomeNot recommended during pregnancyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by My Blue Cruises

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Santorini's volcano, hot springs, and famous beaches without fighting for space on a crowded tour boat: the private boat and flexible timing mean you control how long you stay at each stop.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's included in the tour?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, private boat, snacks, light refreshments, beer, wine, soft drinks, bottled water, masks, towels, locker, shade, WiFi, and a WC cabin on board.

Can I swim at every stop?

Yes. You can swim or snorkel for as long as you choose at all the famous beaches and places, including the hot springs, red beach, white beach, black beach, and secluded spots like Mouzakia beach.

Is the boat suitable for families with young children?

Infants can ride in a pram or stroller, and small children are welcome. Infants must sit on an adult's lap. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

What is Mouzakia beach?

A secluded beach on the private tour that's inaccessible by car or foot: only reachable by boat.

Are alcoholic drinks included?

Yes. Beer, wine, and soft drinks are included throughout the day.

Do I need to bring my own snorkeling gear?

Masks are provided. Bring your own snorkel and fins if you prefer, or ask the operator what's available on board.

What if I'm traveling with a cruise ship?

Refunds won't be issued if you miss the tour due to late or non-arrival of your cruise ship, so confirm your ship's schedule before booking.