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The 15 Boat Tours in Santorini We Would Book

30 tours  ·  from $35

The good boat tours in Santorini sell out weeks ahead and the best go first. Below: the 15 to hold early, what each includes and where they differ.

Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers - The lighthouse and the caldera edge
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Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers

1.Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,933 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $114Our pick

Join Spiridakos Sailing Cruises for a five-hour Santorini catamaran trip, offered by day or at sunset. Swim at Mesa Pigadia and Palea Kameni, see Red and White Beach, pass the volcano, and enjoy a BBQ with wine and soft drinks when that option is booked.

“Got off to a bad start. The company changed time and place of pick up and did not notify us in an acceptable form of communication. The bus left without us. They did correct it by sending a driver to get us, but was very stressful and not a great way to start!”

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Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar - Open bar, music, and the social side
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Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar

2.Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,975 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

Spend about five hours aboard a small catamaran with hotel pickup, stops at Red Beach, the hot springs, and Thirassia, plus swimming, snorkeling, seafood, BBQ, and free-flowing wine and beer. The crew, including guides such as Giannis, Natalie, Alex, Mika, and Kostas, keeps the trip social and well organized.

“What a great experience! The staff were very helpful and informative. We had a great day. I would highly recommend this tour”

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Santorini Gold Catamaran Cruise with Snorkel, BBQ & Open Bar - Red Beach and the island’s volcanic colors
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Santorini Gold Catamaran Cruise with Snorkel, BBQ & Open Bar

3.Santorini Gold Catamaran Cruise with Snorkel, BBQ & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,822 reviews · 5 hours · from $117

Cruise Santorini’s caldera from Vlychada Marina on a five-hour catamaran trip with Red Beach, White Beach, the volcano, hot springs, and Mesa Pigadia stops. Your English-speaking crew serves Greek meze, a fresh BBQ, desserts, unlimited wine and soft drinks, with pickup and drop-off included.

“The best way to experience Oia sunset! Our guide, host and captain were very nice and made everything memorable as possible. I love the vibe the bring during the tour specially the music part. And the food was delicious!”

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Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal, Open-Bar and Sunset - Getting from your hotel to the marina
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Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal, Open-Bar and Sunset

4.Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal, Open-Bar and Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,694 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $181

Spend about five hours aboard a 42 to 56 foot catamaran, with hotel pickup, two swim stops, a Greek meal, white wine, Greek beer and soft drinks. Choose morning or sunset, and consider the luxury route for views of Oia and Ammoudi Bay from the water.

“Such an amazing experience with a friendly and knowledgeable crew. We would definitely recommend this sunset cruise to any of our friends who may come to Santorini in the future.”

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Santorini Caldera Cruise Tour (Volcano, Hot Springs, Thirassia) - Nea Kameni: a rough volcanic walk with big views
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Santorini Caldera Cruise Tour (Volcano, Hot Springs, Thirassia)

5.Santorini Caldera Cruise Tour (Volcano, Hot Springs, Thirassia)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,302 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $42

Spend about six hours cruising Santorini’s caldera, hiking Nea Kameni, swimming from the boat to Palea Kameni’s warm sulfur waters, and exploring Thirassia. Guides such as Sophia and Roula have led tours, while foam noodles help at the springs. Hotel pickup costs extra.

“The hot springs is not hot. The water is cold when you jump from the boat. The tour doesn’t go down into the caldera.”

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Santorini Volcano and Hot Springs Cruise Tour from Fira Old Port - Nea Kameni: walking on Santorini’s volcanic core
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Santorini Volcano and Hot Springs Cruise Tour from Fira Old Port

6.Santorini Volcano and Hot Springs Cruise Tour from Fira Old Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,214 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $36

Meet at Fira Old Port for a three-hour boat trip to Nea Kameni and Palea Kameni. Walk the volcanic trail to sweeping caldera views, then swim 30 to 40 meters to sulfur-colored thermal water. A guide, foam noodle, and boat ride are included, but bring water, shoes, and the extra €5 volcano fee.

“Amazing tour. We had a great staff and they made sure that everyone was safe and that no one unintentionally placed themselves in harms way. The tour was perfect and we met great people on it.”

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Santorini Sunset Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, drinks, transfer - Red Beach, where volcanic color meets clear water
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Santorini Sunset Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, drinks, transfer

7.Santorini Sunset Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, drinks, transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,170 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

You’ll sail from Vlychada around Santorini’s volcanic coast, stopping at Red Beach, White Beach, and the hot springs. The crew prepares Greek barbecue on board, serves wine, beer, and soft drinks, and provides snorkeling gear, towels, and hotel transfers. Choose the sunset sailing for sea-level views of Oia.

“We took our family on this cruise after our wedding in Santorini. Everyone had an incredible time!! The crew was friendly and the food was great! This cruise was a highlight of our Greek trip! Do not miss out!”

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Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks - Swimming near the hot springs
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Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks

8.Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,105 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $95

Sail from Ammoudi or Athinios Port past the volcano, swim near the hot springs, Red Beach, and White Beach, then enjoy a BBQ, Santorinian wine, and music aboard a spacious catamaran. Hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, and sunset viewing are included.

“Love love LOVED our Sunset Oia experience. We booked for two on Viator after literal weeks of deliberation on whether or not we should spent that amount of money for a sunset cruise (approx $145 USD each). This trip was our favorite thing we did on our 2-week Greece vacation and possibly ever. - The staff was so kind and accommodating, we felt so taken care of before we even stepped foot on the boat to when it was time for us to be dropped off to our hotel by the Sunset Oia driver. - The boat itself was bordering the definition of luxurious, and very clean. - They did…”

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Luxury Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open bar & Transfer - Thirasia and the caldera from sea level
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Luxury Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open bar & Transfer

9.Luxury Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open bar & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,047 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $169

Sail Santorini with a group of 20 or fewer, stopping at Palea Kameni’s warm sulfur springs and Mesa Pigadia for swimming. Your crew provides towels, snorkel gear, a Greek BBQ buffet, local wine, beer, and cocktails, with pickup and drop-off included.

“All staff were helpful and attentive. They are very cautious about food allergies. We had really amazing cruise. Especially, Christf is the entertainer and great hospitality host of our cruise. Thank you very much indeed.”

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Santorini Port: Cruise to Volcano, Hot Springs & Thirassia - Starting at Fira Old Port
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Santorini Port: Cruise to Volcano, Hot Springs & Thirassia

10.Santorini Port: Cruise to Volcano, Hot Springs & Thirassia

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 992 reviews · 6 hours · from $41

Join an English-speaking guide such as Roula or Yannis for a six-hour cruise from Fira Old Port to Nea Kameni, Palea Kameni, and Thirassia. Hike across volcanic ground, swim from the boat to warm spring water, eat on Thirassia, and enjoy caldera views with audio commentary.

“Fantastic day out on the water exploring the smaller islands of Santorini. Hike up to the active volcanic crater was very cool and I'm glad we decided to jump into the water at the thermal springs. I would recommend wearing your bathing suit (not just bringing) since you must jump straight off the boat to swim to the thermal bay and the bathrooms on board are tiny. On Thirasia the hike up the many steps was very worth it to get delicious frappes and baclava from Fyrgano up in Manolas. The tour back around the perimeter of the caldera was equally amazing with fun music, a spontaneous dance party and…”

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Half Day Premium Catamaran Cruise in Santorini including Oia - Red Beach: striking cliffs and a short first swim
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Half Day Premium Catamaran Cruise in Santorini including Oia

11.Half Day Premium Catamaran Cruise in Santorini including Oia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 988 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $193

Spend about five hours aboard a premium catamaran with a maximum of 18 people. Swim at Red Beach, the volcano hot springs, and Thirassia, enjoy a BBQ dinner and open bar, and sail near Oia and the Venetian lighthouse. Crew members may include Maria, Alex, Nefeli, and Captain Giomnis.

“It was great. I'm glad. Great memory. Lovely crew. A little bit expensive for what it is anyway. The towels are provided, I had not paid attention I had brought mine.Auto-translated”

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Santorini Platinum Catamaran Cruise with Meal, BBQ and Open Bar - Red Beach and White Beach: dramatic scenery, brief viewing time
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Santorini Platinum Catamaran Cruise with Meal, BBQ and Open Bar

12.Santorini Platinum Catamaran Cruise with Meal, BBQ and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 725 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $120

Spend about five hours sailing Santorini’s coast in a small group of up to 18 people. Swim at Mesa Pigadia, see Red and White beaches, visit the hot springs and Thirassia, and enjoy BBQ chicken, pork, seafood pasta, Greek salad, and an open bar. Sunset departures add sparkling wine and dramatic caldera views.

“We’ll run, professional and friendly. The crew made sure everyone was having a good time. The food was delicious and large portions.”

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Private Santorini Sightseeing Tour – Customizable,Cruise Friendly - Three Bells of Fira and the first caldera views
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Private Santorini Sightseeing Tour – Customizable,Cruise Friendly

13.Private Santorini Sightseeing Tour – Customizable,Cruise Friendly

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 717 reviews · 3 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $60

Build a private Santorini route with guides such as Nikolas, Chris, or Lisandros. Expect caldera views, Oia, quiet villages, volcanic beaches, photo stops, bottled water, and cruise-friendly pickup at the top of Fira’s cable car.

“Pavlina and Yiannis were wonderful tour guides. Pavlina was clearly extremely experienced and knowledgeable. She truly cared about us having the most amazing photos and sights and they made sure that our desires and needs were met for the tour since we had some that were physically challenged in our group. They made wonderful suggestions and the restaurant they took us to was outstanding. They were prompt picking us up and dropping us off and I would go with them again!”

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Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ, Drinks and Transfer - Sailing Past the Volcano and Palea Kameni
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Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ, Drinks and Transfer

14.Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ, Drinks and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 568 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $95

Spend about five hours aboard a catamaran from Ammoudi or Athinios, with hotel pickup, volcano views, swimming at the hot springs and Red Beach, snorkeling, and a BBQ at White Beach. An English-speaking crew serves Santorinian wine, soft drinks, and water.

“This was a simple but enjoyable daytime cruise around Santorini which was about 4.5 hours. The pick up location was changed via email in advance so check your messages- this was due to the small streets and lack of access. Plan on the pick up being 45 minutes before your cruise time, depending on where you are staying. We cruised to the sulfur springs (not actually hot), Palia Kameni and Nea Kameni, over to the red beach and the white beach. Swimming at all locations. Towels provided. BBQ at the white beach which included options of fish, chicken, pork and vegetarian options. Plus a small buffet of items that were…”

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Santorini Sailing Dream Catcher with BBQ Lunch and Drinks - Sailing past Santorini’s southern coast
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Santorini Sailing Dream Catcher with BBQ Lunch and Drinks

15.Santorini Sailing Dream Catcher with BBQ Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 560 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $145

Spend about five hours aboard the Dream Catcher, sailing from Vlichada Marina or Ammoudi Bay past Santorini’s cliffs, Red and White Beaches, the lighthouse, and Indian Head Mountain. Swim near Palea Kameni and the hot springs, then enjoy a Greek BBQ, wine, beer, and soft drinks with hotel pickup included.

“I went soli today and the vibe in the boat is actually amazing where you can start making friends so fast there. The crew members and the food are both amazing. The swim stops are nice as they picked good spots compared to other boats I have been to”

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