
Santorini Tour of Caldera with Glass bottom Boat
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3.9/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Santorini Tour of Caldera with Glass bottom Boat worth booking?
Santorini Tour of Caldera with Glass bottom Boat is a 5.5-hour experience in Santorini, Greece, from $19 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 3.9/5 (7)
- Duration
- 5.5 hours
- From
- $19 per person
Τhis option is the most complete! allows you to visit all the islands of the Caldera. Ideal for cruise travelers, as the boat tour begins at the port of disembarkation. You can relax and drink your coffee under unique ro
What you get
About this experience
Τhis option is the most complete! allows you to visit all the islands of the Caldera. Ideal for cruise travelers, as the boat tour begins at the port of disembarkation. You can relax and drink your coffee under unique rocks with the volcanic rocks as a background. Active volcano island, volcanic hot springs you can not approach easily. More over Thirassia give you an idea of Santorini like 30 years ago. If you are a family with kids, the kids will go crazy with the glass bottom of the ship! without spending a lot, keep unforgettable images from Santorini.
What travelers are saying
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Value for money
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Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Santorini Tour of Caldera with Glass bottom Boat. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
We love the experience.
Excellent, super recommended. Excellent experience in seeing the active volcano. Do not expect the thermal waters to be hot, but only slightly less cold. Lunch in Thirassia, able to swim from the sea was an excellent and happy surprise.
Response from the operator: We really appreciate your feedback and are glad you had a great experience.
via Viator (translated)
Great adventure, 100% worth it!
Best boat trip we have done so far. Lots of shade at the upper deck and the lower deck is great as well with the „pirate of the Caribbean“soundtrack while watching the cliffs and fishes next to Thirasia. Very nice helpful crew. Remember to Bring good shoes. The walk to the Vulcano is with lots of pebbles and some slippery parts to walk on. Have a small backpack to bring water up the vulcano as it’s quiet hot up there. (Bring it with you or buy cold water, ice tea or Softdrinks at the boat) Love the tour. All in all perfect. My kids enjoyed it a lot. Enjoy!
Response from the operator: We’re thrilled you enjoyed the tour! Your review means a lot to us.
via Viator
It's not worth it, look for options in Catamarca.
Honestly, it's not worth it; while it's nice to see the island from the sea, like Oia, Fira, etc., we didn't like the rest. You arrive at the volcano island, walk to see 'nothing', then they take you to the hot springs area, they leave you far away, you have to swim there, you arrive and in 5 minutes you have to swim back to the boat (don't even try it if you can't swim or aren't in decent shape), then they stop so you can see the crystal bottom... what do you see? Nothing... three stones that look better from the edge of the boat. Then they drop you off on an island that is quite ugly compared to how beautiful Santorini is. They recommend a place to eat, expensive and not worth it (there are other nicer options). You return to the boat... they tell you that you are going to see the sunset, but in reality, they take you by bus, leaving you 3 hours early in Oia... in short, very 'cheap tour'.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your feedback. We would like to clarify that the volcano stop is designed for guests to visit the volcano of Santorini, experience the unique volcanic landscape, and see the craters while listening to the historical commentary from our guide. Regarding the hot springs, our description notes that the boat must anchor outside the bay due to the shallow waters. As safety is our top priority, guests must be confident swimming in open water to reach the area safely. As for Thirassia, this is simply a two-hour free-time stop where guests are welcome to walk, swim, or eat at their own leisure, with no obligation to visit any specific venue. Finally, as clearly stated in our tour description, the transfer to Oia for the sunset is conducted by bus.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Disappointed 😞
In useless glass background nothing is visible even a fish. Be careful the agency does not tell you that the visit of the volcano is extra charge. What's wrong?
Response from the operator: We are sorry to hear that you were dissapointed by the experience. The extra fee that you payed at the volcano is not a tour fee but a volcano entrance fee that is mentioned clearly as a non included in the price. This fee is for every tourist who goes on the volcano and not from our company. Also, about the glass bottom on our boat, here in Santorini the waters are deep and we can show the sea bottom only on specific places as we do when we go above a reef during the tour.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Very nice tour and friendly staff, amazingly beautiful views
Very nice boat tourthe staff is very friendly and helpful, describing the various points very nicely, and very clear about meeting points and times at each of the 4 stops. The views from the upper deck are magnificent, islands, boats, the beautiful white Santorini houses look magnificent. The swimming is very nice. The lower deck has glass bottom to see the water that really shows the boat speed and the depth of the water and sea floor at the stop where the water is crystal clear. Snorkeling at Thirasia at the stop place near the restaurant is very beautiful, crystal clear waters, saw hundreds of fish (must bring swimming goggles and swim shoes because there are small rocks instead of sand). Saw white fish (larger, maybe 10 inch long, some 2 inch) with gray lines or gray dots grazing on the rocks, smaller orange and black fish (4 inch), small green fish (4 inch), long pencil like fish (25 inch long, 1cm wide) that stay very still then start wiggling and swim a little then stand very still, it was a very nice surprise to see, all fish within 10 meters of the restaurant's wall where the water is less cold and less deep. The meeting point for the boat tour is at the Old Port, not accessible by car, only by cable car (10 euros each way), by donkey (6 euro each way) or by hundreds of stairs between the cliff top and the sea level (easy steps, small, not tall steps). The views of all islands, especially of the Santorini cliffs and white buildings are absolutely spectacular. We took the day boat tour, not the evening tour, and it was 5 hour and a half.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 5.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
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Santorini Tour of Caldera with Glass bottom Boat: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santorini.
How much does Santorini Tour of Caldera with Glass bottom Boat cost?
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Prices start at $19 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Santorini usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Santorini Tour of Caldera with Glass bottom Boat take?
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Plan for about 5.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Santorini is not rushed.
Is Santorini Tour of Caldera with Glass bottom Boat worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Santorini, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Santorini Tour of Caldera with Glass bottom Boat?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Santorini Tour of Caldera with Glass bottom Boat suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Santorini Tour of Caldera with Glass bottom Boat?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Santorini can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Santorini and add a light layer if any part of the 5.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Santorini Tour of Caldera with Glass bottom Boat start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Santorini within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Santorini?
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On Outty we rank every Santorini experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Half Day Premium Catamaran Cruise in Santorini including Oia, Private Santorini Tailor Made - Choice of the Guest!, Private Classic Santorini Panorama: Visit Top Destinations. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Santorini?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Santorini?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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