Santorini & the Caldera · Greece · Cave & cavern
Lava Caves
Caverns and chasms cut into lava on the island's south coast
The Lava Caves sit on the southern coast of Santorini, about 20 minutes from Caldera Beach, a set of underwater caverns and chasms home to various Mediterranean marine species. With a maximum depth of only 10 m, the site is immensely popular with locals and visitors alike.
Also known as The Caves.
Where it is and how deep
No published position for this site — the map shows Santorini & the Caldera and its other sites; operators know the mooring.
The dive
The dive works through the underwater caverns and chasms of the south coast, populated by various Mediterranean marine species, and never goes deeper than 10 m, a cavern-style dive at Open Water depth.
Marine life and season
The sources we used don't single out particular species here.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good | Good | Good | Good | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime | Good | Good |
Season follows Santorini & the Caldera: Diving runs all year. April to November is the main season, with the calmest seas in summer; winter water averages about 16°C.
Dive videos
Diving Santorini Lava Caves · MaxVranken on YouTube
Sources
- Santorini Scuba Diving — Greeka
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