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Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck)

Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck) is a shallow caldera wreck.

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Local operator required

The site is normally handled through a local Santorini dive boat.

Boat-access Santorini wreck between the Kameni islands; compact, photo-friendly, and best handled with a local guide.

About Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck)

Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck) is a shallow Santorini wreck dive set between Nea Kameni and Palaia Kameni, where volcanic rock, the hull, and regular caldera boat traffic shape the whole visit. The site is compact and easy to read underwater, which makes it useful for relaxed sightseeing, training loops, and photographers who want a simple volcanic backdrop. Plan it as a guided boat stop near the hot springs rather than a high-commitment or technical wreck.

Research Estimate At Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck)

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VisibilityVisibility: 12m
AccessSimple entry
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CrowdedQuite busy

Where Is Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck)?

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Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck) Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

12m - 16m

Depth Note

Public listings place the wreck around 12m average depth with a maximum near 16m.

Best Season

Winter

Typical Conditions

Shallow volcanic wreck, clear water, and a compact guided route with some surface traffic around the hot-springs corridor.

Safety & Access At Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck)

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Boat traffic

Safety Notes

Keep clear of tour boats and stick to the guide's entry point; the site is shallow, but the caldera can be busy at the surface.

Access Restrictions

Boat access only in practice; the wreck is reached as part of a Santorini caldera run.

Legal Notes

Follow local caldera and harbor instructions and stay clear of other vessels.

Local Intel For Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck)

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba

A shallow wreck dive with volcanic scenery, easy viewing angles, and a simple route for relaxed recreational dives.

Freedive

Freediving is possible only in a very controlled shallow-water format; the site is really set up for scuba.

Snorkel

Snorkeling is only a casual add-on; the wreck itself is better viewed with scuba.

Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck) Dive Conditions Planner

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Wildlife at Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck)

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Recent Logged Visits At Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck)

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Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck) Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

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Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck) Guide - Sources and Updates

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Research Sources

daytripsfromsantorini.com · Tourism Guide

Tourism guide confirming the hot-springs boat circuit, boat-only access, and midday crowd pattern.

www.santorini.nl · Tourism Guide

Tourism page confirming the Kameni-island hot-springs boat excursion and the lack of fixed on-site facilities.

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