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Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck)
A guided, boat-access wreck dive in Santorini’s volcanic caldera featuring lava-
Local operator required
The site is normally handled through a local Santorini dive boat.
A small passenger-ship wreck in the New Volcano area of Santorini’s caldera where volcanic formations and reef life are the highlights.
About Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck)
Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck) is a small passenger-ship wreck in the bay of the New Volcano within Santorini’s caldera area. The dive blends wreck structure with volcanic lava formations and nearby reef terrain. Marine life reported around the volcanic rocks includes lobsters, moray eels, clams, and spirographs, with sponges, nudibranchs, and schooling fish also noted in caldera-edge sites. Dives are typically boat-based and guided, and the exact site can shift depending on weather.
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Research Estimate At Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 12m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
Where Is Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck)?
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Community sourced coordinates.
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 Diving
A shallow wreck dive with volcanic scenery, easy viewing angles, and a simple route for relaxed recreational dives.
Freediving
Freediving is possible only in a very controlled shallow-water format; the site is really set up for scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is only a casual add-on; the wreck itself is better viewed with scuba.
Wildlife at Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck)
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Hot Springs Shallow (Wreck)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility12m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
