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Nea Kameni (Wreck)
A small passenger-ship wreck in the bay of Santorini’s New Volcano, visited by a
Local operator required
A local Santorini operator still helps with timing, access, and route selection.
Volcanic caldera wreck near Santorini’s New Volcano, typically reached by boat and weather-dependent.
About Nea Kameni (Wreck)
Nea Kameni (Wreck) is a small passenger-ship wreck in the bay by Santorini’s New Volcano, set within the caldera’s volcanic landscape. The dive is surrounded by lava-formed terrain typical of the volcano sites. Trips here are commonly reached by boat as part of caldera and volcano itineraries. The exact site selection around the volcanoes can depend on weather conditions.
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Research Estimate At Nea Kameni (Wreck)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 17m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentNo current
Where Is Nea Kameni (Wreck)?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Nea Kameni (Wreck) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 18m
Depth Note
Public listings place the wreck around 10m to 13m, with a max listed near 18m.
Best Season
Winter
Typical Conditions
Which exact sites are visited around the volcanoes and caldera can depend on weather.
Safety & Access At Nea Kameni (Wreck)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Watch harbor movement and keep buoyancy tight around the wreck and cliffside approach.
Access Restrictions
Use the harbor-side approach carefully and coordinate with a local operator or a clear shore plan.
Legal Notes
Follow port guidance and avoid interfering with working harbor traffic.
Local Intel For Nea Kameni (Wreck)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Primarily a wreck dive near the New Volcano, commonly included on guided boat trips around the caldera.
Freediving
Freediving is only a controlled shallow option here; the wreck is primarily a scuba site.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is possible in the harbor setting, but the wreck itself is better viewed with scuba.
Wildlife at Nea Kameni (Wreck)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Nea Kameni (Wreck)
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Nea Kameni (Wreck)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility17m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
