Boat tours in Santorini
Santorini looks different from the water. The most comfortable months are May to October, with highs around 80°F (27°C).
Photo: Giles Laurent, CC BY-SA 4.0
Top boat tours in Santorini
SKIP CABLE CAR® Santorini for Cruise Ships with Boat TransfersFrom $56View 
Private Tailor-Made Santorini Land Tour with a Local DriverFrom $55View 
Santorini Tour of Caldera with Glass bottom BoatFrom $42View
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How to pick a good boat tour
- Decide between a shared boat (cheaper, fixed route) and a private charter (your pace, your stops).
- Ask whether the boat has shade. An open deck for three hours in summer is hard work.
- Morning departures usually have calmer water; afternoons can get windy and choppy.
- Check the cancellation rule for bad weather. Good operators rebook or refund if they cancel.
Santorini month by month
Averages for Santorini; sea temperatures offshore, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 58 (14) | 58 (15) | 61 (16) | 67 (20) | 74 (23) | 82 (28) | 86 (30) | 86 (30) | 81 (27) | 73 (23) | 67 (19) | 60 (16) |
| Low °F (°C) | 50 (10) | 51 (10) | 52 (11) | 56 (14) | 62 (17) | 70 (21) | 74 (23) | 74 (24) | 70 (21) | 64 (18) | 58 (15) | 53 (12) |
| Rain, in | 2.1 | 1.6 | 1.8 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 1.3 | 2.1 |
| Sea °F (°C) | 62 (17) | 61 (16) | 61 (16) | 62 (17) | 66 (19) | 72 (22) | 75 (24) | 76 (24) | 75 (24) | 72 (22) | 68 (20) | 64 (18) |
| Sunset (15th) | 5:26 pm | 5:59 pm | 6:25 pm | 7:52 pm | 8:18 pm | 8:38 pm | 8:37 pm | 8:10 pm | 7:27 pm | 6:43 pm | 5:10 pm | 5:04 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for boat tours in Santorini?
May to October. Expect highs around 80°F (27°C). The least comfortable months are January and February.
What time is sunset in Santorini?
Sunset comes earliest in December, around 5:04 pm, and latest in June, around 8:38 pm. Pick a date in the planner above for the exact time.
Where can I book boat tours in Santorini?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
