Nea Kameni (New Volcano)
Nea Kameni is the young volcanic island in the middle of the Santorini caldera. The listed dive is a shallow boat or shore dive (average about 14 m, maximum about 23 m) over lava formations; the water is clear, but marine life is sparse. Santorini Dive Center lists it as its 'New Volcano' dive spot.
Facts
- Region: Greece – Cyclades & Dodecanese
- Area: Santorini caldera
- Depth: 23 m
- Level: beginner
- Current: low
- Type: reef
- Coordinates: 36.40053, 25.40557 (approximate)
- Highlights: lava formations, volcanic island in the caldera, clear water
- Tips: Easy first caldera dive; go with a local centre that knows the day's boat traffic in the caldera.