Full-Day Tour to Nisyros The Volcano Island
Overview
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8 hours
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Enjoy this one hour cruise to the Dodecanese island of Nisyros and enter the crater of the volcano where you can feel lava rumbling beneath your feet. One of the most interesting islands of the Dodecanese awaits you - Nisyros, the volcano island.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
High-factor sunscreen is recommended
Summer clothing, comfortable shoes, camera, hat is also recommended.
Comfortable Shoes for walking in the crater is also recommended.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Transfer to Volcano
Tour escort/host
Transport to Kardamena Port
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Entrance fee for the volcano
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
Nisiros
Leave the port of Kardamena, pass through Giali Island and arrive in Nisyros after an hour cruise where a bus awaits your arrival to take you to the volcano crater.
Nisyros Volcano
The volcano on the island of Nisyros is the youngest one in Greece. It is an active volcano as are the ones at Methana, on Milos Island and on Santorini Island. Most of Nisyros is mountainous, volcanic and very fertile. The island is composed of volcanic rock formations that were formed by previous volcanic activity. The various rock formations (e.g. basalt) have been used as construction material in various buildings such as the Palaiokastro and the bell tower of the Church of Agios Ioannis Theologos located near Nikia. The island has been formed by lava. The rocks are covered by pyroclastic deposits and volcanic mud. Two possible eruptions occurred several millennia ago, estimated around 25,000 years back. The largest crater of the volcano, named Polivotis, has a diameter of 260m and 30m depth. There are another 5 younger craters in the region, the largest of which is Stefanos with a diameter of 30m and a 30m depth. The valley that surrounds the volcano is 2,400m long and 950m wide.
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Full-Day Tour to Nisyros The Volcano Island
Pickup included
Reviews
434 reviews
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Unique experience, recommended. Coach transfer to Kardamena port from Psalidi took 90 mins, as stopped at every hotel
Alison S,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
4.00Boat takes an hour each way from Karadmena Port. We had the coach transfer from our resort in Psalidi, and it took over 90 mins, as stopped at seemingly every resort on the Island. Boat was a small ferry type thing. Had about 2 hours to wander around Nisyros , which is pretty with a few cafes, restaurants and a tiny pebbly beach. We had lunch there. Some people went up to the Monastery; there was an additional charge for this (3.50 each i think). We didn't, and instead had a look round some (expensive) tourist souvenir shops. Nice place with different pace of life to Kos. Then coach to the crater, where it's 5 euro for adults and kids 12 years or older Don't go in flip flops or sliders, as the walk into the crater is scree and gravel and a little steep in places. If you slip over because you worse flip flops/sliders, you'll really graze/cut yourself on the sharp rock. Common sense really! We walked up to the other crater as well, but we're pushed for time as only had 40 mins there. Then coach back to Port for Boat home. When we got into Kardamena harbour, we thought we would have a drink in one of the bars, then get a taxi back to resort, as much quicker than the coach transfer. We also went in some souvenir shops and were tempted by dinner in one of many tavernas. Tried to find a taxi in Kardamena: nightmare. Literally waiting at the one and only taxi rank, for 90 mins, and was a free for all with people jumping queue etc. 43euro back to Psalidi. Do not recommend trying to get a taxi in Kardamena!!!
Beautiful day with the...
Gregory V,
Jul 29, 2025
- Viator
4.00Beautiful day with the discovery of the volcano. An excursion to do with an incredible decor in the middle of the crater.
Trip was well organized,...
Milos H,
Jul 25, 2025
- Viator
4.00Trip was well organized, everything was exactly on time. Visiting of volcano caldera was unforgettable experience, however, it could be recommended only to those who does not mind really hot temperatures.
Great experience, well...
Martin R,
Jul 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience, well organized, everything was on time. Martha (the English guide) was great and happily answered to everything.
Do it :)
Marek K,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00Pure pleasure, nice boat, nice crew, even friendly bus driver. Nissyros is a unique island. Strongly recomend visiting it
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