Dive Shop

Caldera Diving

Santorini · Cyclades · Greece

Center type

Dive Shop

Established

2008

Gas support

Nitrox

Access type

Shore & Boat

Equipment rental

Full

from

€120

Highlights

  • Located on iconic Perivolos black sand beach
  • Freediving courses available alongside scuba
  • Customized diving packages for all levels

Services & capabilities

Boat dives
Shore dives
Night dives
Technical diving
Rebreather support
Sidemount
Freediving
Snorkeling
Underwater scooter (DPV)
House reef
Equipment servicing
Photography support
Private guides
Kids friendly
Training pool
Restaurant

Courses & Training

Specialty courses

DeepNitrox

About this center

PADI dive center on Perivolos black sand beach offering guided dives, courses, snorkeling, and freediving in Santorini's volcanic waters.

Caldera Diving is a PADI-certified dive center based on Perivolos Beach, one of Santorini's iconic black sand beaches on the island's southeastern coast. With many years of experience in the diving industry, the center creates trusted and professional diving experiences that combine safety, expertise, and unforgettable moments beneath the surface of the Aegean Sea.

The center's location on Perivolos Beach provides access to dive sites along Santorini's eastern and southern coastline, where volcanic formations create a distinctive underwater environment. The black volcanic sand gives way to lava reef structures, rocky outcrops colonized by Mediterranean marine life, and walls that descend along the caldera's outer flanks.

Caldera Diving offers guided dives, PADI courses, snorkeling adventures, freediving courses, and fully customized diving packages tailored to individual preferences and skill levels. Whether you are a complete beginner wanting to try scuba for the first time or a certified diver looking to explore Santorini's volcanic underwater world, the team adapts the experience to suit your needs.

The center prides itself on creating a relaxed, personalized atmosphere. Group sizes are kept small to ensure safety and individual attention. Equipment is high-quality and well-maintained, and the multilingual staff speaks English, Greek, and German.

With Discover Scuba Diving starting from 120 EUR, Caldera Diving offers an accessible entry point to experiencing the unique underwater landscape of one of the world's most famous volcanic islands.

Opening Hours & Season

Open year-round

Opening hours

  • Monday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Sunday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Accommodation & Logistics

Pickup service
Airport transfer
Accessible facilities
Adaptive diving

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer freediving?+

Yes! We offer freediving courses alongside our scuba diving programs. Santorini's calm waters and excellent visibility make it a great location for freediving.

What is unique about diving here?+

Diving from Perivolos Beach means exploring a volcanic underwater landscape with black sand, lava formations, and caldera walls. The volcanic geology creates a diving experience unlike anywhere else in Europe.

Can you arrange custom dive packages?+

Absolutely. We specialize in fully customized diving packages tailored to your experience level, interests, and schedule. Contact us to discuss your ideal diving itinerary.

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