Salerno: Amalfi Coast Boat Rental No License Required
You steer a 2024 speedboat down the Amalfi coast without a license—or hire a skipper to do it.
You rent a brand-new speedboat from Salerno and steer it along the Amalfi coast, or hire a skipper to do the steering. The boat holds up to eight people, comes with snorkel gear, ice, and an awning, and you can pre-order food to be on board. Fuel is charged separately when you return.
8h
Step-by-step itinerary
Boat rental and Amalfi coast tour
- Rent Cayman 585 open boat
- Choose rental with or without skipper
- Board boat with safety equipment
- Use optional Bluetooth speaker and ice
- Visit Amalfi coast attractions
- Explore Amalfi and Positano
- Pre-book food and drinks if desired
- Return boat and pay fuel cost
The Experience
The boat is waiting at the dock in Salerno, all white and gleaming, a Cayman 585 with a Yamaha 40/70 engine that just came off the line. You can take the wheel yourself if you want—no license needed—or pay extra for a professional skipper to handle the throttle while you sit back and navigate where to go. Either way, it's just you and whoever you brought, up to eight people total, five adults and three kids, or six adults if you're counting strictly. The boat is wide enough to move around in, 2.50 meters across, long enough to feel solid in the water at 5.85 meters, and it comes with everything bolted down: life jackets, a shower to rinse off salt, snorkel masks and fins, an igloo already stocked with ice, and a Bluetooth speaker you can plug your phone into.
You point the bow toward Positano or Amalfi—wherever the mood takes you—and the day is yours. The Amalfi coast from the water looks different than it does from the road: the cliffs drop straight down, the villages cling to the rock, and the water is clear enough to see the bottom in the shallows. Stop where you want, jump in with the snorkel gear, float above the rocks and the fish. The boat has an awning to get out of the sun, and if you didn't pack lunch, you can pre-order food and drinks to be waiting on board when you pick the boat up. The only thing not included is fuel—you pay for what you burn when you bring it back, calculated on the spot.
If you're renting without a skipper, you need to be comfortable handling a boat; the engine is responsive and the coast has traffic, especially near the towns. If you'd rather not worry about it, the skipper option takes that off your hands, though it costs more. Pickup and dropoff can happen in a few different towns along the coast—Cetara, Maiori, Minori, Praiano, Amalfi, Positano—so you can choose the one closest to where you're staying or the one that makes sense for your route that day.
What’s included
- Snorkel equipment including masks and fins, ice, igloo, awning for shade, onboard shower, Bluetooth speaker, and safety gear.
- Optional pre-booked food and drinks.
- Fuel is calculated separately and charged on return based on usage.
Operated by Blue Dream Rental Boats
Is this one for you?Right for travelers staying near Salerno or the Amalfi coast who want a private boat day without arranging a skipper—or who prefer one and don't mind paying extra. The boat handles up to eight people, so it works for families or small groups; if you've never steered a speedboat, the skipper option removes that learning curve.
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Top questions
Do I need a boating license to rent the boat?
No. You can rent and operate the boat without a license. A professional skipper is available for an additional fee if you prefer not to steer.
What's included in the rental?
Snorkel equipment, masks, fins, ice, an igloo, an awning, a shower, a Bluetooth speaker, and safety gear. Fuel is not included and is charged based on consumption when you return.
How many people can the boat hold?
A maximum of 8 people: 5 adults and 3 children, or up to 6 adults total.
Can I pre-order food and drinks?
Yes. You can arrange for food, drinks, and snacks to be on board when you pick up the boat.
Where can I pick up and drop off the boat?
Pickup and dropoff are available in several coastal towns: Cetara, Maiori, Minori, Praiano, Amalfi, and Positano. You can choose based on your location or route.
Is the boat new?
Yes. All boats are 2024 Cayman 585 models with 2024 Yamaha engines.
What if I want a skipper?
A professional skipper is available for an additional cost. They handle steering while you decide where to go and enjoy the day.
Can infants come on the boat?
Yes. Infants must sit on an adult's lap during the rental.
Salerno: Amalfi Coast Boat Rental No License Required
8h · EN · RU +1 · at your hotel
from € 220 per group
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