Amalfi Coast boat tour from Naples: swim & snorkel at Li Galli

Eleven hours on the water, three islands to explore, and turquoise water you can jump into.

This full-day boat tour departs Naples for the Amalfi Coast, traveling by shuttle to Sorrento and then by boat along the dramatic shoreline to swim and snorkel at Li Galli, a three-island archipelago off Positano. You'll pass Praiano and the Fjord of Furore, spend free time in both Amalfi and Positano, and return to Naples by evening. The tour runs with a maximum of twelve passengers and an English-speaking skipper, includes water, soft drinks, Prosecco and Limoncello tasting, and stops for swimming; you choose either a 7:00 a.m. or 8:45 a.m. pickup at the meeting point in central Naples.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour along Amalfi Coast

• Pick up at StarHotels Terminus, Naples
• Shuttle to departure port in Sorrento area
• Stop for swimming and snorkeling at Li Galli islands
• Admire Praiano town from the boat
• Pass by Fjord of Furore and its high diving bridge
• Free time to explore Amalfi town
• Free time to explore Positano village
• Return shuttle to Naples meeting point

The Experience

Pickup happens between 7:00 a.m. and 8:45 a.m. at StarHotels Terminus in central Naples, followed by a 1.5-hour shuttle ride to the departure port in the Sorrento area. The boat then heads out along the coast, and the first real stop is Li Galli—three small islands sitting just offshore from Positano in water so clear you can see straight down. This is where you swim and snorkel; the water stays turquoise and calm enough that the stop is built around it, not squeezed in between other things.

As the boat moves along the coast, you pass Praiano, a small town wedged between the cliffs and the sea, and the Fjord of Furore, a narrow inlet where a 30-meter bridge marks the site of an annual cliff-diving championship. Amalfi itself is the main town the coast is named after, a UNESCO World Heritage site with the Cathedral of Saint Andrew at its center; you get free time to walk around, eat, or just sit in the piazza. Positano comes next, famous for its vertical layout of narrow, colorful streets and boutiques—again, free time to explore on your own pace. The Emerald Grotto is not included as a regular stop because of long waits, but you can visit it independently during your free time in either town if you want to.

The boat carries a maximum of twelve people, which keeps the day from feeling crowded. Your skipper speaks English and Italian, and the tour includes water, soft drinks, Prosecco and Limoncello tasting, plus dry snacks. Bring a towel, swimsuit and sunscreen; snorkeling gear is not provided, so pack your own if you want to use it. The full day is eleven hours from pickup to drop-off, and the operator notes this tour is not suitable for cruise passengers with limited time in port. Weather can cancel the tour, in which case you'll be offered another date or a full refund.

What’s included

• Pickup and drop-off from the meeting point in central Naples.
• shuttle transport to the departure port in the Sorrento area.
• boat tour with a professional English-speaking skipper.
• swimming stop at Li Galli islands.
• free time in Amalfi and Positano.
• water, soft drinks, Prosecco and Limoncello tasting.
• dry snacks.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

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Is this one for you?Pick the 7:00 a.m. start if you want maximum time swimming and exploring the towns; choose 8:45 a.m. if you prefer sleeping in and still want a full day without rushing.

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Top questions

What's the swimming and snorkeling like at Li Galli?

Li Galli is an archipelago of three tiny islands off the Amalfi Coast opposite Positano, with a dedicated stop built around swimming and snorkeling in turquoise water. The stop is long enough that it's the centerpiece of the route, not a quick dip between other sights.

How much free time do I get in Amalfi and Positano?

The tour includes free time in both towns, though the exact duration depends on the boat's schedule and other stops. Amalfi is the main town of the coast and a UNESCO World Heritage site with the Cathedral of Saint Andrew; Positano is known for its steep, colorful streets and shops. You can use the time to explore, eat, or visit the Emerald Grotto on your own if you choose.

What's included in the price?

Pickup and drop-off from the meeting point in Naples, the shuttle to Sorrento, the boat tour with a professional English-speaking skipper, water, soft drinks, Prosecco and Limoncello tasting, dry snacks, and a stop for swimming. Snorkeling equipment, towels and a destination fee (docking and mooring) are not included.

How long is the full day, and when does pickup happen?

The tour runs eleven hours from pickup to drop-off. You can choose either a 7:00 a.m. or 8:45 a.m. pickup at StarHotels Terminus in central Naples, followed by a 1.5-hour shuttle to the port in the Sorrento area.

Is this tour suitable for cruise passengers?

No—the operator notes this tour is not suitable for cruise ship passengers because the eleven-hour duration and travel time to and from the port don't fit a typical port call schedule.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The tour requires good weather to operate. If it's canceled due to poor conditions, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.