Amalfi Coast Boat Tour from Salerno: Aperitif & Swimming Stops

What does a day under sail on the Amalfi Coast actually feel like?

You’ll glide along the Amalfi Coast by boat with local crew, stopping to swim in clear coves and snack on regional bites right on deck. Taste limoncello as you dry in the sun, explore Amalfi or relax onboard, then sail home with only wind for company: leaving you lighter than when you started.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour along Amalfi Coast

• Welcome drink on deck
• Swim and taste local products
• Swim near Castiglione and Marmorata
• Stop at Amalfi village and harbor
• Return sail with wind and learn sailing

The experience

We stepped onto the deck in Salerno and I could already smell the sea: that mix of salt and something faintly herbal from the hills. The boat felt smaller than I’d pictured (in a good way), just enough space for us to sprawl out but not so big you’d get lost. Our guide, Antonio, handed out glasses of prosecco before we even left the harbor. He grinned and said something about “switching off”, which honestly sounded impossible at first. But once we pushed off and Cetara’s pastel houses started shrinking behind us, I realized he was right. There’s a different kind of quiet out here.

The Amalfi Coast boat tour is all about moving slow. We drifted past Vietri, Erchie, Capo d’Orso. Sometimes Antonio would point out a cave or tell a story about fishermen. Sometimes he just let us listen to the slap of water on the hull. We stopped near Maiori for our first swim. The water was colder than I expected (I actually yelped when I jumped in), but after a minute it felt like silk. Someone passed me a slice of mozzarella on bread while I was still drying off: salty hands, soft cheese, sun on my face. Not fancy, just good.

We got close to Amalfi itself later on. You can go ashore if you want (some people did), but I stayed on deck watching the village shift as clouds moved over it. There was this waterfall near Marmorata that surprised everyone. You could hear it before you saw it, rushing straight into the sea. On the way back to Salerno, Antonio turned off the engine and let us try steering under sail for a bit. It got quiet except for wind and some nervous laughter (I didn’t crash us). That silence is what stuck with me most. Just wind and water and feeling small in a really good way.

What’s included

Your day includes welcome drinks as soon as you board in Salerno, plenty of chances to swim along hidden stretches of coast between Vietri and Amalfi, an easygoing light lunch with dessert plus limoncello served right on deck before sailing back under wind power if conditions allow.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:30Last departure this season: 30 Nov

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 to 85 years) · Youth (11 to 17 years) · Child (under 11)

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 44 pickup points.Operator's directions: “Entrance to the Maritime Station”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Mareggiando

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 17 years); Child (under 11).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

Does this Amalfi Coast boat tour include food?

Yes, there’s an aperitif when you board, plus a light lunch with dessert and limoncello served onboard.

Are there swimming stops during the day trip?

Yes, several stops are made for swimming in different spots along the coast between Salerno and Amalfi.

Can I visit Amalfi town during this tour?

You can choose to go ashore at Amalfi or stay on the boat to swim or relax.

Is pickup included for this boat tour?

Pickup options are available nearby via public transportation. Check details when booking.

Who leads the tour? Is there a guide?

The local crew includes a Guest Relation Manager who shares stories and sailing tips throughout the trip.

How long does it take from Salerno to Amalfi by boat?

The route includes several stops along the way. Exact timing varies but covers Vietri to Amalfi in one day.