Positano to Capri Private Cruise & Faraglioni Swim

A Private Boat from Positano to Capri: Swim at the Faraglioni, Skip the Crowds

You board a private boat at Positano's main pier and spend the full day cruising to Capri with a local captain. You swim at the Li Galli islands and inside the Green Grotto, sail through the Faraglioni rock formations, and choose whether to visit the Blue Grotto or spend time on Capri itself. The boat includes snorkel gear, towels, water, beer and Prosecco. You customize the stops and timing based on what interests you most, and the captain adjusts the route if sea conditions change.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private cruise from Positano to Capri

• Meet boat and captain at Positano pier
• Cruise past Li Galli islands
• Stop to swim near Li Galli
• Pass Blue Grotto (optional visit)
• Stop to swim at Green Grotto
• View striking grotto from boat
• See Marina Piccola harbor
• Cruise through Faraglioni rock formations
• Spot red villa on Capri promontory
• Pass pink and white lighthouse

The experience

You're wondering if you can actually see Capri without spending the day on a packed tour boat with fifty other people. The answer is yes, and it starts at Positano's cement pier next to Spiaggia Grande, where your private captain meets you in the morning. From there, the boat heads out along the Amalfi Coast toward the Li Galli islands: a nature reserve just offshore where you can stop and swim if the water calls to you. It's the kind of thing that sounds simple until you're actually in it: the boat idles, the captain hands you a snorkel mask, and you're floating above rocks in water so clear it barely looks real.

The route to Capri takes you past the Faraglioni, those three enormous rock formations that stick up out of the water like they're daring you to sail through them. You do. Cruising through the hole in the center one is the kind of moment that justifies the whole day. Along the way, the captain can take you into the Green Grotto if you want: deep green water, low ceiling, the kind of place that feels like a secret even though it's on every postcard. The Blue Grotto is optional too (there's a separate entrance fee), but Marina Piccola, with its harbor full of restaurants and beach clubs, is worth a pass-by just to see how the other half lives. The boat carries snorkel masks, bottled water, towels, and a bottle of Prosecco or local beer, so you're not scrambling to bring everything yourself.

What makes this different from a standard Capri cruise is the "private" part. You're not locked into a fixed schedule or a set number of stops. The captain works with you. If you want to spend an hour swimming at one spot instead of moving on, you can. If the sea conditions shift, the captain decides the route in real time, which is the only honest way to run a boat tour. The day is yours to shape, which means you might end up spending more time on the water than you expected, or less, depending on what you actually want to see. Just know that you need to call the representative the day before to confirm final details, and bring your hotel name and two contact numbers when you book.

What’s included

• Your day includes a local captain, snorkel masks, towels, bottled water, soda, local beer and a bottle of Prosecco, plus fuel and taxes. You meet at Positano's cement pier next to Spiaggia Grande and can customize your stops and time spent at each location based on your interests. Swimming stops at the Li Galli islands and grottoes are included.
• the Blue Grotto entrance fee is optional and separate.

Options for this experience

4 options

Up to 5 per booking · Guide in English or Italian7 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 11:00

Up to 6 per booking · Guide in English or Italian7 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 11:00

Up to 8 per booking · Guide in English or Italian7 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 11:00

Up to 12 per booking · Guide in English or Italian7 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 11:00

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day7 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 11:00Last departure this season: 30 Nov

Book up to18h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Exclusive Cruises

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Capri and the Amalfi Coast without the fixed schedule and crowds of a group tour. The private captain means you control the pace and which stops matter most to you.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

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.

Is the Blue Grotto entrance fee included?

No. The Blue Grotto entrance fee is optional and not included in the tour price. You can choose to visit or skip it.

How many people fit on the boat?

The reference doesn't specify group size. Different boat categories are available at checkout. Check the descriptions when booking to see capacity options.

Can I swim during the tour?

Yes. You can stop and swim at the Li Galli islands, the Green Grotto, and other spots along the route. Snorkel masks and towels are provided.

What if the weather is bad?

The captain monitors sea conditions and decides if it's safe to go out. If deemed unsafe, the tour is refundable or can be rescheduled. If the captain says it's safe, the tour is non-refundable.

Is lunch included?

No. The tour includes water, beer, Prosecco and snorkel gear, but not meals. You can eat at restaurants in Marina Piccola or on Capri if you choose to spend time on the island.

Can I bring children?

Yes. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels.

Do I need to contact anyone before the tour?

Yes. You must call or text the representative the day before your excursion. Provide your hotel name and two contact numbers when you book.