Amalfi Coast & Capri Private Boat Tour with Swim Stops

Summary

Private boat day Salerno to Positano or Capri with local skipper

You’ll feel salt on your skin as you cruise past Amalfi villages by private boat, pausing for swims in hidden coves and sipping prosecco under open sky. With a local skipper guiding your day trip from Salerno or Maiori to Positano or Capri, every moment feels unhurried — whether you’re paddling near Li Galli or sharing lunch by the sea.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Boat tour along Amalfi Coast

• Board boat from Salerno or nearby
• Sail along Amalfi Coast
• Stop to swim at Marmorata waterfall
• Admire Furore Fjord from boat
• Stop to swim near seaside village
• Enjoy aperitif with prosecco and snacks
• Disembark and visit Amalfi town
• Optional lunch reservation in Amalfi
• Disembark and visit Positano town
• Optional lunch reservation in Positano

Top questions

Where does the Amalfi Coast private boat tour start?

The tour departs daily from Salerno, Vietri sul Mare, Maiori, Amalfi, or Positano.

Can I customize stops during the boat tour?

Yes, you can customize your route and stops along the coast or towards Capri.

Is swimming included during the private boat trip?

Yes, there are several stops for swimming at scenic spots like Marmorata and Li Galli islands.

Are drinks or snacks provided on board?

A welcome aperitif with Italian prosecco, snacks, and water is included during your cruise.

Is lunch included in this Amalfi Coast boat tour?

No, lunch is not included but your skipper can reserve a seaside restaurant upon request.

How long can we stay at each stop?

You can stay as long as you want at most locations; timing is flexible based on your preferences.

Are snorkeling equipment and towels provided?

Yes, use of snorkeling gear and beach towels is included for all guests on board.

Can infants join this private boat tour?

Infants are allowed but must sit on an adult’s lap during the journey.

What’s included

Your day includes flexible pickup from Salerno or nearby towns along the coast; all fuel; a friendly local skipper; use of snorkeling equipment; SUP board access for beach exploring; beach towels; music onboard; plus a welcome aperitif with Italian prosecco, snacks, and bottled water before heading back ashore whenever you’re ready.

What’s the experience like?

I opened my eyes to the sound of water slapping gently against the hull — not loud, just that soft thud you get when the sea’s calm but not sleeping. We’d left Salerno maybe an hour ago (I lost track after the first glass of prosecco), and our skipper, Antonio, was already pointing out pastel villages clinging to cliffs. I remember passing Vietri sul Mare — those bright ceramics everywhere — and then Cetara, where you could actually smell anchovies in the air if the wind shifted right. The sun was warm but not mean, and there was this salty tang that stuck to my lips every time I smiled.

Antonio didn’t rush us. At one point he slowed near Marmorata so we could jump in for a swim — water cold enough to make me gasp but clear enough to see my toes wiggling under blue-green ripples. My friend tried stand-up paddling for about five minutes before giving up and flopping back onto the deck towels (she says she’s never been graceful on anything that floats). We drifted past Amalfi itself, bells ringing somewhere up the hill, and then Conca dei Marini where Antonio asked if we wanted him to book lunch by the water. Honestly, I almost said yes just for an excuse to sit longer with wet hair and eat something with lemon in it.

If you choose the Capri option for this private boat tour, there’s a stop at Li Galli islands — Antonio told us some story about Ulysses and mermaids that I half-remember now (something about singing?). We swam again there; even though I’m usually shy about deep water, it felt weirdly safe with him keeping watch from above. Later on Capri itself it was busy but in a good way: people laughing in every language, sunlight bouncing off white boats like someone had spilled glitter everywhere. We could’ve stayed longer but honestly, sometimes you just want more sea than shore.

I still think about that last dip near Furore Fjord — cliffs so close they made everything echo. There was music playing quietly from somewhere behind us (Antonio’s playlist? Italian pop maybe) and for a second nobody spoke at all. It’s funny how quiet can feel full when you’re bobbing on a boat with people you like. If you’re thinking about booking this Amalfi Coast private boat tour, just know: it’s less about ticking off sights and more about letting the coast slow you down.