Amalfi Coast Private Boat Tour: Sorrento, Positano & Amalfi Swim Stops

Summary

Private boat journey along Amalfi Coast with swimming, lunch and time ashore

You’ll cruise along the Amalfi Coast on a private boat tour from Sorrento, Positano or Naples with an English-speaking skipper. Swim in hidden bays, enjoy lunch at a seaside trattoria, explore towns like Positano and Amalfi at your own pace, and relax with Prosecco as you return—salt in your hair and maybe a story or two to bring home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Amalfi Coast private boat tour

• Depart from Sorrento, Positano or Naples
• Cruise along Sorrento coast and admire ruins
• Visit Bay of Ieranto and Bay of Nerano
• Stop at Positano for sightseeing and leisure
• Visit Li Galli Islets archipelago
• Explore Amalfi town at leisure
• Swim and snorkel at beautiful spots
• Enjoy local lunch along the coast
• Relax on board with Prosecco
• Return to Sorrento port

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included for this Amalfi Coast private boat tour?

Yes, hotel pickup is included for hotels in Sorrento; for Positano or Naples departures, you meet your skipper at the port.

How many people can join this private boat tour?

The Gozzo boat fits up to 12 passengers for your group only.

Can we choose our departure point?

Yes, you can start your day trip from Sorrento, Positano or Naples—just let them know when booking.

Are food and drinks provided on board?

You’ll have snacks plus red/white wine, Prosecco sparkling wine, beer, soda/pop and bottled water included; lunch is at your own expense along the coast.

Is swimming possible during the tour?

Yes! There are plenty of chances to swim and snorkel in beautiful spots along the route.

Are infants or small children allowed?

Yes—infants can ride in a pram/stroller or sit on an adult’s lap; suitable for all fitness levels.

Which towns do we visit during this day trip?

You’ll cruise past Sorrento’s coastlines with stops possible in Positano and Amalfi; you can also see Li Galli islets.

Does the tour include an English-speaking guide?

Your skipper speaks English and shares stories about each area throughout the journey.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup if staying in Sorrento (or meeting at port if in Positano or Naples), all fuel costs, an English-speaking skipper who knows every cove by heart, beach towels ready for swim stops, snacks plus bottled water and soft drinks on board—and there’s always red/white wine or Prosecco sparkling wine chilling nearby before heading back as sunset hits.

What’s the experience like?

"You see that old tower?" our skipper Carlo asked, steering the Gozzo with one hand while pointing at a crumbling stone silhouette above Punta Campanella. "Pirates used to watch from there — but now it’s just seagulls and lovers." I laughed because honestly, the only thing dangerous about this Amalfi Coast private boat tour was how much I wanted to jump straight into that blue water every five minutes. We started early from Sorrento port (Carlo picked us up right at the hotel — my cousin was still half asleep), and the air had that lemony-marine smell you only get here. The engine hummed low as we passed little coves and those wild cliffs that look like they’re holding their breath.

I didn’t expect to care so much about the stories — but Carlo slipped them in between sips of espresso and jokes about his “singing” (he tried to imitate the Sirens near Li Galli, which… yeah). We stopped for a swim off Nerano where the water felt colder than I thought it would, almost electric on my skin. There was a moment when I just floated there, looking back at the Gozzo bobbing under that pale sun, thinking how different this was from seeing the coast by car or bus. Lunch was at some little place only reachable by boat — spaghetti alle vongole with wine that tasted like summer holidays. My hands still smelled faintly of garlic and sea salt after.

Positano looked unreal from the water — all those pastel houses stacked up like someone spilled a box of chalks down a hill. We had time to wander (I bought a lemon soap I’m still sniffing weeks later), then back on board for more Prosecco. By Amalfi, I’d lost track of time completely. There were families waving from balconies, kids shouting in Italian somewhere up above us. On the way back toward Sorrento, Carlo handed out towels and poured another round. The sun dipped behind Capri and everything got quiet except for the slap of waves against wood. I keep replaying that silence sometimes when things get noisy back home.