Snorkeling on the Amalfi Coast: Private boat from Positano

Seven hours on the water, stops whenever you want to swim

A private boat excursion along the Amalfi Coast with a live guide in English, Italian or Portuguese, departing from Positano, Praiano or Amalfi. The boat carries 27–33 feet and stops at beaches, bays and the Emerald Grotto for swimming and snorkeling. Snorkeling equipment, towels, water and snacks are included. The Emerald Grotto entrance fee (around €6 per person) is separate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private boat tour along Amalfi Coast

• Start from designated point
• Visit ancient fisher village fjord
• Explore Emerald Grotto (extra fee)
• Stop at Amalfi city for sightseeing
• Enjoy swimming and snorkeling stops

The experience

The boat leaves from your chosen starting point (Positano, Praiano or Amalfi), and the guide shapes the day around the water and the stops. You swim and snorkel at multiple spots along the coast, with the guide sharing the history and legends of the area as you move between them. The Emerald Grotto, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of the named stops. Entry there costs extra but the boat takes you to it. Snorkeling equipment is on board, along with towels, bottled water and snacks.

The boat itself is a luxury vessel between 27 and 33 feet, which means a small, manageable group and the kind of access a larger tour boat cannot offer. You can anchor in bays and coves without the crowd. Seven hours gives you time to linger at the spots that appeal to you instead of moving through on a fixed schedule. The guide is live and speaks English, Italian or Portuguese, so you get context about what you are looking at, not just a view.

Bring a swimsuit and sunscreen. Everything else for the water is there. The boat has a shower on board, and the crew provides towels. If you have sea sickness concerns, this operator notes the condition is not recommended for that, so check your tolerance before booking.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• towels.
• bottled water.
• snacks.
• shower on board.
• live guide in English, Italian or Portuguese.
• access to beaches, bays and the Emerald Grotto (grotto entry fee around €6 per person is separate).

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:30Last departure this season: 29 Oct

Book up to2d before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Italian and Portuguese

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.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyPets welcome

Operated by Blue Star Positano

Is this one for you?Pick your departure point based on where you're staying (Positano, Praiano or Amalfi), so the boat leaves from the most convenient spot. The private boat and seven-hour window mean you set the pace at each stop instead of moving through on a fixed schedule.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Italian and Portuguese.

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.

Can I choose which starting point works best for where I'm staying?

Yes. The boat departs from Positano, Praiano or Amalfi, and you pick which one at checkout. All three are on the Amalfi Coast within a short distance of each other, so choose based on where your hotel is or where you want to begin the day.

What is the Emerald Grotto and do I have to visit it?

The Emerald Grotto is a sea cave on the UNESCO-listed coastline, and it is one of the stops the boat makes. Entry costs around €6 per person extra, and you decide whether to go inside or stay on the boat while others do.

Is snorkeling equipment included, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkeling equipment is included on the boat. Towels, water and snacks are also provided, so you only need to bring a swimsuit, sunscreen and a change of clothes.

How many people will be on the boat with me?

The boat is private, which means it is yours for the day. The vessel is 27–33 feet, so the group stays small and you have the flexibility to linger at spots without a fixed schedule pushing you along.

What happens if the weather is rough or I get seasick?

The operator notes that this experience is not recommended for travelers with sea sickness issues. Check the forecast and your own tolerance before booking. If conditions are unsafe, contact the operator about rescheduling.

Does the price include lunch or a meal?

Lunch is not included. The boat provides water and snacks, but you'll need to arrange or bring your own meal if you want a full lunch during the seven hours on the water.