Amalfi Coast Private Yacht Tour: 7 hours, 50-ft boat, swim stops

Seven hours cruising hidden coves and sea caves only reachable by boat

A private yacht tour of the Amalfi Coast aboard a 50-foot luxury boat, departing from near Salerno and visiting Positano, Amalfi, Ravello and the villages in between. The tour includes a skipper, at least three swim stops, snorkeling masks and fins, Italian aperitifs with appetizers, pickup and drop-off along the coast, and a private bathroom and shower on board. The itinerary shifts with weather and sea conditions, decided by the captain on the day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Luxury yacht tour along Amalfi Coast

• Board 50-foot luxury yacht
• Cruise along Amalfi Coast beaches
• Swim in crystal-clear waters
• Visit Pandora's Cave by boat
• Swim inside Pandora's Cave
• Stop at Dead Horse Beach for aperitif
• Explore Marmorata waterfalls
• View Arco Naturale cliff and rock
• Visit Castiglione beach in Ravello
• Lunch at Conca de Marini beach restaurants
• Admire sea landscapes near Positano
• See village overlooking Positano and Li Galli Island
• Visit famous Amalfi village

The experience

Seven hours means you see the whole coast without rushing. The boat leaves from a base fifteen minutes' walk from Salerno train station, and pickup can be arranged at other points along the coast if you book early. Once aboard, the skipper navigates to spots most visitors never reach: Pandora's Cave, a massive sea cave where you can swim in deep blue water if conditions allow; Dead Horse Beach in Maiori, a cliff-backed bay where the crew serves an Italian aperitif; and the Marmorata waterfalls, where water from the Canneto river (used to make Amalfi's famous handmade paper), falls straight into the sea. You'll pass the natural arch rock near Amalfi and stop at Castiglione Beach, Ravello's only beach, and Praiano, a village perched above the water with views of Li Galli Island.

Snorkeling happens at three or more stops, with masks and fins provided. The boat carries a private bathroom, hot shower, changing cabins and a sunshade bimini, so you can rinse off salt water and change without leaving the yacht. Prosecco, beer, limoncello and water are on board, along with an aperitif of mixed appetizers and a brunch of local specialties. At Conca de Marini, you can stop for lunch at restaurants accessible only by boat, ordering and paying separately. The skipper, fuel, port charges and all taxes are included in the price: no hidden costs appear at the end of the day.

Weather and sea state decide the exact route each morning. Rough seas mean you can reschedule or get a full refund. Children ride free, and the boat suits all fitness levels. The crew speaks English, Spanish or Italian depending on your group.

What’s included

• Skipper and fuel.
• private bathroom with hot shower and changing cabins.
• snorkeling masks and fins.
• beach towels.
• Italian aperitif with mixed appetizers and brunch of local specialties.
• prosecco, beer, limoncello and water.
• pickup and drop-off along the coast.
• port charges, taxes and fees.

Options for this experience

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00 and 10:00

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GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish 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 6 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h 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 12 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by BoatVibe Amalfi

Is this one for you?Choose the 50-foot yacht if you want the balance of space and value. The fleet ranges from 45 to 72 feet, so larger groups or those wanting more deck space can upgrade, while smaller parties stay comfortable and cost-efficient on the standard boat. The itinerary is set by the captain each morning based on sea conditions, so you get the best route that day rather than a fixed plan that might not work.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish 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 24 h before the start.

How many swim stops does the yacht tour include?

At least three swim stops are built into the seven-hour itinerary, with snorkeling masks and fins provided on board.

What's included in the food and drinks on the yacht?

An Italian aperitif with mixed appetizers and a brunch of local specialties are served on board. Prosecco, beer, limoncello and water are available throughout the day. Lunch at Conca de Marini is optional and paid separately at the restaurant.

Is there a bathroom on the yacht?

Yes, the 50-foot yacht has a private bathroom with a hot shower and changing cabins on board.

What happens if the sea is too rough to sail?

If rough sea conditions make sailing unsafe, you can reschedule your tour for another date or receive a full refund.

Can I reach the tour if I'm arriving by train?

Salerno train station is fifteen minutes' walk from the yacht base, and pickup can be arranged at other coastal points if you book in advance.

Which villages and beaches does the tour visit?

The route includes Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, Praiano, Maiori and smaller spots like Dead Horse Beach, Castiglione Beach, Conca de Marini and Praiano village. Pandora's Cave and the natural arch rock near Amalfi are also on the itinerary, though the exact stops depend on weather and sea conditions decided by the captain on the day.