Amalfi Sunset Cruise: Emerald Grotto & Prosecco Toast

Two hours watching the Amalfi Coast turn gold, from the water

You board from your chosen coastal town, swim in a hidden cove near the Emerald Grotto, and watch sunset with a glass of prosecco while the Amalfi cliffs glow. The captain navigates the route and decides on sea conditions. You confirm details the day before and choose your boat type at checkout (cabin or open deck), so you know exactly what you're getting.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset cruise along Amalfi Coast

• Check-in and board the boat
• Cruise past Conca dei Marini village
• View the Emerald Grotto sea cave
• Pass the Fjord of Furore
• See the village of Praiano
• Pass by Positano village
• Stop for a swim in secluded coves
• Enjoy a prosecco toast at sunset

The experience

You're probably thinking the Amalfi Coast is already crowded enough without adding a boat full of tourists. That's fair. But a sunset cruise from Amalfi, Positano, Praiano or one of the smaller towns along the coast is different. You leave the clifftop crowds behind and watch the light change from the water, which is where the real show happens. The boat leaves from your choice of departure point, so you're not driving an hour to some central pier. You pick Positano if that's where you're staying, or Praiano, or Amalfi itself, and the captain handles the rest.

The route takes you past Conca dei Marini and the Emerald Grotto, that sea cave with the otherworldly green light that photographs don't quite capture because the color is too strange to be real. You stop for a swim in a secluded cove (the kind of place you'd never find on your own), and then there's prosecco on deck as the sun drops behind the cliffs and the whole coastline goes orange and pink. It's two hours, not a full-day commitment. You're back by dark, which means dinner is still possible and you haven't spent the afternoon on a boat.

The captain is local and knows the water. He's also the one who decides if conditions are safe enough to go out. If the sea is rough or the weather turns, he'll either reschedule you or refund the whole thing, which is the honest way to run a boat tour. You do need to call the representative the day before to confirm, and have your hotel name and two phone numbers ready when you book. It sounds like a hassle, but it's how they make sure nothing gets lost in translation and you're not standing at the dock wondering if the boat is actually coming.

What’s included

• Boat excursion with a local captain.
• prosecco Italian sparkling white wine.
• bottled water and other beverages.
• sunset cruise along the Amalfi Coast.
• swim stop in a secluded cove near the Emerald Grotto and Conca dei Marini.

Options for this experience

4 options

Up to 5 per booking · Guide in English or Italian6 departure times: the first at 17:00, the last at 19:30

Up to 6 per booking · Guide in English or Italian6 departure times: the first at 17:00, the last at 19:30

Up to 8 per booking · Guide in English or Italian6 departure times: the first at 17:00, the last at 19:30

Up to 12 per booking · Guide in English or Italian6 departure times: the first at 17:00, the last at 19:30

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 day6 departure times: the first at 17:00, the last at 19:30Last departure this season: 30 Nov

Book up to4h 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 6 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 the Amalfi sunset without the logistics: no driving to a central port, no full-day commitment, no guessing which cove to swim in. The flexible departure from your own town and the captain's local knowledge mean you spend the time watching the coast change color instead of organizing the details.

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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.

Can I choose which town to depart from?

Yes. You can depart from Positano, Praiano, Conca dei Marini, Amalfi, Cetara, Maiori or Minori. Choose at booking based on where you're staying.

How long is the cruise?

Two hours. You leave at sunset and return by dark, leaving time for dinner afterward.

What if the weather is bad?

The captain monitors conditions and decides if it's safe to go. If he deems it unsafe, the tour is refundable or can be rescheduled. If he says it's safe, the booking is firm.

Is the Emerald Grotto included?

Yes. The route passes by Conca dei Marini and the Emerald Grotto, and you stop for a swim in a secluded cove along the way.

What's included in the price?

Boat excursion with a local captain, prosecco, bottled water, and other beverages. Specific inclusions depend on your boat category.

Do I need to contact anyone before the tour?

Yes. You must call or text the representative listed on your voucher the day before to confirm final details. Provide your hotel name and two contact numbers at booking.

Are there different boat options?

Yes. At checkout you can choose between different boat categories: size, open deck or cabin. Read the descriptions so you book the right one for you.

Can children go on the cruise?

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