Capri & Amalfi Coast Boat Tour with Snorkeling, Drinks & Free Time

Summary

Small group Capri cruise with swimming caves fruit drinks & island time

You’ll join a small group for a relaxed Capri boat tour with stops to swim or snorkel in clear coves near Faraglioni rocks and sea grottos. Enjoy fresh fruit, drinks like prosecco or limoncello on board, plus around three hours free to explore Capri’s streets or grab lunch at your own pace before cruising back along the coast.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I remember is Salvatore grinning at us as we stepped onto the boat in Positano — he had that sun-creased face you only get from years out here. He handed me a cold bottle of water and said something about “il mare oggi è perfetto,” which I think means the sea was behaving. The wooden deck felt warm under my feet, and honestly, I was nervous about getting seasick but the gentle rocking was almost soothing. There were just nine of us plus Salvatore and his cousin Luca, who kept making jokes about tourists trying to pronounce “Faraglioni.” (I tried once and definitely failed.)

We hugged the Amalfi Coast for a while — Praiano looked like it was painted on the cliffs — then zipped past Li Galli islands where someone said sirens used to sing. The air smelled faintly salty, mixed with sunscreen and cut lemons from someone’s bag. When we finally reached Capri, the color of the water changed so suddenly it caught me off guard: this unreal blue-green I still can’t describe right. Salvatore slowed down by the Green Grotto and told us to jump in if we wanted. I hesitated but ended up snorkeling anyway; the water was cool but not cold, and there were tiny silver fish darting everywhere. One guy lost his mask for a second and everyone laughed — even Luca.

After circling those wild Faraglioni rocks (they really are massive up close), we drifted near the White Grotto for more photos and some prosecco. Someone passed around fresh melon slices — sticky sweet, perfect after swimming. We had maybe three hours on Capri itself; I wandered narrow lanes behind flashy shops and found a little bakery where an old woman handed me a lemon tart without saying much. I took it to a stone bench overlooking Marina Piccola and just sat there eating in silence for a bit, watching boats come and go below.

The ride back was quieter — sunburned faces, hair tangled from wind and saltwater, everyone sort of lost in their own thoughts or sharing photos over limoncello shots (which are way stronger than you’d think). It wasn’t what I expected at all; somehow both lively and peaceful at once. Even now when I hear seagulls at home, part of me drifts back to that day out on the boat.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Boat tour and Capri exploration

• Depart from Amalfi, Positano, or Sorrento
• Cruise along Amalfi Coast (Amalfi/Positano only)
• Admire Praiano village from the sea
• View Positano from the water
• Pass by Li Galli Islands
• Cruise along Sorrentine Peninsula or coastline
• Stop for swimming and snorkeling
• Cruise around Capri coastline
• See Faraglioni rock formations
• Admire Green Grotto
• View White Grotto
• Enjoy 3 hours free time on Capri

Top questions

How long is the Capri Island boat tour?

The tour lasts most of the day, including roughly 3 hours of free time on Capri itself.

Does the tour include snorkeling equipment?

Yes, snorkeling gear like masks and snorkels are provided onboard.

Where does the boat depart from?

You can choose departures from Amalfi, Positano or Sorrento when booking.

Are drinks included during the boat trip?

Yes, bottled water, soft drinks, beer, prosecco and limoncello are included.

Is lunch provided during this tour?

No lunch is included; you’ll have free time on Capri to eat where you like.

How many people are on each boat?

The group size is small — up to 12 guests per boat plus crew.

Is there shade or restroom onboard?

The traditional gozzo boats have shaded canopies and restrooms onboard.

Can you swim during this Capri boat tour?

Yes, there are stops for swimming and snorkeling in clear waters near caves and coves.

What’s included

Your day includes departure from your chosen port (Amalfi, Positano or Sorrento), all swimming stops with use of snorkeling gear and floating devices if you want them, shaded seating under canopy plus access to a restroom onboard. You’ll get bottled water, soft drinks, beer, Italian prosecco and limoncello served throughout the trip along with fresh fruit — then enjoy about three hours of free time on Capri before heading back by boat.