Capri & Amalfi Coast: Private Boat Tour from Positano

Cruise past fishing villages and Capri’s caves with prosecco in hand

You’ll cruise from Positano along the Amalfi Coast with a local skipper, seeing Capri’s famous grottos and Faraglioni rocks up close. Swim in hidden bays, sip Prosecco on deck, and enjoy lunch overlooking Marina Piccola before drifting back toward Positano with salt in your hair and stories to tell.

What’s included

Your day includes departure from Positano with an English-speaking skipper guiding your private boat along Amalfi Coast highlights like White Grotto and Faraglioni rocks. You’ll have Prosecco, Limoncello, soft drinks and beer available onboard plus beach towels and snorkeling gear for swimming stops before returning by sunset.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Full day boat tour to Capri

• Meet captain in Positano
• Depart Positano sailing Amalfi Coast
• Visit White Grotto cave
• Visit Green Grotto cave
• Circumnavigate Capri island
• See Punta Carena lighthouse
• See Faraglioni Rocks
• Free time for swimming and lunch
• Visit Blue Grotto cave (optional)
• Relax at Marina Piccola beach
• Enjoy sunset sailing back

The Experience

“If you want to see the real color of Capri, you have to look at the water,” our captain Salvatore said as he steered us out of Positano’s little harbor. He had this way of talking—half storytelling, half teasing—that made me feel like we’d known him longer than five minutes. The boat was smaller than I expected (in a good way), and the air smelled faintly salty, mixed with something citrusy—maybe lemons from the coast? I still can’t decide if it was the sea breeze or just my nerves making my hair stand up as we pulled away from shore.

The Amalfi Coast looks different from the water. You notice things you’d never spot from land—tiny beaches tucked under cliffs, old fishermen waving as we passed by. Salvatore pointed out a village where his uncle apparently makes “the best limoncello,” which might be true because what he poured for us tasted like summer itself. We drifted past the White Grotto first; inside, light bounced off limestone so sharply that for a second I thought my sunglasses were fogged up. Then came the Green Grotto, which glowed underneath like someone had switched on an underwater lamp. It’s hard to describe that color—it’s not quite emerald, not quite turquoise. Just… Capri green?

We circled around to see the Faraglioni rocks (Salvatore called them by name—Stella, Mezzo, Scopolo) and I almost dropped my phone trying to get a photo when a seagull swooped right over us. There was time to swim—cold at first but worth it for how quiet everything got once you ducked your head under. Lunch was wherever we wanted; we picked a place right above Marina Piccola where they served pasta that tasted better because my skin was still salty from swimming. If you want to visit the Blue Grotto (we did), there’s an extra fee and you squeeze into these tiny rowboats—it’s chaotic but kind of hilarious too.

I didn’t expect to laugh as much as I did or feel so sleepy on the ride back while sipping beer and watching the sun start to dip behind Positano’s cliffs. The towels were warm from sitting in the sun all day. Sometimes I still think about how blue everything looked out there—like it might’ve been exaggerated if I hadn’t seen it myself.

Top questions

How long does the private Capri boat tour take?

The full day tour typically lasts around 7-8 hours including sailing time between Positano and Capri plus stops for swimming and lunch.

Is swimming or snorkeling included during the tour?

Yes, there are several opportunities for swimming and snorkeling in beautiful bays around Capri; masks and noodles are provided onboard.

Can we visit the Blue Grotto during this boat tour?

Yes, visiting the Blue Grotto is possible upon request for an additional fee of €14 per person paid on site; access depends on sea conditions.

Are drinks included on board?

Your boat includes Prosecco, Limoncello, soft drinks, beer, and water for guests throughout the day.

Is lunch included in this private Capri tour?

Lunch is not included but there is free time to eat at restaurants along Capri’s coast or explore dining options on your own.

Are beach towels provided on this boat trip?

Yes, beach towels are provided for guests during the tour so you don’t need to bring your own.

Is this tour suitable for families with children?

The tour welcomes families; infants can ride in prams or sit on laps but some activities may not be suitable for those with health concerns.

Does this Capri boat tour include hotel pickup?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; guests meet at a designated point in Positano before departure.