Private Boat Tour to Capri from Positano: Faraglioni & Grottoes

Sail around Capri on your own schedule, with stops where you want them

A private boat tour departing from Positano that circles the island of Capri, visiting the Faraglioni rock formations, the Green Grotto, and other natural sites along the Amalfi Coast. You choose how long to stay at each stop—whether that means swimming in clear water, exploring grottoes, or spending time on the island itself. The tour runs 7 to 8 hours with an English-speaking skipper, towel, snacks and drinks included; fuel and optional grotto entry fees are separate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private boat tour from Positano to Capri

• Set sail from Positano
• Pass Fornillo beach
• Stop at Tordigliano beach
• Pass Crapolla fjord
• Pass Punta Campanella
• Visit Blue Grotto (weather permitting)
• Pass Punta Carena Lighthouse
• Visit Green Grotto
• Stop at Marina Piccola for swim and lunch
• Explore Capri island on your own
• See the Faraglioni rock formations
• Admire Li Galli islands from the sea
• Return to Positano with limoncello

The Experience

The boat leaves from Positano's main beach and heads south along the coast, passing Fornillo beach and the wild expanse of Tordigliano before reaching the dramatic Crapolla fjord and Punta Campanella lighthouse. The route is yours to shape—tell the skipper where you want to linger and where to move on. Most tours include a pass by the Blue Grotto (weather and sea conditions permitting; entry is optional and costs extra), then the Green Grotto with its emerald-lit waters, and a stop at Marina Piccola, a protected bay on Capri's southern side where restaurants and beach clubs line the shore.

The Faraglioni—three iconic limestone stacks rising from the sea—anchor the island's image and offer the kind of view that justifies the trip alone. You'll also sail past the Li Galli islands, three small rocky islets off the coast steeped in legend. Between the named stops, the skipper can drop anchor in clear water so you can swim, or you can explore Capri on foot during your free time, wandering the pastel-colored houses, flowery alleys and hidden corners of the town itself.

A bilingual English/Italian skipper handles the boat and the route. The tour includes a beach towel, savoury snacks, water, soft drinks, beer, Prosecco and limoncello. The boat itself varies depending on which option you choose at checkout—sizes range from an 18-foot open boat to a 52-foot vessel with stabilizers—so you can pick the vessel that fits your group and comfort level. Return to Positano by sea as the afternoon light softens, with a final glass of limoncello and views of the coast behind you.

What’s included

• Beach towel.
• savoury snacks, water, soft drinks, beer, Prosecco and limoncello.
• bilingual English/Italian skipper for the full 7 to 8 hours.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Positano Boat Tour

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see Capri's famous Faraglioni and grottoes without being locked into a fixed schedule—you control where the boat stops and how long you stay, so a morning person can start early and a late riser can take their time, and a swimmer can linger in the water while others explore the island on foot.

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Top questions

What's the difference between the Blue Grotto and the Green Grotto on this tour?

The Blue Grotto is famous for its intense blue reflections inside the cave, created by light entering underwater; the Green Grotto glows with emerald-green water. Both are natural cavities you enter from the sea. The Blue Grotto visit depends on weather and sea conditions for safe access, and entry costs extra if you choose to go inside.

Can I swim during the tour, or is it all sightseeing from the boat?

You can swim whenever you want. The skipper will drop anchor in clear water at stops you choose, and you have free time to jump in. You also get a beach towel included, so you're set to take a dip between the named stops.

How much time do I spend on the island of Capri itself?

The itinerary includes free time to explore Capri on your own after you arrive. How long you stay depends on what you want to do—you can walk the town, visit shops and restaurants, or simply sit by the water. The skipper will tell you when it's time to return to the boat for the journey back to Positano.

What's included in the tour price, and what costs extra?

The tour includes the skipper, a beach towel, snacks, water, soft drinks, beer, Prosecco and limoncello. The Blue Grotto entrance ticket (€18 per person) and the Capri marina landing fee (€100) are optional and charged separately if you choose them.

Do I need to pick a specific boat size when I book?

Yes. At checkout you'll choose from several boat options, ranging from an 18-foot open boat to larger vessels with stabilizers up to 52 feet. Pick based on your group size and how much comfort and amenities matter to you—smaller boats are nimbler, larger ones offer more space and stability.

Is there a guide who explains the sights, or just a skipper?

You have a bilingual English/Italian skipper who operates the boat and can answer questions about the sights. The skipper is not a tour guide giving a running commentary, so the experience is more relaxed and self-directed—you set the pace and ask what interests you.