Capri boat tour from Massa Lubrense: Swim at Faraglioni

Swim at the Faraglioni, then circle Capri's sea caves by boat

A 3-hour boat tour departing from Massa Lubrense with hotel pickup, traveling along the Sorrento coastline to Capri, where you stop to swim and snorkel at the Faraglioni rock formations, pass the Green Grotto and White Grotto (both boat-only), and optionally enter the Blue Grotto for a separate fee. The tour includes snorkeling masks, an aperitif, drinks and return transport to your hotel.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Blue Grotto30m
2. Marina Piccola30m
3. Green Grotto15m
4. Marina Grande10m
5. White Grotto10m
6. Faraglioni15m

Capri Island Boat Tour Highlights

• Pick up from hotel to Massa Lubrense port
• Depart to Capri along Sorrento coastline
• Stop near Faraglioni for swimming and photos
• Enjoy aperitif on board
• Optional Blue Grotto visit with separate fee
• Swim and snorkel at Marina Piccola
• Visit Green Grotto by boat
• Pass Punta Carena Lighthouse
• Visit Marina Grande for city views
• Visit White Grotto by boat
• Return from Capri to Massa Lubrense port
• Transfer from port back to hotel

The experience

The boat leaves Massa Lubrense port in the morning and follows the Sorrento coastline toward Capri. Your guide speaks English, Spanish or Italian and points out the landmarks as you approach the island. The first real stop is the Faraglioni (three limestone stacks that rise from the water and are the symbol of Capri), where you'll have time to swim, snorkel in the clear water and take photos from the boat with an aperitif on board.

After the Faraglioni, the tour circles the island to show you the Green Grotto and White Grotto, both reachable only by boat. The Green Grotto is known for its turquoise water. The White Grotto has colorful rocks and a natural rock formation locals call the Virgin Marine. You'll also pass Marina Grande, where yachts and private boats anchor, and the Punta Carena Lighthouse, one of Italy's largest. If you want to enter the Blue Grotto (the most famous cave on the island), that's an optional stop with a separate payment of 14 euros per adult. The boat waits while you climb down into a smaller rowboat for the final approach.

The return journey follows the same route back to Massa Lubrense, where the driver picks you up and takes you to your hotel. Snorkeling masks are provided, and the boat carries bottled water, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages throughout the morning.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and return transport.
• snorkeling masks.
• aperitif and drinks (soft drinks and alcoholic beverages) on board.
• all fees and taxes except the optional Blue Grotto entry.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 11:00

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GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “Marina Piccola dock in Capri, close to the restaurant "Bagni Le Sirene"”

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 8 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for back problems

Operated by Lubrense Boats

Is this one for you?The 3-hour duration fits a morning or afternoon slot without consuming your whole day, leaving time to explore Capri town or rest at your hotel before dinner. If you want to enter the Blue Grotto, budget extra time for the queue and the separate rowboat transfer.

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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.

Can I swim during the Capri boat tour from Massa Lubrense?

Yes. The main swimming stop is at the Faraglioni, where you'll have time in the water with snorkeling masks provided. Marina Piccola is also listed as a snorkeling spot on the itinerary.

What is the Blue Grotto and do I have to pay extra to see it?

The Blue Grotto is Capri's most famous sea cave, reachable only by boat and then by a small rowboat for the final entry. It's an optional stop on the tour, and if you choose to enter, you pay 14 euros per adult in addition to the tour price.

How long is the boat tour and what time does it start?

The tour runs 3 hours total. Hotel pickup happens before departure from Massa Lubrense port. The exact start time depends on your hotel location and the operator's schedule.

What's included in the tour price?

The tour includes hotel pickup and return, snorkeling masks, an aperitif at the Faraglioni, bottled water, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages. The Blue Grotto entry fee is separate.

Is there a restaurant stop on the tour?

The itinerary mentions an optional stop at a restaurant, though the main focus is the swimming and cave viewing. Confirm with the operator whether a restaurant visit is part of your departure.