Capri boat tour from Positano: caves, swim & time ashore

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Duration9h–10h

GroupUp to 12

LanguagesEN · IT +1

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Boat tour around Capri's sea stacks and grottoes, then time to wander the island

A full-day boat tour from Positano to Capri with a maximum of 12 passengers, departing at 9:30 AM and returning by late afternoon. The morning is spent cruising the island's coastline—passing Marina Grande, the Baths of Queen Giovanna, and the dramatic Faraglioni rock formations—with swimming stops at the White Grotto and Green Grotto. After a boat tour of Capri's sea caves and landmarks, you disembark at Marina Grande for 3 to 4 hours to explore the Piazzetta, shops, and gardens on foot. Round-trip minivan transfers from Positano to the port at Piano di Sorrento, a light lunch with Caprese sandwich, and drinks including wine and limoncello are included; the tour operates in English, Spanish or Italian depending on your option.

9h–10h

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour and Capri exploration

Meet at 9:30 AM in Positano
Travel to Piano di Sorrento port
Boat departs along Sorrento coastline
Pass Marina Grande fishermen’s village
Pass Baths of Queen Giovanna
Pass Cala di Mitigliano cove
Boat tour around Capri island
Visit White Grotto cave
Visit Green Grotto cave
Pass Villa Malaparte cliffside
Sail through Faraglioni sea stacks
Admire Punta Carena Lighthouse
Pass Natural Arch rock formation
Disembark at Marina Grande, Capri
Explore Capri for 3-4 hours
Enjoy included light lunch and drinks
Cruise back to Sorrento port
Return to Positano by minivan

The Experience

The day starts at 9:30 AM at Parking Garage Mandara in Positano, where a minivan picks you up and drives to Piano di Sorrento. Once aboard the boat, the captain—an expert skipper who speaks English, Spanish or Italian—steers along the Sorrento coastline past Marina Grande, a working fishing village with colorful boats and seaside homes. You'll pass the Baths of Queen Giovanna, where Roman ruins sit above a natural pool, and Cala di Mitigliano, a cove with a freshwater waterfall dropping from the cliffs.

The boat circles Capri itself, stopping to swim in the White Grotto with its white stalactites and the Green Grotto where the water glows emerald. You'll see Villa Malaparte perched on a cliff edge, sail through the Faraglioni—the legendary sea stacks that are Capri's symbol—and pass the Punta Carena Lighthouse on the island's western tip. The Natural Arch, a rock formation that looks carved by hand, comes into view before the boat reaches Marina Grande. Throughout the cruise, a light lunch arrives: a traditional Caprese sandwich with fresh mozzarella and tomato, snacks, and drinks—Prosecco, beer, wine, and a final limoncello toast.

Once ashore at Marina Grande, you have 3 to 4 hours to explore Capri on your own. Most travelers head to the Piazzetta, the heart of the island's social life, to browse boutiques and artisan shops, sip limoncello or gelato at a café, or hike up to Augustus Gardens for views across the water. The Blue Grotto is not included in the boat tour due to long waiting times, but you can visit it yourself during your free time on the island if you choose. In the late afternoon, the boat departs for the return cruise to Sorrento, and your driver meets you at the port to drive back to Positano.

What’s included

Round-trip minivan transfers from Positano to Piano di Sorrento port.
professional English, Spanish or Italian-speaking skipper.
light lunch with Caprese sandwich, fresh mozzarella and tomato.
snacks during the cruise.
water, soda, Prosecco, beer, white and red wine, plus a limoncello toast.
swimming stops at the White Grotto and Green Grotto.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by You Know!

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want the boat experience and the freedom to explore Capri on your own—the small group size and the long stop ashore mean you get both the guided coastal views and the time to wander the Piazzetta and shops without being rushed. The fixed schedule and included transfers from Positano mean the whole day is arranged; you just show up at the garage at 9:30 AM.