Capri Boat Tour from Sorrento: Grottoes, Faraglioni & 4 Hours Free

Boat to Capri from Sorrento: Grottoes and Four Hours to Wander

You board in Sorrento, cruise past White and Green Grottoes and the Faraglioni rocks with swimming stops and drinks along the way, then land at Marina Piccola for four independent hours to explore Capri's town, gardens, or chairlift views before returning to your hotel. Pickup, guide, snacks and limoncello tasting are all included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each6 stops

1. Marina Grandepassing by
2. Green Grottopassing by
3. Marina PiccolaEntry included4h
4. Faraglionipassing by
5. Natural Archpassing by
6. White Grottopassing by

Capri boat tour and island exploration

• Depart from Sorrento marina
• Cruise along Amalfi Coast
• Pass Punta Carena lighthouse
• Visit Green Grotto if accessible
• See Faraglioni rock formations
• View Natural Arch on east coast
• Visit White Grotto on east coast
• Arrive at Marina Piccola, Capri
• Enjoy 4 hours free time on Capri
• Return to Sorrento by boat

The experience

You're standing on the Sorrento waterfront wondering if you should just pick a boat at random, or if there's one worth the money. This one leaves from Marina Grande and circles the whole island before dropping you at Marina Piccola with four hours to do whatever you want: no rushing, no set itinerary for that part. The boat itself is locally run, which means the skipper and guide actually know the coast instead of reading from a script. You get the White Grotto and Green Grotto depending on the weather and sea conditions, you pass the Faraglioni rocks (the three stacks everyone photographs), the Natural Arch on the eastern side, and Punta Carena lighthouse on the southwest point. Swimming stops are built in, so you're not just looking at the water.

The day starts with pickup from your accommodation in Sorrento, then you're on the water heading south. The boat carries prosecco, snacks, one drink and unlimited water, not fancy, but it's there. Once you reach Marina Piccola, you step off with a map and four hours that are entirely yours. Some people head straight up to the Piazzetta in the town center, others take the chairlift from Anacapri to the highest point on the island, a few visit Villa San Michele if they want the history and the views. You're not herded through a museum or locked into a schedule. When the four hours are done, the boat takes you back to Sorrento, and you've had the grottoes, the rocks, the swim, and the freedom to see what actually interests you about Capri instead of what a tour operator thinks should.

Lifejackets are provided and the guide is on hand the whole time. If you're under 18, you won't be served the prosecco or limoncello, but the snacks and water are for everyone. The tour duration includes travel time, so you're looking at a full day on the water and on the island combined. Gasoline and passenger insurance are included, so there are no surprises at the end.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Sorrento, the full boat tour around Capri with visits to the White Grotto, Green Grotto, Faraglioni rocks, Natural Arch, and Punta Carena lighthouse, swimming stops, prosecco, snacks, one drink and water onboard, limoncello tasting, four hours of free time to explore Marina Piccola and the island at your own pace, lifejackets, a skipper and tour guide, and passenger insurance with gasoline covered.

Options for this experience

4 options

Guided boat experience around Capri, with island exploration and transferGuide in 4 languages · 09:30Includes pickup

Half day CapriGuide in 4 languages · Available from 1 Jun 2027Duration: 4 hours. See Capri from the sea on a 4-hour boat trip centered on swimming, relaxing and stunning views. Includes pickup

All day CapriGuide in 4 languages · Available from 15 Mar 2027Duration: 7 hours. Explore Capri on a 7-hour boat trip with a swimming stop and stunning views, plus 4 hours of free time on Capri Island. Includes pickup

Capri by NightGuide in 4 languages · Available from 1 Jun 2027Duration: 6 hours. Experience Capri by night: enjoy the Capri sunset by boat and spend 3 hours of free time on the island. Includes pickup

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Lasts 7h–8h, runs every day at 09:30, from € 99 per person, with a live guide in English, Spanish, French and Italian, in groups of up to 12 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:30Last departure this season: 15 Nov

AgesAdult (19 to 35 years) · Senior (36 and older) · Youth (10 to 18 years) · Child (2 to 9 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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.

Paid on site€ 29

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by MEDITOURS

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Capri's main sights by water without arranging your own boat or spending the whole day in a guided group: the four free hours let you choose whether you climb, wander, or sit with a coffee, while the boat handles the grottoes and the rocks.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 to 18 years); Child (2 to 9 years); Infant (under 2): free.

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.

How long is the total tour?

The full day includes travel time from Sorrento to Capri and back, plus four hours of free time on the island. Exact duration depends on your accommodation location and pickup time.

Can I swim during the tour?

Yes, there are designated swimming stops during the boat ride around the island where you can jump in the Mediterranean.

What's included in the drinks and snacks?

Prosecco, snacks, one drink per person, and unlimited water. Limoncello tasting is also included. Alcoholic beverages are not served to anyone under 18.

Do I have to stay with the group during the four hours in Capri?

No, the four hours are completely free. You explore at your own pace: the Piazzetta, Gardens of Augustus, Anacapri chairlift, Villa San Michele, or anywhere else you choose.

What if the weather is bad?

Access to the grottoes depends on sea conditions. If conditions don't allow entry, the guide will adapt the route, but the boat still circles the island and visits other landmarks.

Is pickup included?

Yes, pickup from and return to your Sorrento accommodation are included.

Are lifejackets provided?

Yes, lifejackets are provided and assistance is available throughout the tour.