Capri Boat Tour from Sorrento: Swim, Caves & Lunch

White limestone cliffs, emerald water, and a morning of Capri on your own

A full-day boat tour from Sorrento that departs early to skip the crowds, with stops at Capri's sea caves, the Faraglioni rocks, and a 30-minute swim in Marina Piccola. You get four hours free on the island to explore on your own, lunch with wine and prosecco on board, and snorkeling gear if you want it. A live guide speaks English, Spanish or Italian, and pickup from your Sorrento hotel is included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Baths of Queen Giovannapass by
2. White Grottopass by
3. Faraglionipass by
4. Green Grottopass by
5. Blue Grottopass by
6. Villa Jovispass by
7. Marina Piccola30m

Capri boat tour and island exploration

• Start tour from Sorrento
• Sail along Sorrento coastline
• See Baths of Queen Giovanna from sea
• Admire White Grotto
• View Villa Malaparte
• See Faraglioni rock formations
• Visit Green Grotto
• View Punta Carena Lighthouse
• Enjoy 4-hour free time on Capri island
• Stop for 30-minute swim at Marina Piccola
• Have typical Italian lunch on board

The experience

The boat leaves Marina Grande in Sorrento before the day crowds arrive, sailing along the Sorrentine Peninsula to reach Capri's most photographed landmarks. You'll see the White Grotto from the water (white limestone walls and stalactites framing a surreal contrast of light and blue sea), then pass the Faraglioni, the three iconic rock formations that define the island's silhouette. The Green Grotto, less crowded than its famous blue cousin, shows off green reflections cast by sunlight filtering through algae on the cave walls. The water inside is clear enough to swim in if conditions allow.

Once you reach Capri town, you step off the boat for four hours to explore however you want. Some travelers head straight to the Blue Grotto (expect a line and a small boat transfer to enter), others ride the chairlift up Mount Solaro or wander the Piazzetta in Capri Town. Villa Jovis, Emperor Tiberius's 1st-century Roman villa, sits on the eastern cliffs. The Gardens of Augustus offer panoramic views of the Faraglioni. You set your own pace and meet the boat when you're ready.

Before heading back to Sorrento, the boat stops for a 30-minute swim in Marina Piccola, one of the island's most beautiful bays. Snorkeling masks, noodles and life jackets are on hand if you need them. Lunch on board features organic, plant-based ingredients: vegetarian and vegan meals are standard, and gluten-free guests get a GF tomato-mozzarella sandwich and muffin if you note it when booking. Wine, prosecco, beer and limoncello come with the meal, along with water and soft drinks throughout the day.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup from Sorrento.
• boat tour of Capri's coastline with views of the White Grotto, Green Grotto, Faraglioni rocks and Carena Lighthouse.
• four hours free time on Capri to explore independently.
• 30-minute swim stop in Marina Piccola with snorkeling masks, snorkels and foam noodles.
• lunch on board with organic, plant-based ingredients, wine, prosecco, beer and limoncello.
• water and soft drinks throughout the day.
• a live guide in English, Spanish or Italian.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:45Last departure this season: 31 Oct

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (10 and older) · Child (3 to 9 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Italian

Audio guideSpanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 14 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on site€ 10

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Good to know

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

Operated by SalBoat

Is this one for you?Small groups keep the boat intimate and the pace relaxed, so you're not herded through stops or rushed during your island time. The early departure means you beat the midday crowds at Capri's main attractions, and the four-hour free time lets you choose whether to chase the famous sights or find quieter corners of the island.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 9 years); Infant (under 3): 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 early does the boat leave Sorrento, and when do we get back?

The tour departs in the early morning from Marina Grande in Sorrento to avoid crowds. The full day runs about 7.5 hours, so you'll return to Sorrento in the afternoon.

What exactly is the Green Grotto, and is it different from the Blue Grotto?

The Green Grotto is a sea cave on Capri where sunlight filters through the water and reflects off green algae on the walls, creating emerald-colored reflections. It's smaller and less famous than the Blue Grotto, so it's quieter. You can swim inside if sea conditions permit. The Blue Grotto, which you'll have time to visit during your four-hour island stop, is the more iconic cave with vibrant blue waters, though entry involves a wait and a separate small-boat transfer.

Do I have to stay with the group during the island time, or can I explore on my own?

You have four hours free on Capri to explore independently. You can visit the Blue Grotto, ride the chairlift to Mount Solaro, walk through Capri Town, or visit Villa Jovis. Just return to the boat when the guide tells you.

What's included in the lunch, and can you handle dietary needs?

Lunch on board features organic, plant-based ingredients as the standard menu. Vegetarian and vegan meals are built in. Gluten-free guests receive a GF tomato-mozzarella sandwich and a GF muffin if you specify when booking. Wine, prosecco, beer and limoncello come with the meal, plus water and soft drinks all day.

Is snorkeling equipment provided, and what if I'm not a strong swimmer?

Snorkeling masks, snorkels, foam noodles and life jackets are all provided. Life jackets are available on request for anyone who wants extra support in the water during the 30-minute swim stop in Marina Piccola.