Capri Boat Tour from Sorrento: Swim, Grottoes & Island Time

Boat, grottoes, swimming stops, 4 hours ashore, lunch and a drink on the way back

A full-day boat tour from Sorrento to Capri with an English-speaking skipper and up to 12 passengers, combining a guided cruise past the Faraglioni, White Grotto, Green Grotto and Baths of Queen Giovanna with swimming stops and a substantial block of free time on the island itself. The tour includes a light lunch, soft drinks and limoncello, plus one-way transfer from central Sorrento to the port. Weather can cancel the tour, and the Blue Grotto entrance fee (€19) is separate if you book that option.

Step-by-step itinerary

Capri boat tour and island exploration

• Meet driver at Parking Achille Lauro
• Transfer to Porto di Piano di Sorrento
• Board boat and cruise toward Capri
• Admire Marina Grande harbor
• Stop at Baths of Queen Giovanna
• Explore White Grotto and Marvelous Grotto
• Visit Green Grotto
• Cruise past Faraglioni sea stacks
• See Villa Malaparte from sea
• View Punta Carena lighthouse
• Disembark at Marina Grande for free time
• Explore Piazzetta di Capri and shops
• Enjoy lunch on the island
• Reboard boat for return cruise
• Enjoy farewell limoncello tasting
• Arrive back at Sorrento port

The Experience

You meet your skipper at 9:45 AM at Parking Achille Lauro in central Sorrento, then ride to Porto di Piano di Sorrento for boarding. The boat holds a maximum of 12 people, so the group stays small enough that the skipper can point out details as you cruise. The route follows Capri's coastline, passing Marina Grande—the island's working harbor with its colorful fishing houses—and stopping briefly at the Baths of Queen Giovanna, where Roman villa ruins sit above a hidden swimming cove.

The sea caves are the heart of the boat portion. You'll see the White Grotto's bright limestone walls and the sculptural formations inside, then the Green Grotto, where sunlight filters through the water and creates an underwater light show. The Faraglioni sea stacks—Capri's iconic symbol—come next, and you'll cruise past Villa Malaparte, the architectural masterpiece perched on a cliff at Punta Massullo. Swimming and snorkeling stops happen in the clearest water the island offers, so bring a swimsuit or rent a mask and snorkel on the boat (€15 and €9 respectively). The boat has a restroom and storage for your belongings.

After the coastal cruise, you disembark at Marina Grande with approximately 4 hours free on the island. This is time to ride the funicular up to Piazzetta di Capri, the main square, or explore the boutiques and restaurants on your own terms. Lunch is your choice—the tour includes a light Caprese sandwich with fresh mozzarella and basil, plus a homemade sweet treat, but you're welcome to eat elsewhere if you prefer. On the return boat to Sorrento, you'll have soft drinks, beer, wine, Prosecco, and a limoncello tasting to close the day. The boat arrives back at Sorrento's central port, within walking distance of restaurants and transport connections.

What’s included

• Light lunch with Caprese sandwich and homemade sweet treat.
• soft drinks, water, beer, wine, Prosecco and limoncello.
• professional English-speaking skipper.
• light snacks including fresh seasonal fruit and packaged items.
• one-way transfer from central Sorrento to the port.
• onboard restroom and storage for personal belongings.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?Book the Standard Option if you want the full day—grottoes, swimming, and 4 hours to explore Capri on foot. Choose the Half Day (4 hours) if you're short on time or prefer a morning or afternoon departure. The Afternoon & Sunset option works if you want to start later and watch the light change as you return to Sorrento.

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Top questions

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

The tour includes multiple swimming and snorkeling stops in the clear water around Capri's grottoes and coastline. Bring a swimsuit; snorkeling equipment can be rented on the boat for €15 (mask) and €9 (snorkel), or bring your own.

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

You have approximately 4 hours free on Capri after the boat tour ends at Marina Grande. That's enough time to visit Piazzetta di Capri, ride the funicular, explore shops, or sit down for a meal at one of the island's restaurants.

What's included in the lunch on this tour?

The tour includes a light Caprese sandwich with fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil and olive oil, plus a homemade sweet treat. Soft drinks, water, beer, wine, Prosecco and limoncello are also provided, and you'll have a selection of light snacks like fresh seasonal fruit and packaged chips.

What happens if the weather is bad on the day of my tour?

The tour is subject to favorable weather conditions. If poor weather forces a cancellation, you can choose an alternative date or receive a full refund.

Is the Blue Grotto included in this tour?

The Blue Grotto is not included in the Standard Option. It's available only if you book the "Blue Grotto" option, and the entrance ticket (€19 per person) must be paid separately at the site.

Do I need to arrange my own way back to my hotel after the tour ends?

The tour includes one-way transfer from central Sorrento to the port in the morning. Return transport from the port back to your hotel is available as an optional service, which you can add when booking or at check-in.