Capri boat tour from Positano: Blue Grotto & grottoes

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Duration8h

GroupUp to 12

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Mobile ticketAccepted

Cruise Capri's sea caves and rocky coastline, then anchor for hours to swim and wander ashore.

A small-group boat tour departing from Positano or Praiano that circles Capri for eight hours, stopping at the White Grotto, Natural Arch, Faraglioni rocks and Marina Piccola for a long afternoon on land. Water, soft drinks and Prosecco are included; beach towels, safety gear and a shower are on board. The Blue Grotto entrance fee and lunch are separate, and the visit depends on sea conditions.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day trip to Capri from Positano or Praiano

Meet and check-in at Positano or Praiano
Boat journey to Capri with White Grotto stop
Pass by Natural Arch
Admire Villa Malaparte from the boat
Pass under Faraglioni rocks
View historic switchback footpath near Marina Piccola
Arrive at Marina Piccola for 4 hours free time
Return on board and visit Green Grotto if possible
Pass Punta Carena and its Lighthouse
Visit Blue Grotto by small rowing boat (optional)
Admire Marina Grande village from the boat
Stop for swim in a beautiful bay on return
Return to Positano or Praiano

The Experience

The boat leaves Positano's main beach at 9 am (or Praiano at 8:30 or 8:40 am, depending on which dock you choose). The route hugs the Amalfi Coast first, passing the White Grotto—a cavity of pale rock where the skipper may steer the bow inside if the sea is calm enough for photos. From there, you pass under the Natural Arch and then the Faraglioni, three rock formations that rise from the water and frame some of the most photographed views on the island. Villa Malaparte, a 1930s modernist house perched on a cliff, appears along the way; the skipper points it out as the boat glides past.

Around midday, the boat reaches Marina Piccola on Capri's southern coast. You have roughly four hours to do what you want: swim at the beach, climb to the Piazzetta in the town center, walk the Gardens of Augustus, browse the shops along narrow streets, or sit at a waterfront table. The skipper will suggest restaurants if you ask, though lunch is on your own. Before you leave the boat, the captain tells you exactly when and where to meet for the return journey.

On the way back, if conditions allow, the boat approaches the Green Grotto to see the water turn luminous. You'll pass the Punta Carena lighthouse at the island's southwestern tip and the colorful houses of Marina Grande. The tour includes a stop for a swim in a bay the skipper knows, with time to cool off before heading home. The Blue Grotto—the most famous cave—sits at the end of the route. The boat stops at its entrance, and you transfer to a small rowing boat run by the local cooperative, the only ones allowed inside. The visit is not guaranteed; sea conditions and crowds (often 20–30 minutes of waiting in high season) mean the group decides together whether to go in. The entrance ticket is not included and costs extra.

What’s included

Water, soft drinks and Prosecco throughout the day.
beach towels, shower facilities and safety gear for all ages.
stops for swimming and snorkeling in bays along the route.
all taxes, fuel and mooring fees.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditionsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Positano Boats

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see Capri's sea caves and coastline without renting a boat or navigating on your own—the skipper handles the route and timing, and you get a full afternoon to explore the island at your pace once you land.