Private Capri boat tour from Sorrento: swim, caves, Faraglioni

A full day on the water: the Blue Grotto, hidden caves, and the Faraglioni on your own boat

A full-day private boat tour from Sorrento to Capri aboard a classic 8-meter Gozzo, with skipper, snorkeling equipment and refreshments included. You choose whether to spend the day swimming and exploring by sea or to land on the island and visit the Piazzetta, Gardens of Augustus and Monte Solaro. The boat departs from Sorrento, Positano, Praiano or Amalfi depending on your choice of option.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private full-day boat tour to Capri

• Travel from Sorrento to Capri by boat
• Visit the Blue Grotto by boat
• Explore Capri by sea or disembark to visit island
• Swim in beautiful spots around Capri
• See the Faraglioni rock formations
• Return to Sorrento by boat

The Experience

You board a newly built Gozzo Sorrentino — a traditional wooden boat, 8 meters long — in the morning from your chosen departure point on the Amalfi Coast. The skipper handles navigation while you settle in for the sail to Capri, passing the dramatic cliffs of the Sorrento Peninsula, Marina della Lobra, and Punta Campanella along the way. The boat carries water, Coca-Cola, Fanta, beer, Prosecco and snacks; WiFi is available on board, and a restroom is there when you need it.

Once you reach Capri, the day opens into choices. Most travelers spend it on the water: the skipper takes you to the Blue Grotto, where sunlight filtering through an underwater opening fills the cave with an electric blue glow you see best from the boat itself. Then you move along the coast to hidden coves where the water is clear enough to snorkel — snorkeling gear is provided — and you swim in spots most land-based visitors never reach. The tour circles the Faraglioni, the three iconic rock stacks that rise from the sea, and explores the smaller caves and inlets around the island's perimeter. If you'd rather step ashore, you can land on Capri (a separate 100€ fee applies) and spend hours walking the Piazzetta, the Gardens of Augustus, or taking the chairlift up Monte Solaro in Anacapri, with the boat waiting to collect you when you're ready to return.

The skipper is professional and speaks English or Italian, and the atmosphere on board is relaxed — soft music plays, your drinks stay cold, and the pace is yours to set. Groups stay small: it's just your party on the boat, no strangers, no crowds. If you're traveling with more than four people, each additional guest adds a 75€ supplement, paid on board. The full day runs seven to eight hours, and you return to your original departure point as the afternoon light shifts across the water.

What’s included

• Professional skipper speaking English or Italian.
• snorkeling equipment.
• water, soft drinks, beer and Prosecco.
• snacks.
• WiFi on board.
• restroom.
• use of the boat for the full seven to eight hours.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Jaco's boats

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're staying on the Amalfi Coast for a day and want to reach Capri without renting a car or catching a ferry with crowds — the private boat means you set the pace, choose whether to swim or explore the island on foot, and skip the queues at public docks. It works for families with small children, who can ride in a stroller on board, and for anyone who wants the flexibility to change plans mid-day without holding up a group schedule.

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Top questions

What's the Blue Grotto actually like when you see it from the boat?

The Blue Grotto is a sea cave on Capri where sunlight enters through an underwater opening and reflects off the water, creating a glowing electric blue inside the cave. You view it from the boat rather than swimming into it, so you see the full effect without the crowds that form on land.

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

You can swim at multiple stops during the day. Snorkeling equipment is provided on board, and the skipper takes you to hidden coves and clear-water spots around Capri where you can dive in and explore. How much time you spend swimming is up to you.

What if I want to actually walk around Capri instead of staying on the boat all day?

You can land on the island of Capri and spend the day exploring on foot — visiting the Piazzetta, the Gardens of Augustus, or taking the chairlift to Monte Solaro in Anacapri. A landing tax of 100€ applies if you choose this option, and the boat waits to bring you back when you're ready.

Which departure point should I choose — Sorrento, Positano, Praiano or Amalfi?

You pick the one closest to where you're staying: Sorrento if you're based there, Positano or Praiano if you're in that stretch of coast, or Amalfi if that's your location. The boat departs from your chosen point and returns there at the end of the day.

What drinks and food are included on the boat?

Water, Coca-Cola, Fanta, beer, Prosecco and snacks are available on board throughout the day. Alcoholic drinks are served only to guests over 18. If you want wine, you can request it in advance.

Is there a skipper on board, or do I need sailing experience?

A professional skipper is with you the entire day and handles all navigation and boat operation. No sailing experience is needed — you're a passenger on a guided tour, and the skipper manages everything.