Capri Private Boat Tour from Positano: Blue Grotto & Swimming

A 33-foot boat to yourself, or nearly: Capri's grottoes and rock formations without the ferry crowds

You board a private luxury boat in Positano and spend the day anchored at Capri's best swimming and snorkeling spots, with a timed entry to the Blue Grotto included. Hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, towels, snacks and drinks come with the tour. The main wait is the Blue Grotto queue, up to an hour, but the rest of the day is yours to move at your own speed.

Options for this experience

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From € 1,899.96 per group, depending on the option and date you choose. See options & prices

FROM PRAIANO Available from 15 Apr 2027 Guide in 5 languages Meeting point: Main Dock at Marina di Praia, 84010 Praiano

FROM POSITANO Available from 15 Apr 2027 Guide in 5 languages Pick-up and drop-off: Main Beach Positano, Info desk Bluestar, Via del Brigantino 1, 84017 Positano (SA)

FROM AMALFI Available from 15 Apr 2027 Guide in 5 languages Meeting point: DOCK DARSENA at the Port of Amalfi, 84011 Amalfi

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Step-by-step itinerary

Private boat tour to Capri Island

• Check in at departure point
• Pass by Faraglioni rocks
• Cross over to Capri Island
• Visit Blue Grotto with entrance fee

Stops and time spent at each 4 stops

1. Faraglioni passing by
2. Bay of Naples passing by
3. Blue Star Boat Tours 10m
4. Blue Grotto 1h 30m

What’s included

• Hotel pickup from Positano, Praiano or Amalfi.
• passage to Capri across the Bay of Naples with views of the Faraglioni rock formations.
• timed entry to the Blue Grotto with waiting time factored in.
• multiple snorkeling stops at bays and coves.
• full snorkeling equipment including mask, fins and snorkel.
• towels.
• snacks and beverages throughout the day.
• landing and facility fees.
• shower facilities on board.

Times

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Next departure: 15 Apr 2027

Information

Private 33ft luxury boat to Capri from Positano with Blue Grotto entry, snorkeling stops and lunch. Small groups, hotel pickup, all gear included.

Group Private 5 similar group tours ›

Live guide English, Spanish, German, Italian and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. 3 similar tours with pickup › See the exact address

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Cancellation and refunds Free 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.

Good to know

Low physical effort Stroller-friendly Pets welcome

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The experience

Most people reach Capri by ferry from Naples or Sorrento: packed decks, fixed schedules, no time to linger. A private boat tour from Positano changes that entirely. You board a 33-foot luxury boat with your group, and the Faraglioni rock formations come into view almost immediately as you cross the Bay of Naples. The boat moves at your pace, stops where you want, and the crew knows the water in a way the big ferries never do.

The Blue Grotto is the centerpiece, but getting there takes planning. There's usually a wait of up to an hour to enter, and the entrance fee runs about 15 euros per person on top of the tour price. Once inside, the light hits the water in that electric blue that photographs never quite capture. Before and after, you'll stop at smaller bays and coves where snorkeling happens in water so clear you see the bottom immediately. The boat carries all the gear (mask, fins, snorkel), so you don't pack anything except sunscreen and a towel, which is provided. Snacks and drinks are on board, and if you've flagged a vegetarian preference when booking, they'll have that ready too.

The whole day runs long enough to feel unhurried but short enough that you're back in Positano or Praiano before the light turns gold. Hotel pickup is included, so the logistics (getting to the dock, timing the tides, knowing which beaches are worth the detour) all vanish. You show up, and the crew handles the rest. The boat itself matters here. A 33-foot vessel is big enough to feel stable and comfortable, small enough that you're not anonymous in a crowd of two hundred.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, German, Italian and Portuguese.

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.

What's included in the price?

Hotel pickup, snorkeling equipment, towels, snacks, beverages, landing fees and facility access. The Blue Grotto entrance fee (around 15 euros per person) is separate.

Is there a wait to enter the Blue Grotto?

Yes, waiting time can be up to one hour depending on the day and season.

Can I bring children?

Yes. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller, and the tour is suitable for all fitness levels.

What if I get seasick easily?

The tour is not recommended for travelers prone to seasickness. Discuss this with the operator before booking.

Do I need to bring my own snorkeling gear?

No. Snorkeling equipment is provided and included in the tour.

Can you accommodate vegetarian diets?

Yes. Advise the operator at the time of booking and they will prepare a vegetarian option.

Where does the boat depart from?

The tour operates from Positano, Praiano or Amalfi. Hotel pickup is included from your accommodation in these areas.

Operated by Blue Star Positano. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.

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