Capri Private Boat Tour: Grottos, Faraglioni & Limoncello Tasting

Summary

Capri’s secret grottos, Faraglioni swim and limoncello on a private boat

You’ll sail Capri’s coast with a local captain, tasting fresh limoncello as you pass grottos and swim beneath Faraglioni rocks. Relax on deck with snacks, fruit, drinks and WiFi or jump in for a swim whenever you feel like it. The mix of laughter, sea air and real stories makes this day feel personal—something you’ll remember long after.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I remember is how our captain, Gennaro, grinned as he handed me a tiny glass of limoncello — “Capri style,” he said, tapping the side of the boat for luck. I tried to say thank you in Italian (pretty sure it came out wrong), but he just laughed and waved it off. The smell of lemons hit me before the taste — sharp, sweet, almost sticky in the morning sun. You could hear music drifting from another boat nearby, some old Neapolitan song. It felt like everyone was just happy to be out there.

We left from Sorrento’s port (they’ll pick you up wherever you are nearby) and the water was so clear I kept leaning over to look for fish. Passing under those Faraglioni rocks — honestly, they’re even bigger than they look in photos — we stopped to swim. The sea was colder than I expected but somehow softer too? My partner dove straight in while I hesitated on the ladder. Gennaro told us about a couple who got married right under those arches last summer. He seemed proud of that story.

I didn’t realize how many little caves there are around Capri until we sailed past the White Grotto and then the Green Grotto — both names make sense when you see how the light changes inside them. At one point I just sat back on the deck towel with wet hair and let myself do nothing but watch Anacapri drift by above us. There were snacks and fruit laid out (I ate way too many cherries), plus prosecco if you wanted it. We could’ve stopped at a restaurant on shore but honestly, we didn’t want to leave the boat.

It’s funny — I still think about that moment with the limoncello and salt in my hair more than anything else from our trip. Not everything went perfectly (I dropped my sunglasses overboard), but that was part of it too.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Private boat tour around Capri island

• Admire Capri city from boat
• Swim under Faraglioni rocks
• Admire White Grotto from boat
• Admire Green Grotto from boat
• See Punta Carena lighthouse
• Admire Anacapri landscape from boat

Top questions

Is pickup included for this Capri private boat tour?

Yes, pickup is included from your port of choice near Capri or Sorrento.

Can we swim during the Capri private boat tour?

Yes, swimming stops are included—especially under the Faraglioni rocks.

What drinks are provided on board?

You’ll get soft drinks, water, prosecco and a limoncello tasting (18+).

Are there restrooms on the boat?

Yes, there’s a private bathroom and shower available onboard.

Is lunch included or do we stop at restaurants?

No set lunch is included but snacks and fruit are provided; you can request a restaurant stop if you want.

How long does it take to reach Capri by boat?

The cruise time varies based on your departure port but expect about 1–1.5 hours each way including scenic stops.

Is snorkeling gear available?

Yes, use of snorkeling equipment is included during your tour.

Are infants allowed on this tour?

Infants are welcome but must sit on an adult’s lap during cruising.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup from your chosen port near Capri or Sorrento, sailing with an IMO-certified captain who shares local stories along the way, WiFi onboard so you can share photos instantly, use of snorkeling gear for swimming stops under Faraglioni or near grottos, soft drinks plus prosecco and fresh limoncello tasting (for guests 18+), snacks and fruit laid out throughout the trip, beach towels ready for sunbathing breaks, hot or cold showers after your swim sessions—and there’s a private restroom onboard for comfort all day long.