Capri: Private Boat Tour with Family Crew & Prosecco

Summary

Capri’s sea caves, Faraglioni arches, and prosecco toasts with locals

You’ll join a family-run private boat tour around Capri with local guides who treat you like friends—swim in clear waters, toast prosecco under the Faraglioni archway, hear stories only an islander would know, and leave with sandy feet and new memories.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t really know what to expect from a “private boat tour in Capri” — I’d seen pictures, sure, but stepping onto that old wooden boat with Salvatore and his son felt different. The paint was chipped in places (in a good way) and you could smell the salt baked into the wood. Salvatore grinned at us like we were old friends. He handed me a towel and said something in Italian I half-understood — I think he was joking about my sunhat flying off. The air tasted like lemon peels and diesel, which sounds odd but somehow made sense out there.

We drifted past little coves I’d never heard of (Salvatore pointed out one where he learned to swim as a kid), then suddenly those famous Faraglioni rocks just rose up in front of us. His son slowed the engine so we could take it all in — honestly, it’s bigger and stranger than any photo. There’s this moment when you go through the arch called “the arc of love” — everyone’s supposed to kiss for luck. We laughed because our timing was off and almost missed it; Salvatore just shook his head, smiling like he’d seen it all before.

He popped open a bottle of prosecco (included in the tour — nice touch), poured it into plastic cups while balancing against the waves. Cold bubbles, salty lips. At one point I jumped in for a swim — water so clear you could see your own shadow on the sand below. They offered sodas too if you wanted something else. Later, Salvatore took photos for us without making it awkward or staged. There was no rush anywhere; time sort of stretched out between sips and stories about Capri life.

I still think about that view back toward Marina Grande as we headed home, wind tangling my hair, feeling kind of sunburnt but happy. It wasn’t perfect — my towel blew away at one point (they had extras) — but honestly that made it better. If you want a day trip around Capri that feels personal and real, not showy or scripted… well, this is probably it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Private boat tour around Capri

• Discover beautiful island spots
• Admire caves and Faraglioni rocks
• Pass through the Arc of Love
• Share an obligatory kiss
• Open and enjoy prosecco
• Dive into crystal clear waters
• Take photos and enjoy drinks

Top questions

Is this Capri boat tour private?

Yes, the tour is private—just your group with the local crew.

Are drinks included on the boat?

Yes, bottled water, sodas, and welcome prosecco are included.

Will we visit the Faraglioni rocks?

Yes, you’ll pass by the legendary Faraglioni rocks during the tour.

Can infants or small children join?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller on board.

Are beach towels provided?

Yes, beach towels are included for your use during the trip.

Is pickup included?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; tours depart from Capri itself.

Is lunch provided on this tour?

No lunch is included; drinks such as prosecco and soda are provided.

Can service animals come aboard?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this Capri boat tour.

What’s included

Your day includes welcome prosecco poured by your hosts as you set off from Capri harbor, bottled water and sodas for when you need them most after swimming near sea caves or under Faraglioni arches, plus fresh beach towels so you can dry off after every dip—taxes and fuel already sorted so there’s nothing extra to worry about.