Snorkeling Amalfi Coast: Santa Croce to Positano

Three hours swimming and snorkeling past the Lovers' Arch and into Positano's harbor

Half-day snorkeling activity on the Amalfi Coast with a live guide in English or Italian, departing from Santa Croce beach and stopping at four swimming and snorkeling sites: the Lovers' Arch, Conca dei Marini bay, Praiano, and La Porta beach in Positano. Snorkeling equipment, towel and soft drinks are included. The boat returns along the coast so you see the villas, defense towers and Furore Fjord from the water.

Step-by-step itinerary

Amalfi Coast water activities and sightseeing

• See Santa Croce beach and Natural Arch
• Swim at Conca dei Marini Bay
• Pass by fishermen's town
• Swim at La Porta beach in Positano

The experience

What makes this different from a boat ride is that you're in the water for most of it. The boat takes you to four separate spots where you stop to swim and snorkel, starting at Santa Croce beach and the Natural Arch: locals call it the Lovers' Arch. From there you cruise past Conca dei Marini, where a Saracen castle sits on the rocks and you can jump in again if you want. The guide speaks English or Italian, so you follow along as the boat moves between sites.

The route passes through Praiano, a fishing village that's been filmed for movies, and ends with a swim at La Porta beach in Positano, the colorful town built into the cliffs. On the way back, you see the villas carved into the rock face, old defense towers, and the Furore Fjord, which is famous enough to host world diving competitions. The whole thing takes three hours, and you get snorkeling equipment, a towel and a soft drink included.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• beach towel.
• soft drink or soda.
• live guide in English or Italian.
• four swimming and snorkeling stops along the coast.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday, Thursday and SaturdayDeparts at 14:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (26 to 69 years) · Senior (70 to 80 years) · Youth (14 to 25 years) · Child (3 to 13 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “Open in google maps and on the pier you will find Flavio with us on his shirt.”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Amalfi Boats

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English or Italian, so you can follow the commentary about the coast, the villas and the villages as you move between stops. Choose this if you want someone narrating what you're seeing rather than navigating on your own.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (14 to 25 years); Child (3 to 13 years); Infant (under 3): free.

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 24h before the start.

What's the Lovers' Arch and where is it on this snorkeling route?

The Natural Arch near Santa Croce beach is the first stop on the route, and the boat passes directly through it at the start of the activity. It's a rock formation in the water that's become a local landmark.

Can I swim at every stop, or just snorkel?

You can swim at each of the four stops: Santa Croce, Conca dei Marini, and La Porta beach in Positano all have swimming breaks built into the route. Snorkeling equipment is provided, so you can use it whenever you want to go underwater.

How long does the boat spend at each location?

The itinerary includes multiple swimming breaks at each site, though the exact time at each stop isn't fixed: the guide adjusts based on conditions and how long swimmers want to stay in the water.

Is this snorkeling activity suitable for someone who's never snorkeled before?

Yes, it's suitable for all physical fitness levels. The guide provides snorkeling equipment and is there to help, and you can swim without snorkeling if you prefer. Infants can come along if they sit on an adult's lap.