Snorkeling in Capri from Sorrento: Faraglioni rocks and sea caves

The Blue Grotto's light filters through a partially submerged opening and turns the water deep blue.

A full-day private or shared boat cruise from Sorrento circles Capri island, stopping to snorkel in clear water and explore sea caves including the famous Blue Grotto, with a professional English-speaking skipper, snorkeling equipment, prosecco and appetizers on board. You pick the boat size and whether to go private or join a group at checkout. The itinerary is flexible, so the skipper can adjust stops and timing based on conditions and what interests you most.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Baths of Queen Giovanna10m
2. White Grotto10m
3. Green Grotto10m
4. Blue Grotto15m
5. Faraglioni10m
6. Via Camerelle3h

Capri island boat tour and town visit

• Boat tour from Sorrento to Capri
• Visit Baths of Queen Giovanna ruins
• Explore White Grotto cave
• Explore Green Grotto cave
• Visit Blue Grotto cave
• See Coral Grotto
• View Punta Carena Lighthouse
• Photo stop at Faraglioni rocks
• Enjoy aperitif with Champagne on board
• Swim and snorkel stop
• Lunch at seaside restaurant
• Free time walking in Capri town
• Visit Augustus' gardens for panorama
• Shopping on Via Camerelle street

The experience

The boat leaves from Sorrento and heads straight for Capri's coastline, where the skipper navigates past the Faraglioni rocks: three imposing stone formations that rise from the sea and mark the island's most recognizable silhouette. The route passes four sea caves: the Blue Grotto, where filtered light creates that signature deep blue; the White Grotto, lined with white stalactites and calcareous layers; the Green Grotto, its waters colored by light reflection off the rock; and the Coral Grotto, where red corals coat the stone. Between cave stops, you get time to swim and snorkel in the open water, with equipment provided on board.

Once you reach Capri town, you have free time to walk La Piazzetta, the central square, or climb to Augustus' gardens for views across the island. Via Camerelle, the main shopping street, runs past high-end boutiques if that appeals. Lunch at a seaside restaurant is on you, but the boat carries soft drinks, prosecco and appetizers throughout the day. A restroom on board means you don't have to plan around facilities on shore.

The five boat options range from shared group cruises to fully private charters, and you choose at checkout. All include the same skipper, snorkel gear and prosecco. The difference is who else is on board and how much say you have in the route. The seven to eight hour duration gives the caves, snorkeling and town time room to breathe without feeling rushed.

What’s included

• Professional English-speaking skipper to navigate the caves and manage the route.
• snorkeling equipment for all stops.
• prosecco and Italian appetizers on board.
• soft drinks throughout the day.
• beach towel.
• restroom access on the boat.
• flexibility to adjust the itinerary based on conditions and your interests.

Options for this experience

5 options

Capri BoatUp to 4 per booking · No fixed timeEight-hour Capri tour with Prosecco, snacks and soft drinks, on the Gozzo 28ft

Capri Private tourUp to 6 per booking · No fixed timeEight-hour Capri tour with Prosecco, snacks and soft drinks, on the Acquamarine 32ft

Capri tourUp to 12 per booking · No fixed timeEight-hour Capri tour with Prosecco, snacks and soft drinks, on the Gozzo 38ft

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Private Capri trip by boatUp to 8 per booking · No fixed timeEight-hour Capri tour with Prosecco, soft drinks and snacks, on the Apreamare 35ft (new for 2024)

Capri day trip aboard a luxury yachtUp to 12 per booking · No fixed timeEight-hour Capri tour with Prosecco, snacks and soft drinks, on the Princess V55

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayLast departure this season: 5 Nov

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree 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.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48h

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditions

Operated by Sunrise Sorrento

Is this one for you?Choose a private boat if your group wants full control over timing and stops. A shared cruise works if you're comfortable with other travelers and want a lower price. Either way, the skipper's local knowledge of which caves are passable that day and where the clearest water is makes the difference between a standard boat ride and one where you actually see what you came for.

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Top questions

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 is the Blue Grotto actually like when you get there?

The Blue Grotto is Capri's most famous sea cave, entered through a partially submerged opening that lets external light filter in and create a deep blue water color. It's the signature stop on the route and the one most visitors photograph.

Can you snorkel on this cruise, or is it just sightseeing from the boat?

You stop to snorkel and swim in the water between cave visits. Snorkeling equipment is provided on board, and the skipper chooses calm spots based on conditions that day.

How much free time do you actually get in Capri town?

The itinerary includes free time to explore Capri town on your own. You can visit La Piazzetta, walk Via Camerelle or climb to Augustus' gardens. The exact length depends on how the skipper structures the day around the cave stops.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to pay for separately?

The boat, skipper, snorkel gear, prosecco and appetizers are included. Lunch at a restaurant in town is separate, as are any landing fees or gratuities you choose to give.

Do I need to book a private boat, or can I join a group?

You choose at checkout: the five options range from shared group cruises to fully private boats. All follow the same route and include the same equipment and skipper. The difference is group size and how flexible the itinerary can be.