Do I need a boating license to rent the Predator RIB?

No official license is required, but previous boating experience is mandatory to ensure safe handling.

What is included with the boat rental?

Your rental includes the RIB, safety equipment, life jackets, cushions, a sunshade, and an icebox (empty). Fuel is not included.

Can I bring my own food and drinks on the boat?

Yes, you are encouraged to bring snacks and drinks; the boat has a storage compartment and an icebox.

Where do I pick up the boat?

Pick-up is at Cooperativa Azzurra’s Sorrento office on Via Marina Grande, 190, at least one hour before departure.

How many people can the boat hold?

The boat is designed for a maximum of five passengers.

What happens if the weather is bad on my rental day?

If sea or weather conditions are unsafe, rentals may be rescheduled, refunded, or converted to a voucher, depending on availability.

Boat Rental Adventures with Cooperativa Azzurra Sorrento

Sorrento’s coastline unfolds like a rugged gallery of cliffs, hidden bays, and crystalline waters along Italy’s famed Amalfi Coast. Cooperativa Azzurra Sorrento offers an unmatched way to take it all in: an 18-foot Predator Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) rental that hands you full command of the sea, no skipper needed. Ideal for small groups—up to five passengers—this rental invites a day-long, self-driven maritime journey through some of the Mediterranean’s most spectacular shorelines, including Sorrento itself, Capri, and the Amalfi Coast.

This RIB blends sportiness with ease, measuring 5.7 meters and designed for comfort and nimble handling. It comes equipped with a sunshade, dry storage compartments, life jackets, and cushions, so you can relax between bursts of speed and discovery. The open-deck layout maximizes visibility and connection to the environment, making each secluded cove and beach feel all the more intimate.

Cooperativa Azzurra Sorrento stands out as a hub for adventurers eager to experience this iconic coastal region from an insider’s perspective. The ability to pilot the boat yourself without a license (provided you have prior boating experience) unlocks a rare freedom along these storied waters. You’ll find yourself weaving past dramatic limestone cliffs, admiring sea caves, and perhaps spotting local marine life like dolphins or seabirds.

The company’s location on Via Marina Grande places you right at the water’s edge, emphasizing accessibility and a seamless start to your journey. As the sun arcs over the Mediterranean, the shimmering coastline reveals rocky outcrops and terraced vineyards, a landscape shaped by centuries of history and natural forces.

Renting a Predator RIB from Cooperativa Azzurra Sorrento is not just a boat trip—it’s an intimate, customizable adventure on legendary Mediterranean waters that invites you to see Italy’s coastal heritage from the water like few others do.

About Cooperativa Azzurra Sorrento

Cooperativa Azzurra Sorrento is a marine tour operator based in Sorrento, Campania. The company offers a range of private and shared boat tours, plus self-drive motorboat and RIB rentals for exploring the Sorrento, Capri and Amalfi Coasts. Trip options include short sightseeing cruises, sunset experiences, half-day and full-day private tours to Capri, Positano and Amalfi, and flexible self-drive rentals on 18–20 ft motorboats and RIBs that require no license.

Guided private tours are led by professional skippers on request and can be tailored to visit iconic sites such as Marina Piccola, the Blue Grotto approaches, and coastal villages, with opportunities to swim in clear bays. Shared excursions include scenic one-hour cruises and semi-private sunset trips limited to small groups for an intimate experience. Passengers can expect onboard refreshments on selected cruises, including local limoncello or prosecco served during sunset and private tours.

Reservations accommodate couples and small groups, with options for custom itineraries on longer excursions such as full-day journeys to Positano and Amalfi. Cooperativa Azzurra Sorrento focuses on providing practical booking information, clear trip durations, and a variety of vessel choices to match traveler needs. Operating from Sorrento, the operator connects visitors to the region’s coastal highlights while offering both independent self-drive experiences and crewed private charters for comfort and flexibility.

Guests can choose short one-hour sightseeing cruises, semi-private sunsets seating up to seven guests, or extended private itineraries of up to eight hours that include stops for swimming, sightseeing, and optional seaside dining arrangements when available on request.