Spend a full day aboard a traditional gozzo from Sorrento to Capri and Positano, combining coastal sightseeing, swimming at Li Galli, and time ashore in two iconic towns. Ideal for travelers who want a private, flexible day on the water.
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The morning light on the Bay of Naples cuts across a low, briny fog as a traditional gozzo slips away from Sorrento’s small harbor. You feel the hull settle into the swell; lemon-scented cliffs slip astern and the Amalfi coastline unfolds — pastel houses clinging to steep terraces, Faraglioni stacks rising like weathered columns from Capri’s blue.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8–9 hours
Fitness Level
Light activity level; you should be comfortable boarding from a small dock and able to climb a few steps ashore in towns.
Wildlife
History
Capri was a Roman imperial retreat under Emperor Tiberius; the Amalfi coast developed around medieval maritime republic trade and local boatbuilding traditions.
Conservation
Posidonia oceanica meadows are critical to local biodiversity and are vulnerable to anchoring and pollution—choose operators who avoid damaging anchors and minimize single-use plastics.
Reserve your spot on the Private boat tour among the wonders of Capri and Positano today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book early for summer dates
Private boats fill quickly in July–August; reserve at least several weeks ahead to secure preferred departure times.
Bring sea-ready footwear
Non-slip sandals or water shoes make boarding and stepping onto rocky coves much safer than flip-flops.
Blue Grotto has an extra fee and weather limits
Entry requires a small payment to local rowers and is closed in rough seas; plan alternatives if conditions are unfavorable.
Protect the sea
Use reef-safe sunscreen and avoid single-use plastics to minimize impact on Posidonia beds and local marine life.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protect skin and sensitive marine habitats while spending long hours on deck and swimming.
summer
Water shoes
Provide traction when boarding and exploring rocky coves or beaching the boat.
summer
Light windbreaker
Evenings and open-water stretches can be cool and windy, especially in spring and fall.
spring
Small dry bag
Keeps phone, camera, and documents dry during swims and when boarding from the water.