Spend a day rounding Capri’s coast by small boat: Blue Grotto glimpses, swims in Marina Piccola, and prosecco on board. This compact, guided cruise from Sorrento balances sightseeing, swimming and local insight.
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You push off from Marina della Lobra as the morning sun slides across the Bay of Naples; the outboard hums steady, and the coastline of Sorrento fades into a sketch of terraces and lemon groves. The captain pilots a compact, comfortable boat for up to a dozen people, threading through sea caves and past cliffs until Capri’s limestone walls rise like pages of a weathered book.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Light activity level — mostly seated on the boat with short swims; basic mobility required for boarding and short dockings.
Wildlife
History
Capri was a favored imperial retreat—Emperor Tiberius built Villa Jovis—later attracting 19th–20th century artists and travelers who shaped the island’s visitor culture.
Conservation
Parts of the route cross the Punta Campanella and Capri Marine Parks; follow guide instructions, avoid anchoring on seagrass beds and use reef-safe products to reduce impact.
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Bring cash for the Blue Grotto
The small rowing-boat visit to the Blue Grotto is paid locally (around €18); have small bills and coins ready.
Sun protection is crucial
The open-deck hours expose you to intense sun — use reef-safe sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
Pack a quick-dry towel and swimwear
Wear swimwear under light clothing for quick transitions to swimming stops at Marina Piccola.
Consider seasickness prevention
If prone to motion sickness, take medication or use acupressure bands before departure.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin during long, reflective hours on open water.
summer
Quick-dry towel & swimsuit
Enables immediate swims at stops without soaking your spare clothes.
spring
Light windbreaker
Blocks cool offshore breeze and spray when the boat is moving.
summer
Waterproof dry bag
Keeps phone, wallet and documents dry during transfers and swims.