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Board a private yacht from Sorrento or Positano for an eight‑hour exploration of Capri’s grottos, Faraglioni rocks and hidden coves. Swim, snorkel and get close to the island’s coastal highlights while a local skipper handles navigation and history.
Board a private yacht from Sorrento or Positano for an eight‑hour exploration of Capri’s grottos, Faraglioni rocks and hidden coves. Swim, snorkel and get close to the island’s coastal highlights while a local skipper handles navigation and history.
You step onto teak at Sorrento’s harbor as the Amalfi cliffs fall away to sea, the captain easing the bow into a wake that flashes turquoise. The yacht threads between fishing boats and cliffside villas, and within an hour the silhouette of Capri—Faraglioni stacks and whitewashed houses—fills the horizon.
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Operated by Sorrento Sea Tours · Capri, Campania
You step onto teak at Sorrento’s harbor as the Amalfi cliffs fall away to sea, the captain easing the bow into a wake that flashes turquoise. The yacht threads between fishing boats and cliffside villas, and within an hour the silhouette of Capri—Faraglioni stacks and whitewashed houses—fills the horizon.
Capri has been a coastal magnet since Roman times; Emperor Tiberius built villas here, and the island’s limestone and tuff cliffs show its complex volcanic past. From the boat you’ll pass the dramatic Faraglioni rock spires, Punta Carena lighthouse, and Villa Malaparte’s angular profile before slipping into smaller coves where light turns caves electric green or deep blue.
This private eight‑hour charter focuses on close-up views and water time: stops at the Blue, White and Green grottos (note local small-boat transfers and admission fees), swims off the stern, and snorkeling in clear, sheltered bays. Crew provide towels, snacks, soft drinks, prosecco and snorkeling gear; optional lunch ashore requires advance reservation. Expect moments of quiet—only waves and gulls—punctuated by the spoken history of the skipper.
Practicalities: itinerary typically starts around 9:30 a.m.; maximum 12 guests; bring reef‑safe sunscreen, cash for grotto tickets and port fees, and a light windproof layer for open‑sea stretches. Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in. If you want island exploration, plan extra time in Capri town or Anacapri; chairlifts and steep lanes reward walkers with views but require comfortable shoes.
easy.
8 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be comfortable boarding a small yacht and able to swim for short distances.
No—Blue Grotto admission and the mandatory small rowing boat transfer into the cave are not included and are paid locally.
Yes; snorkeling gear is provided and crew will stop in sheltered bays for swimming and snorkeling sessions.
Boarding options include Marina Piccola or Marina Grande in Capri, Positano beach dock, or Sorrento port (Sorrentoseatours office); confirm the exact location before departure.
Port fees and the Blue Grotto ticket are not included; check with the operator about any additional fuel surcharges.
Capri was a favored summer retreat of Roman emperors—Villa Jovis is Tiberius’s large Roman palace remaining on the island.
Capri’s marine caves and shores are sensitive to overtourism; use reef‑safe products, avoid littering, and follow crew guidance when entering coves.
Sorrento Sea Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step onto teak at Sorrento’s harbor as the Amalfi cliffs fall away to sea, the captain easing the bow into a wake that flashes turquoise. The yacht threads between fishing boats and cliffside villas, and within an hour the silhouette of Capri—Faraglioni stacks and whitewashed houses—fills the horizon.
You step onto teak at Sorrento’s harbor as the Amalfi cliffs fall away to sea, the captain easing the bow into a wake that flashes turquoise. The yacht threads between fishing boats and cliffside villas, and within an hour the silhouette of Capri—Faraglioni stacks and whitewashed houses—fills the horizon.
Capri has been a coastal magnet since Roman times; Emperor Tiberius built villas here, and the island’s limestone and tuff cliffs show its complex volcanic past. From the boat you’ll pass the dramatic Faraglioni rock spires, Punta Carena lighthouse, and Villa Malaparte’s angular profile before slipping into smaller coves where light turns caves electric green or deep blue.
This private eight‑hour charter focuses on close-up views and water time: stops at the Blue, White and Green grottos (note local small-boat transfers and admission fees), swims off the stern, and snorkeling in clear, sheltered bays. Crew provide towels, snacks, soft drinks, prosecco and snorkeling gear; optional lunch ashore requires advance reservation. Expect moments of quiet—only waves and gulls—punctuated by the spoken history of the skipper.
Practicalities: itinerary typically starts around 9:30 a.m.; maximum 12 guests; bring reef‑safe sunscreen, cash for grotto tickets and port fees, and a light windproof layer for open‑sea stretches. Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in. If you want island exploration, plan extra time in Capri town or Anacapri; chairlifts and steep lanes reward walkers with views but require comfortable shoes.