Board in Sorrento for a nine-hour small-group cruise that threads Capri’s iconic coastline: Faraglioni, Blue Grotto approaches, Villa Malaparte views and a long shore stop at Marina Piccola. Practical, scenic and paced for swimmers and sightseers alike.
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A morning off Sorrento wakes with gull calls and a clean salt wind; the wooden hull slices outward and the mainland shrinks into lemon-grove cliffs. As the skipper steers toward Capri, cliff faces step down into the sea and the Faraglioni rise like weathered gates. The boat draws close enough to taste the spray and see the island’s tumbled limestone up close.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
9 hours
Fitness Level
Reasonable stamina for up to nine hours with short swims; able to step on/off a small boat and walk uneven cobbles onshore.
Wildlife
History
Capri was a favored Roman retreat—Emperor Tiberius built Villa Jovis on the island’s eastern cliffs—and later attracted writers and artists like Curzio Malaparte and Axel Munthe.
Conservation
Capri and surrounding waters are sensitive: avoid anchoring on Posidonia meadows, dispose of waste properly, and prefer tours that follow local marine-protection guidelines.
Reserve your spot on the Capri Small-Group Boat Tour with Blue Grotto & Island Discovery today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Blue Grotto ticket
Blue Grotto entry is not included (≈€14 per person) and requires a small rowing boat transfer from the boat; buy on-site or plan extra cash.
Watch the weather and seas
Open-water crossings can be choppy; check forecasts and consider motion-sickness meds if you’re sensitive.
Sun protection & hydration
Long exposed hours on deck make reef-safe sunscreen, a wide-brim hat and at least 1–1.5 L of water essential.
Plan your four-hour shore window
Use shore time at Marina Piccola to prioritize—Augusto’s Gardens, the Piazzetta, or the Anacapri chairlift—so you don’t miss a priority.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin during long sun exposure and prevents harm to Posidonia seagrass beds.
summer
Light windbreaker or layer
Open-sea breezes are cool in the morning and late afternoon.
spring
Seasickness medication or wristbands
Useful if you’re prone to motion sickness on open water crossings.
Swimsuit & quick-dry towel
The tour includes swims and snorkeling stops—bring a quick-drying set to change into on board.
summer