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Sail from Sorrento on a private 36‑ft Italian boat to Capri, passing Faraglioni stacks, sea grottos and historic villas. Enjoy swims, snorkeling, and a 2–4 hour stop on Capri island with an English‑speaking captain.
Sail from Sorrento on a private 36‑ft Italian boat to Capri, passing Faraglioni stacks, sea grottos and historic villas. Enjoy swims, snorkeling, and a 2–4 hour stop on Capri island with an English‑speaking captain.
The boat slips away from Sorrento’s Marina Piccola and the Tyrrhenian Sea immediately takes the lead—pulling you toward towering white cliffs and the low, green crown of Capri.
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Operated by CAPRI DREAM CHARTER · Capri, Campania
The boat slips away from Sorrento’s Marina Piccola and the Tyrrhenian Sea immediately takes the lead—pulling you toward towering white cliffs and the low, green crown of Capri.
You’ll circle the island on a 36‑ft Italian craft with an English‑speaking captain who points out the Faraglioni stacks, Villa Malaparte’s red flash on the rocks, and the jagged mouth of the Blue, Green and White grottos. These caves are carved from limestone and compacted marine sediments; wave‑action and millennia of erosion have hollowed hollow corridors and optical effects that make water glow electric blue when sunlight hits just so.
Capri’s human story is layered: Greek sailors named it for sea life, Augustus and Tiberius left villas and legends (the emperor’s villa ruins still perch on the slopes), and a working fishing culture still sets nets in small coves while restaurants press lemons into limoncello.
Practically, this is a full‑day (about 7 hours) private cruise with stops for swimming and 2–4 hours ashore on Capri for a walk through Capri town or Anacapri. Expect narrow gangways, brief climbing to board dinghies for some grottos, and local harbors with stairs rather than ramps.
Bring sunscreen, a wind layer, and shoes with grip; pack sea‑sickness meds if you’re sensitive. Entry into the Blue Grotto depends on sea state and queueing; your captain will advise. Book early in summer and allow time for short onshore exploring—Punta Carena’s lighthouse and Marina Piccola make sharp, satisfying endpoints to a day spent between rock and water.
easy.
6–8 hours.
Basic mobility to board a small boat, climb a few harbor stairs, and take short walks on Capri; moderate swimming ability for snorkel stops is recommended.
Entry into the Blue Grotto depends on sea conditions, daylight and crowding; the captain may pass by or arrange a small‑boat entry if conditions and timing allow.
Pickups typically run from Sorrento’s Marina Piccola or Porto Turistico di Capri; confirm your exact boarding dock with the operator when you book.
Snorkeling equipment is often included; confirm sizes and availability ahead of time and bring your own mask if you prefer a custom fit.
Yes—infants and small children can ride in strollers onshore but must sit on laps on the boat; not recommended for pregnant travelers.
Capri was an imperial retreat—Emperor Tiberius established villas here in the 1st century AD—and maritime life has shaped the island’s economy ever since.
Capri’s marine areas are sensitive; boats avoid anchoring in protected coves and visitors are asked not to disturb marine life or leave waste on shores.
CAPRI DREAM CHARTER operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The boat slips away from Sorrento’s Marina Piccola and the Tyrrhenian Sea immediately takes the lead—pulling you toward towering white cliffs and the low, green crown of Capri.
The boat slips away from Sorrento’s Marina Piccola and the Tyrrhenian Sea immediately takes the lead—pulling you toward towering white cliffs and the low, green crown of Capri.
You’ll circle the island on a 36‑ft Italian craft with an English‑speaking captain who points out the Faraglioni stacks, Villa Malaparte’s red flash on the rocks, and the jagged mouth of the Blue, Green and White grottos. These caves are carved from limestone and compacted marine sediments; wave‑action and millennia of erosion have hollowed hollow corridors and optical effects that make water glow electric blue when sunlight hits just so.
Capri’s human story is layered: Greek sailors named it for sea life, Augustus and Tiberius left villas and legends (the emperor’s villa ruins still perch on the slopes), and a working fishing culture still sets nets in small coves while restaurants press lemons into limoncello.
Practically, this is a full‑day (about 7 hours) private cruise with stops for swimming and 2–4 hours ashore on Capri for a walk through Capri town or Anacapri. Expect narrow gangways, brief climbing to board dinghies for some grottos, and local harbors with stairs rather than ramps.
Bring sunscreen, a wind layer, and shoes with grip; pack sea‑sickness meds if you’re sensitive. Entry into the Blue Grotto depends on sea state and queueing; your captain will advise. Book early in summer and allow time for short onshore exploring—Punta Carena’s lighthouse and Marina Piccola make sharp, satisfying endpoints to a day spent between rock and water.