Can we enter the Blue Grotto on this tour?

Yes, entry is optional and subject to sea and weather conditions; entry is controlled by local boatmen and may require an additional small fee and waiting time.

Where does the tour depart from?

This private tour runs from the Castellammare di Stabia / Sorrento corridor; confirm your exact boarding point when you book.

Are restroom facilities available on board?

Smaller private boats may have limited or no restrooms; ask the operator about amenities before departure.

Is swimming allowed during the tour?

Yes—captains can anchor in protected coves for swimming; bring snorkeling gear and follow crew instructions to enter from a ladder.

How many people fit on Acquamarina 848?

Group size depends on the specific vessel configuration; check the booking details for maximum passenger limits.

What should I bring for a day trip?

Pack reef‑safe sunscreen, a hat, a light jacket, swimwear, a towel, and a small dry bag for valuables.

Private Capri Day Cruise from Sorrento — Acquamarina 848 | Private | Boat Tour

Adventure Brief

Sail from Sorrento to Capri on a private, eight‑hour Acquamarina 848 cruise that circles the Faraglioni, visits Marina Grande, and offers optional entry to the Blue Grotto. Perfect for photographers, families, and travelers who want a customizable day at sea away from ferry crowds.

8 hours

easy

From €2,045.80

Tour Privato Capri da Sorrento - Acquamarina 848 runs an eight‑hour private boat tour from Sorrento across the Bay of Naples to Capri, an island off the Campania coast of southern Italy. The trip follows the dramatic carbonate cliffs of the Sorrento Peninsula, slips into sea caves, and circles the three iconic Faraglioni stacks before pausing at Marina Grande to give passengers a taste of island life. Crew members handle navigation and local logistics so visitors can focus on scenery, swimming, and photography.

From the boat the island reads like layered geology: sheer limestone cliffs grooved by wave action, wave‑cut caves that glow when sunlight filters through seawater, and rocky sea stacks that stand as navigational and photographic anchors. Key highlights on this private excursion include the Green Grotto (Grotta Verde), the sculpted Faraglioni rocks, and the option to enter the Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra) when sea and weather permit. Entry to the Blue Grotto is controlled by local boatmen and can require small additional fees and patience during busy hours.

A typical day is flexible: circle the Faraglioni, drop anchor for swims in protected coves with crystalline Mediterranean water, tie up briefly at Marina Grande for a stroll through narrow streets, or head to Marina Piccola for a seaside lunch. The private format is ideal for families, photographers, and travelers who want to set their own pace — linger longer at scenic coves, or spend more time ashore exploring Anacapri and the Villa Jovis ruins if desired.

The area’s plants and wildlife are distinctive: low Mediterranean scrub and Aleppo pines cling to the cliffs, yellow‑legged gulls patrol the harbor, and bottlenose dolphins are occasional companions offshore. There’s also a layer of history here — the Roman emperor Tiberius spent time governing from Villa Jovis on Capri, and the island’s streets still echo centuries of maritime trade and tourism.

Practical tips: bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a windproof layer, and non‑marking shoes for boarding; expect variable sea conditions and limited restroom facilities aboard smaller private craft.

This itinerary departs from the Castellammare di Stabia / Sorrento corridor and condenses Capri’s coastal geology, sea caves, and island culture into one customizable day at sea that makes the island’s best features accessible without the crowds of larger ferries.

Booking a private boat lets you tailor the route to conditions and interests; local captains know secret anchorages and the safest approach to grottoes. Summer fills fast —reserve early and ask about the crew’s restroom policy and Blue Grotto standby procedures. For photographers, shooting from a low angle at golden hour highlights the Faraglioni’s scale and brings water reflections alive. Families and older travelers appreciate the private pace and direct return to Sorrento or Castellammare at day’s end. Plan accordingly.