Sail Li Galli and Nerano: Private Amalfi Coast Voyage from Positano

On the Tyrrhenian edge of Italy’s Amalfi Coast, the Li Galli & Nerano Private Voyage unfurls like a daylong postcard. Departing from Positano Port or Praiano Port, this seven-hour private charter gives small groups (up to 12) exclusive access to limestone cliffs, sea caves, and the siren-haunted skerries of the Li Galli Islands. Boarding begins with the scent of salt and diesel, a local captain briefing, and a promise of turquoise water. The itinerary moves east along sheer, pale limestone faces that drop into emerald bays. Your captain anchors off Li Galli for a swim around the archipelago famed in Homeric lore as the abode of the Sirens; the islands’ wind-sculpted rock and submerged reefs make for clear snorkeling and dramatic underwater topography. Later you’ll enter the Marine Protected Area of Punta Campanella, where the water takes on that unmistakable clarity sailors talk about and small coves—like Crapolla—feel private because they are reachable only by boat. Midday is Nerano’s Marina del Cantone, where the town’s fishing traditions translate to plate: Spaghetti alla Nerano is recommended at a beachfront trattoria. The voyage balances boat time and shore time so you can swim, explore hidden grottos, and then stretch your legs ashore without racing the tide. What sets this trip apart is the private-boat format. The vessel comes with an English-speaking captain, snorkeling gear, beach towels, onboard Wi‑Fi, a shower-equipped head, and a modest bar of beer, prosecco, cola, and water. That combination of comfort and local knowledge makes accessing tiny caves, grotto entrances, and the best lunch spots effortless for families and mixed-ability groups. For travelers who love geology, the Amalfi’s exposed limestone cliffs, sea-worn arches, and submerged rock shelves are an open-air classroom. For food-minded visitors, Nerano’s blend of fried zucchini, provolone del Monaco, and fresh fish anchors a memorable lunch. For culture seekers, a nod to Homer’s Sirens and centuries of coastal fishing connect the day to ancient stories. Practicalities: departures available from Positano Port or Praiano Port; plan on about seven hours afloat; group size limits keep the experience intimate. Whether you want a sunlit day of swimming and snorkeling, a seafood lunch at a seaside table, or a slow cruise during golden hour, this private voyage is an efficient, scenic way to own a slice of the Amalfi’s coastline. Safety-wise the charter supplies life jackets and required safety gear for adults and children, and the English-speaking captain monitors sea and weather conditions so you can swim with confidence. Routes are adaptable—if a cave is crowded the captain will find a quieter inlet—so the day feels personalized. Reservations require either full payment or a 50% deposit with the balance payable on board, keeping logistics simple for groups today.