A private six-hour cruise from Sorrento to Positano that combines marine reserves, hidden grottos and iconic coastal views. Expect swims, pass-bys of historic watchtowers and time ashore in Positano.
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You push off from Sorrento’s Marina Piccola as gulls wheel and the town’s pastel houses slide aft. The hull parts satin-blue water and Punta Campanella—the rocky promontory that marks the seam between the Sorrentine and Amalfi coasts—grows sharper, its 14th-century watchtower staring down at passing boats.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most people able to get on/off a small boat and swim short distances; not strenuous.
Wildlife
History
Watchtowers along Punta Campanella and adjacent headlands were used from the Middle Ages to the 19th century to warn of pirate and Ottoman raids; many survive as stone ruins.
Conservation
Parts of this route fall within the Punta Campanella Marine Reserve and the Bay of Ieranto protected area; visitors should avoid anchoring on seagrass beds and use designated mooring spots where provided.
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Confirm contact the day before
You must message or call the representative the day before to confirm pickup location and final details.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
The marine reserve stresses low-impact products — use reef-safe sunscreen and avoid oils that cloud the water.
Non-slip shoes for landings
Small landings and rocky beaches require sturdy, non-slip footwear if you plan to disembark in Positano or fishing villages.
Pack a light wind layer
Sea breezes can be cool even on warm days; a light windbreaker keeps you comfortable during open-water transits.
Swimsuit & quick-dry towel
For swims in coves and grottos and drying off quickly on deck.
summer
Nonslip deck shoes
Protects feet when boarding, disembarking and walking on wet rocks or sand.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects your skin and local marine life in the protected areas.
summer
Waterproof phone case or dry bag
Keeps electronics dry during swims and boat movements.