Private Boat Tour Around Capri Island
Ideal for
Couples, families, and small groups looking for a full day on the water around one of the most iconic islands in the Mediterranean. Guests who want to see Capri’s coastline without crowds, without a shared tour, and without a fixed schedule.
What is included
- Private boat departing from Naples or Sorrento
- Experienced local skipper
- Coastal navigation around Capri
- Sea caves and Faraglioni passage
- Blue Grotto visit (subject to conditions)
- Swimming stops along the coast
- Flexible seaside lunch option
- 100% private, no shared groups
FAQs
Can I combine Capri with other destinations in the same day?
Yes. Popular combinations include Capri with Positano, Capri with the Sorrento coastline, and Capri with the bay of Nerano. The skipper adjusts the route based on your preferences and the available time.
Is it worth spending time on land in Capri during a boat tour?
A full-day itinerary allows enough time for both the boat tour around the island and a stop ashore, typically two to three hours to visit Capri town, take the funicular, and have lunch. It is entirely optional: some guests prefer to stay on the water the entire day.
Can I visit the Blue Grotto on a private boat tour?
Yes, your skipper will bring you to the entrance of the Blue Grotto. Entry depends on sea conditions because the opening is less than a meter high and closes when waves are too strong. The admission fee is paid on site and is not included in the tour. If the grotto is closed, the skipper will take you to the Green Grotto or White Grotto instead.
How long does it take to reach Capri from Naples by private boat?
Between fifty and sixty minutes, depending on the boat and sea conditions. The crossing is scenic, with views of Vesuvius, the Sorrento Peninsula, and the open Gulf.
What is the best time of year to visit Capri by boat?
May, June, and September offer the best balance of warm water, good weather, and manageable crowds. July and August are peak season. The island and surrounding waters are busier, but the swimming conditions are excellent.
Can I depart from Positano or the Amalfi Coast?
Departure points beyond Naples and Sorrento can be discussed at booking. The skipper can accommodate different arrangements based on availability and logistics.
How long is the full-day tour?
Duration varies depending on departure point, route, and the pace guests prefer. A full day on the water around Capri typically runs eight hours or more.
Is lunch included?
Lunch is not included in the tour price. A stop at a seaside restaurant accessible only by boat can be arranged, with the bill paid directly at the restaurant.
Can we swim during the tour?
Yes. Swimming stops at the Faraglioni and along the coast are a regular part of the experience, weather and sea conditions permitting.
Is there time to go ashore on Capri?
Yes. Guests can choose to disembark and explore the island on foot, or stay on the boat and continue along the coast. The choice is entirely yours.
For all other questions about on-board services, booking, and policies, visit our FAQ page.
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Approaching Capri from the water
Exploring Capri by private boat is the most natural and complete way to experience the island. From the water, the coastline reveals sea caves, rock arches, and hidden inlets that remain invisible to anyone on land or on a shared ferry. The scale of the cliffs, the color of the water in the coves, and the silence around the Faraglioni are things that can only be fully appreciated when the boat is yours alone and the schedule answers to no one.
This itinerary is shaped entirely around your preferences and pace. It can be as active or as relaxed as you want, full of swimming stops and coastal exploration, or slower and more contemplative, anchored in a bay with a long lunch and nowhere to be. Departing from Naples or Sorrento, the experience unfolds across a full day on the water, with Capri as its centerpiece and the Gulf of Naples as the backdrop.
Sea caves, Faraglioni, and swimming stops
The coastal navigation around Capri is the visual and experiential centerpiece of the day. The boat moves slowly along the cliffs, passing sea caves carved into the rock and emerging into open water where the Faraglioni, three towering limestone stacks rising directly from the sea, come fully into view.
Weather and timing permitting, guests can swim beneath the Faraglioni or pause at one of the natural pools along the coast. These are among the most beautiful swimming spots in the Mediterranean, and arriving by private boat means the choice of where and when to stop is entirely yours.
The Blue Grotto can be included as part of the itinerary when conditions allow. Entry depends on sea swell and local access timing, and the skipper will advise on the best approach on the day.
Time on the island or at sea
After exploring the coastline, guests have a genuine choice. Those who want to step onto the island can disembark and spend time in Capri town or Anacapri at their own pace. Those who prefer to stay on the water can continue cruising along quieter stretches of the coast, anchor in a calm bay, and enjoy the afternoon with no agenda.
A seaside lunch at a restaurant accessible only by boat is one of the most memorable ways to complete the experience. The skipper can suggest options based on the day’s conditions and your preferences.
The itinerary adapts throughout the day to what guests actually want. It is not a fixed program but a private day shaped in real time. If you are still choosing between boat options, our private boat charters page gives a full overview of the fleet available for this experience.
Practical information
Departures are available from Naples and Sorrento. The full-day format is the most common choice for a complete experience around the island, though half-day options can be arranged depending on availability and the guest’s priorities.
Duration, route, and pace are confirmed in advance with the skipper and adjusted on the day based on sea conditions and weather. All variations are communicated directly, and the comfort and safety of guests on board always take priority.
Interested in exploring Capri from land as well?
Complete your experience with a private guided island tour and discover Capri beyond the coastline.