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Small Group Boat Tour to Sorrento Coast, Capri & Blue Grotto

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Small Group Sorrento Coast and Capri boat tour with Local Host on board

From $130.19

Select Date and Travelers

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

  • 5 hours
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Escape the heat and crowds on land and admire the idyllic island of Capri by sea without breaking the bank with this small-group boat tour. Set off from Sorrento, skirting the coastline of the Sorrentine Peninsula before crossing to Capri. Circle the island, stopping to visit the Blue Grotto and dive into the crystalline waters for a swim before cruising back to Sorrento.
  • Enjoy several opportunities to swim and snorkel
  • See Capri’s top coastal sights, including the Faraglioni and Blue Grotto
  • Open bar stocked with snacks, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages
  • A small group of just 12 on board for a more affordable Capri boat tour

What's Included

  • Round trip transfer from a central meeting point to the port
  • Professional skipper English speaking
  • Snacks
  • Alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Entrance ticket to the Blue Grotto (€ 18.00 per person)
  • Destination fee 5,00 € per person to be paid on the spot
  • Snorkeling equipment (you can bring your own or buy it before boarding: 15 € mask; 9,00 € snorkel)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Parcheggio Comunale Achille Lauro
    Via Correale, 80067 Sorrento NA, Italy

    The meeting point is at 09:45am the entrance of the Parcheggio Achille Lauro, Via Correale 25 Sorrento. Here is the exact Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/UgXFS2P79Z4SWVQ99. The driver has a list with the names of all participants and will call you by your name.

Start time

09:45 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

You Know! (Pass By)

Marina Grande (Pass By)

Bagni Regina Giovanna

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cala di Mitigliano

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

White Grotta

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Green Grotta

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Blue Grotto

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Natural Arch (Pass By)

Villa Malaparte (Pass By)

I Faraglioni (Pass By)

Punta Carena Lighthouse (Pass By)

Porto di Sorrento (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • This tour is subject to favorable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or a full refund.
  • The visit at the Blue Grotto is subject to favourable sea and weather conditions. It is possible that the Grotto will be closed if the sea and weather conditions are not good enough.
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • During the peak season, due to the high number of visitors, the waiting time to enter to the Blue Grotto may be up to 1 hour and 30 minutes. Blue Grotto staff usually ask visitors for a tip, which, however, is not mandatory.
  • The itinerary of this tour does not include disembarkation on the island of Capri.
  • This is not a private tour. This tour will have a maximum of 12-14 travelers.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Sally_H
Highly recommend this trip, especially if you are on a budget. It is a great way to see Capri from a boat. The boat is spacious and fits 12 comfortably. It almost felt like a private boat. The stops are beautiful as they stop at several grottos, including the Blue Grotto. They also stop at Faraglioni. The swim stops are also amazing! Our captain, Nino, and tour guide, Luciano, were fantastic. They created an atmosphere and did everything they could to make sure we had an enjoyable experience. One thing is that the Blue Grotto is a hit or miss. We weren’t able to see it as the sea levels were too high and others have said the wait to get in can be hours long. You have to transfer from the boat onto a smaller row boat and there are tons of people in line. If the lines are short, do it, otherwise, skip it and use that time to swim in the sea. They also provide lunch and drinks, which adds to the experience. If you are looking for a boat trip and a swim in the sea, this is a great option!

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Rocky start but much better finish
rjpino, Sep 2023
This could have been 5 stars but pick up from meeting point was late and disorganized. Once we were on the boat all went well and was fun.
Great Trip!
Rolf_P, Sep 2023
Great trip! Seeing the Blue Grotto and boating around Capri was amazing. The crew was fantastic and we enjoyed the chance to swim for 30 minutes. Highly recommend this trip to anyone who wants the chance to see the Blue Grotto and enjoys being on the water.
They won’t let you go in...
Laxman_A, Sep 2023
They won’t let you go in blue grotto. Better catch ferry and go on your own, if you want to do blue grotto. Otherwise, its a fun trip.
AMAZING Roberta and Rafael
Christina_M, Aug 2023
This tour was hand down AMAZING!! Rafael and Roberta were great hosts/tour guides. They had such good interaction with our 4 year old daughter. The blue grotto was closed due to waves and high sea, however that was out of their control. They provided sandwiches, chips, fruit, chocolates, limoncello, alcohol and non alcoholic beverages. I’d recommend bringing Dramamine in case of sea sickness. If you won’t be sick I’m sure someone will. There were at least 3 of us.
Fun in the sun
Alina_H, Aug 2023
Excellent experience - exactly what we were looking for! It was too bad the wait was so long at the Blue Grotto, given the extreme heat we passed on this.
Brilliant
Paul_M, Aug 2023
We had a fabulous experience. It was made even better with both the tour guide and boat driver so happy, funny and interactive with everyone.
Beautiful Boat Day!
Christina_M, Aug 2023
An absolutely breathtaking trip! The staff and crew were incredible, the views were stunning, we were able to swim at different spots along the trip. We also met amazing people from all over the world on board! A great memory of our trip to Italy.
Phenomenal experience. A...
Christine_S, Jul 2023
Phenomenal experience. A few people had sea sickness and we were so well taken care of. Would recommend dramamine but also highly recommend.
A must do in Sorrento!
Ashleigh_J, Jul 2023
Luisa and Gabry were excellent hosts! They went above and beyond to make the experience special, and created a great atmosphere from the very start. The food, drinks and music were excellent and Luisa told us everything we needed to know about the sights around Capri. A highlight of our holiday!
Not so impressed
Dane_W, Jun 2023
The price you pay isn’t worth it especially having to pay for tour then $5 fee per person from meeting point to boat then $$ to see the Blue Grotto…very disappointed that we waited almost an hour and then told they closed due to waves. You almost have to offer bigger tips if you want the guys to pick you up and take you in. We had a young gentleman get sea sick on the boat and his mother paid $200 just to get him moved from the boat onto land….that’s robbery to me.
10/10
Chloe_L, Jun 2023
Our tour guide was phenomenal. She would go out of her way to let us swim and see what we wanted on the tour. She played great music and provided a wonderful vibe and tour around capri.
Best excursion around Capri!
Mary_D, Jun 2023
This was the most amazing excursion we have ever had and what made it extra special was the captain Nino and the tour guide Roberta. They went out of their way to provide a fun time and Roberta told great stories about what we were seeing. The prosecco toast as we went through the rock arch called the Tunnel of Love was a special treat. Swimming in the sea was an experience we won't forget. We were fed well - chips, capreses sandwiches, fresh fruit, unlimited drinks, a chocolate treat and the boat ride ended with limoncello. If I could do this trip again, I would!!
Our favorite excursion on our entire trip!
Barbara_C, May 2023
We had the most excellent tour! Luisa, Luca, and El did a terrific job showing us the beautiful coastline of Capri. Luisa had little surprises for us throughout the trip….I won’t tell you what, because they wouldn’t be a surprise! My husband and I sat in the back of the boat with another lovely couple while the younger people sat on the front of the boat. This was the best excursion we had our entire trip…. And we had some wonderful excursions!
Capri boat tour
Nate_B, May 2023
A great day, Federico and Gabriele were great guides. The views were absolutely amazing!! All the sites we saw were breath taking.
Fun afternoon event
Olivia_W, Oct 2022
Boat tour was excellent. Captain was hilarious especially while entering Faraglioni! Very informative, swimming areas excellent. Unfortunately waters too high for blue grotto...next time! Sandwiches, drinks provided all excellent!
Amazing experience and a...
Matt_L, Sep 2022
Amazing experience and a very relaxing and fun day on the water. The drinks, snacks, and service were all better than expected!
Amazing experience; come prepared
Julie_K, Sep 2022
The tour company who led this excursion was very impressive from start to finish. They communicated very well In advance, picked us up from our hotel and put us on a boat with a great guide. There were some bumps along the way that we’re out of their control (our driver got pulled over twice and one of the guides called in sick) but it didn’t dampen the experience at all. It was a beautiful sunny day and we couldn’t get into the Blue Grotto but we don’t feel like we missed anything. We saw other grottos, got to swim in the green grotto and learned all about Capri and Sorrento. Our guide catered to our every need, knew his stuff and had great experience to share. The snacks and drinks came at the right time and were plentiful. My one big piece of advice is this. Have a plan for motion sickness. Neither my husband or I generally get motion sick. We were not well prepared for this and wish we would have brought some Dramamine. It can get pretty choppy out there and once it starts, it’s hard to come back. Even in sprite of this, the excursion was outstanding and we’d highly recommend.
Great tour, especially for the cost!
Sally_H, Sep 2022
Highly recommend this trip, especially if you are on a budget. It is a great way to see Capri from a boat. The boat is spacious and fits 12 comfortably. It almost felt like a private boat. The stops are beautiful as they stop at several grottos, including the Blue Grotto. They also stop at Faraglioni. The swim stops are also amazing! Our captain, Nino, and tour guide, Luciano, were fantastic. They created an atmosphere and did everything they could to make sure we had an enjoyable experience. One thing is that the Blue Grotto is a hit or miss. We weren’t able to see it as the sea levels were too high and others have said the wait to get in can be hours long. You have to transfer from the boat onto a smaller row boat and there are tons of people in line. If the lines are short, do it, otherwise, skip it and use that time to swim in the sea. They also provide lunch and drinks, which adds to the experience. If you are looking for a boat trip and a swim in the sea, this is a great option!
Must do! Delightful day
Mary_H, Sep 2022
We could not have had a better time with Luciano, our guide, and Nino, our captain. Both so friendly, fun, and great at their jobs. We started with an easy bus pick up, then checked in at the office before boarding a very comfortable boat big enough for all 12 passengers. We sped off to Capri, getting close to the interested rock formations and caverns. The Blue Grotto was closed, but we didn't mind at all. We went through the arch, making a wish, and along the way we were given Prosecco, fruit, sandwiches, limoncello, and other treats. We felt so taken care of and had a great time. Highly recommended!
Good trip with Luisa,...
Elaine_S, Sep 2022
Good trip with Luisa, lots of drinks and food included much more than expected. We were taken to lots of places of interest although sometimes difficult to hear the info due to the noise from the boat! Blue Grotto was good although bit of a rip off due to the cost and time waiting then the 2 minutes spent inside not sure that part was worth it but good trip overall. We were looked after well.

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