Shared 4-Hour Afternoon Capri Boat Tour: Blue Grotto and Swim
Discover the sea caves, iconic rocks, and hidden coastline of Capri on an afternoon shared boat tour from Sorrento.
This Capri boat tour takes you around the full perimeter of the island, stopping at celebrated grottos, dramatic rock formations, and cliff-top architectural landmarks that define the Capri coastline. Departing from the Sorrento area, the four-hour shared excursion is rated easy and suits a wide range of travelers. The afternoon timing offers favorable light conditions for viewing the sea caves and the famous Blue Grotto entrance.
The route circles the entire island, giving passengers unobstructed views of Capri's geological and historical highlights from the water. Along the way, the boat passes the Faraglioni rock stacks, the cliffside Villa Malaparte, and the southwestern Punta Carena Lighthouse, which has guided mariners since 1867. Each landmark carries a distinct character that collectively illustrates why this island has drawn visitors for centuries.
Passengers can swim inside the Green Grotto, whose emerald water results from sunlight bouncing off the seabed and cave walls. The White Grotto, accessed by rock-carved steps, contrasts bright limestone formations against the deep surrounding sea. The tour also includes a stop at the Blue Grotto, though the entrance ticket for that cave must be purchased separately on arrival.
Tour Highlights
Enter the Blue Grotto and witness the submerged sunlight that bathes the interior in an intense blue glow, one of the most recognized natural phenomena on the Italian coast.
Swim inside the Green Grotto, whose emerald-tinted water and open access make it a standout stop among Capri's coastal caves.
Sail past the Faraglioni, three towering rock stacks rising from the sea on Capri's southern shore, a defining image of the island and a habitat for the rare blue lizard.
Admire Villa Malaparte from the sea, a bold rectangular structure perched on a sheer cliff that remains one of the most discussed examples of twentieth-century Italian architecture.
Pass beneath the Natural Arch of Matermania, a Paleolithic limestone formation that once formed a sea cave and now frames panoramic views of the Mediterranean from high on the cliff edge.
View the Punta Carena Lighthouse at the island's southwestern tip, the second most powerful lighthouse in Italy and a working maritime landmark since the nineteenth century.
Pass the White Grotto, whose stalactite-covered limestone interior and rock-carved entrance staircase present a striking geological contrast to the cave's open-sea setting.
Itinerary
The tour begins with a comfortable minivan transfer from the Sorrento area to the port of departure. From there, passengers board the shared boat and head toward the island of Capri.
The boat reaches the Blue Grotto on Capri's northwestern coast, where passengers wait for entry into the sea cave. Sunlight passing through an underwater cavity illuminates the water with a distinctive blue glow; the entrance ticket is not included and must be purchased on site.
Continuing around the island, the tour stops at the Green Grotto, where passengers can swim in emerald-tinted water inside the cave. The nearby White Grotto offers a contrasting interior of white limestone and stalactites, reached by steps cut directly into the rock face.
The boat sails past the three Faraglioni rock stacks and along the cliff where Villa Malaparte sits above the sea. A brief pass at the Red Grotto reveals coral formations visible through the clear water.
On the eastern side of the island, the tour offers views of the Natural Arch of Matermania rising above the Mediterranean vegetation, and the dramatic cliffs near Tiberius Leap, close to the ruins of Villa Jovis.
The route concludes with a pass at the Punta Carena Lighthouse on the southwestern tip of the island before the boat returns to the port and passengers transfer back to the Sorrento area by minivan.
What Is Included
Included
- Shared boat tour around the island of Capri
- Minivan transfer from Sorrento area to departure port
- Stop at the Blue Grotto entrance
- Visit to the White Grotto and Green Grotto
- Swimming stop at the Green Grotto
- Pass at Faraglioni rocks, Villa Malaparte, Punta Carena Lighthouse
- Views of the Natural Arch of Matermania and Red Grotto
Not Included
- Blue Grotto entrance ticket (purchased on site)
- Food and beverages
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities
Important Information
Reserve Your Spot on This Capri Boat Tour
Spaces on this shared afternoon tour are limited. Secure your place to explore the caves, grottos, and coastline of Capri from the best vantage point available: the sea itself.
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