Capri Small-Group Boat Tour from Sorrento with Island Free Time
Discover sea caves, legendary rock formations, and the beauty of Capri from the water — with no more than 12 guests on board.
This Capri boat tour from Sorrento takes you along one of the Mediterranean's most celebrated coastlines, visiting iconic sea caves, natural swimming spots, and the dramatic Faraglioni rock stacks — all within a small, relaxed group setting. Boarding from Sorrento's Marina Piccola via a private pier keeps the experience smooth from the very start.
The tour circles the island of Capri while hugging its cliffs and coves, giving guests a perspective that land-based visitors simply cannot access. Stops for swimming are built into the itinerary, and snorkeling masks and fins are available on board for those who want to explore beneath the surface.
The day wraps up with a return sail along the Sorrentine coast, finishing with a serving of homemade limoncello — a fitting close to a day spent on the water. Drinks are provided throughout the tour, making it easy to stay comfortable in the southern Italian sun.
With a maximum of 12 guests, the experience feels genuinely personal rather than crowded. The small format means more flexibility at each stop and a closer connection to the landscapes that have inspired travelers, artists, and writers for centuries.
Tour Highlights
Enter the legendary Blue Grotto and witness its extraordinary azure light reflected across the cave walls.
Sail around the full coastline of Capri, taking in the Faraglioni stacks, the Green Grotto, and the White Grotto from the sea.
Swim at scenic natural stops including the Bagni della Regina Giovanna and Marina Piccola bay.
Visit the Punta Carena Lighthouse, one of Italy's most powerful, and enjoy panoramic views over the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Board from a private pier at Marina Piccola, Sorrento, avoiding the queues common at public departure points.
Enjoy drinks throughout the tour and a glass of homemade limoncello on the return journey.
Snorkeling masks and fins are provided on board for exploring the crystal-clear waters around the island.
Itinerary
The tour departs from a private pier at Sorrento's Marina Piccola, heading first along the Sorrentine coast to the remains of the Villa of Pollio Felice — a Roman residence dating to the 1st century BC. Just nearby, the Bagni della Regina Giovanna offers a natural lagoon framed by cliffs and connected to the open sea through a dramatic rock arch, making it an ideal first swimming stop.
On arrival at Capri's northern coast, the boat heads toward the Blue Grotto, where sunlight filtering through the submerged entrance creates an intense blue glow across the water inside the cave. Entry is subject to sea conditions and waiting times — on days with rough seas or high tides, access may be closed for safety.
On the island's southwestern tip, the Punta Carena Lighthouse — built in 1866 and the second most powerful in Italy — marks a scenic pause with clear waters and open sea views. The area is well suited for a swim and offers some of the best light on the island in the afternoon hours.
Along Capri's southern coast, the boat visits the Green Grotto near Punta Ventroso, where emerald reflections shimmer across the cave interior, and the White Grotto, known for the bright luminosity created by sunlight bouncing off limestone walls and water. Entry to both depends on sea conditions and tides.
The boat rounds the southern coast for close-up views of the Faraglioni — three limestone stacks named Stella, Faraglione di Mezzo, and Faraglione di Fuori — before passing Marina Piccola on Capri's southern shore, framed by colorful buildings and the Faraglioni backdrop. This section of the tour offers some of the most photogenic scenery in the entire Mediterranean.
The boat makes its return journey to Sorrento, where homemade limoncello is served on board as a traditional farewell to the day's route. Guests arrive back at the same private pier at Marina Piccola.
What's Included and Excluded
Included
- Boat tour around Capri with commentary
- Small group, maximum 12 guests
- Snorkeling masks and fins on board
- Drinks during the tour
- Homemade limoncello on return
- Departure from private pier (no public queue)
Not Included
- Blue Grotto entrance ticket (paid separately on site, if accessible)
- Meals and personal expenses
- Gratuities for the crew
- Any transport to the departure pier
Important Information
Ready to Explore Capri by Sea?
A small group, a private pier departure, sea caves, and a full circuit of one of Italy's most iconic islands — this is among the most complete ways to experience Capri in a single day from Sorrento.
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