Private Boat Tour Along the Coast of Capri
Two hours of iconic scenery, sea grottos, and legendary rock formations — just for you and your guests.
This private boat tour of Capri offers an intimate way to experience the island's most celebrated coastline, from the towering Faraglioni stacks to hidden sea grottos, all within a focused two-hour journey. The boat is reserved exclusively for your party, meaning no shared schedules, no strangers, and no compromise on pace. A local skipper accompanies you throughout, providing context and guiding you to the most photogenic vantage points along the route.
Capri's coastline has shaped its identity for centuries, drawing travelers, artists, and writers who found its cliffs and coves unlike anywhere else in the Mediterranean. From the water, the island reveals a perspective that land-based visits simply cannot offer — sheer limestone walls, sea-carved arches, and the vivid color shifts of sheltered inlets visible only by boat.
The tour is designed to be accessible and unhurried, with easy boarding at Marina Grande and a route that balances sightseeing with moments to pause, photograph, and take a dip in clear water. It suits couples on a short break, families with children, and small friend groups equally well.
Tour Highlights
Sail past the Faraglioni, the three sea stacks that have become the defining symbol of Capri, rising dramatically from the water just off the southern shore.
Visit the Green Grotto, a sea cavity on the island's southern side known since the 16th century, when Capri faced repeated coastal raids by figures including the corsair Barbarossa.
View Villa Malaparte from the sea, a landmark of modern architecture set on a narrow rocky promontory, conceived by the writer Curzio Malaparte and recognised by MIBAC as a protected work.
Pass by the second-largest lighthouse in Italy, a navigational landmark that adds historical depth to the coastal scenery visible from the boat.
Discover the tradition of greeting Gennarino, the bronze statue of a Neapolitan street urchin at the entrance to Marina Grande, whose raised arm has welcomed arriving visitors for generations.
Enjoy a fully private experience with a local skipper who shares historical anecdotes and navigates to the most evocative spots along the route, tailored to your group's interests.
Stop for a swim in the clear coastal waters, a natural complement to the sightseeing that makes the most of Capri's exceptional sea conditions.
Tour Itinerary
The tour begins at Marina Grande, Capri's main harbour, where your skipper will welcome you aboard. Before leaving the port area, you will pass the bronze statue of Gennarino the street urchin, whose raised arm greets those arriving and departing by sea.
Navigating along the coastline, the boat passes one of Italy's most significant lighthouses. Your skipper will point out its role in the maritime history of the Tyrrhenian Sea and its place within Capri's broader coastal landscape.
The route takes you to the Green Grotto, a sea cavity on the southern side of the island with origins documented as far back as the 16th century. Depending on conditions, the White Grotto may also be included, offering another example of the island's remarkable geology.
Approaching the eastern tip of the island, the boat passes Villa Malaparte — one of the most discussed works of 20th-century Italian architecture — perched on a rocky promontory above the sea. Nearby, the Salto di Tiberio cliff carries legends tied to the Roman emperor Tiberius, who made Capri his retreat.
The centerpiece of the tour is a close approach to the Faraglioni, three coastal stacks carved by centuries of wave erosion, whose name may derive from the Greek word for lighthouse. A stop for swimming follows, allowing guests to enter the water directly from the boat.
The skipper navigates back along the coast, completing the circuit of the southern and eastern shoreline before returning to the departure point. The full route takes approximately two hours at a relaxed pace.
What Is Included
Included
- Exclusive private use of the boat for your group
- Licensed local skipper for the full duration
- Guided commentary on historical and architectural landmarks
- Swimming stop in open coastal waters
- Personalised itinerary pacing based on group preferences
Not Included
- Food and beverages
- Entry to the Blue Grotto (separate ticket required)
- Port embarkation fees, if applicable
- Gratuity for the skipper
- Personal travel insurance
Important Information
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