Small Group Boat Tour Capri & Blue Grotto with Swimming Stops
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Is Small Group Boat Tour Capri & Blue Grotto with Swimming Stops worth booking?
Small Group Boat Tour Capri & Blue Grotto with Swimming Stops is a 4.1-hour experience in Sorrento, Italy, from $119 per person. It scores 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 326 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 82 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (326)
- Duration
- 4.1 hours
- From
- $119 per person
Discover the Sorrento coast, the island of Capri and the Blue Grotto from the sea with this 4 hours tour. You will enjoy a day away from the crowd and the chaos of the hydrofoil: only 12 passengers plus an experienced ca
What you get
About this experience
Discover the Sorrento coast, the island of Capri and the Blue Grotto from the sea with this 4 hours tour. You will enjoy a day away from the crowd and the chaos of the hydrofoil: only 12 passengers plus an experienced captain and a local host that will make sure that you will see the most amazing place along the way, that you will swim and snorkel in the most clear water of the island, that you will enjoy the most relaxing break with snacks and drinks on board.Before the end of the tour, you will be offered a taste a local limoncello. Delicious!
What's included
Included
- Homemade sweet treat to end the tour
- Lunch
- Snacks
- ONE-WAY transfer from a central meeting point to the port
- Soft drinks, water, beer, wine, Prosecco and limoncello
- Professional skipper English speaking
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Entrance ticket to the Blue Grotto (€ 19.00 per person)
- Snorkeling equipment (you can bring your own or buy it before boarding: 15 € mask; 9,00 € snorkel)
- Destination fee 10,00 € per person to be paid on the spot
What you'll see and do
You Know!
After being picked-up from the meeting point Parcheggio Achille Lauro, you will reach the port and meet your skipper. Climb onto the boat around 10:30 am and set sail for Capri along the Sorrento Coast.
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Marina Grande
Sailing along the Sorrento coast you will admire: the ancient fishermen village of Marina Grande.
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Bagni Regina Giovanna
Along the way you will admire the ruins of a roman villa near Bagni della Regina Giovanna;
10 minutes here
Cala di Mitigliano
the natural waterfall that flows from the rock in Mitigliano bay, and other interesting attractions along the coast.
15 minutes here
White Grotta
Arrive at Capri and enjoy a boat tour of the island with stops at the Marvellous Grotto, the White Grotto
20 minutes here
Grotta Verde
and the beautiful Green Grotto
15 minutes here
Blue Grotto
You will stop by the Blue Grotto. Admission is due to favourable sea and weather conditions and does not depend on us. Admission fee (18,00 € per person) has to be paid on the spot.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Natural Arch
Take in the spectacular views of the Natural Arch,
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Villa Malaparte
Get amazing views of the Casa Malaparte on Punta Massullo.
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Faraglioni
Admire the romantic and wonderful Faraglioni sea stacks. During the tour, make 2 stops for swimming and snorkeling. Take a relaxing break with snacks and drinks offered on board including a limoncello tasting.
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Punta Carena Lighthouse
Admire the Punta Carena Lighthouse from the boat.
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Porto di Sorrento
Cruise back to Sorrento. On board, enjoy a farewell limoncello tasting as you cruise back to the port of Sorrento — centrally located and within walking distance of restaurants, shops, and transport connections.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Sorrento
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.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The boat will drop you off at the port of Sorrento — centrally located and within walking distance of restaurants, shops, and transport connections. Need a transfer back to the meeting point? A return transfer is available on request as an optional service, bookable in advance or during check-in.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 13 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- You Know!
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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 to the Blue Grotto is always included; however, access depends on sea and weather conditions. In case of rough seas or adverse weather, entry may be suspended for safety reasons. During the high season, due to the large number of visitors, waiting times to enter the Blue Grotto can exceed 1 hour and 30 minutes. Nevertheless, to ensure that the full tour itinerary is respected, the stop dedicated to the Blue Grotto visit will have a maximum duration of 30 minutes. Please note that the local Blue Grotto staff may request a tip from visitors; this contribution is optional and not mandatory.
- The itinerary of this tour does not include disembarkation on the island of Capri.
- At the end of the tour, the return will be to the port of Sorrento, a central and well-connected location. Do you need transportation back as well? It’s available on request as an optional service, which can be purchased when booking or at check-in.
- If you’re traveling with friends or family who booked separately, please let us know at the time of booking. Otherwise, we may not be able to assign you to the same boat.
- This is not a private tour. This tour will have a maximum of 12-14 travelers.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 326 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
326 verified traveler reviews for Small Group Boat Tour Capri & Blue Grotto with Swimming Stops. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing Day!!
We had a fantastic day sailing round Capri with our lovely guide Francesca and our very competent skipper Nello. It was so relaxing swimming in the beautiful blue water of Capri and seeing the grottos. It was super busy at the blue grotto with a few hours wait so we decided not to bother and enjoyed the refreshing swim and snorkelling instead and the kids saw lots of fish. The only confusing part was the meeting in the morning with no sign on the pick up bus to say what tour and then waiting a while on the bus with no communication until we were collected by a girl who didn’t speak to us and led us down an alleyway to a random lift which actually led to the marina, which was fine but some communication would have been good! Otherwise it was an amazing trip and would thoroughly recommend especially for families!
via Tripadvisor
Perfect sunny day on boat...
Perfect sunny day on boat tour around Capri. Caves were closed due to high tide but we did get to stop for a swim.
via Viator
This excursion was worth...
This excursion was worth every penny! Our boat had 10 passengers not including the guide and captain. We took off from the marina and headed to the blue grotto which we all decided again doing due to the extra fees, the tight quarters of the rowboat you needed to transfer to access the cave and the excessively long wait time. Instead, we were taken to the green and white grottos which were even more amazing and were able to get close enough in the charter boat. Antonio and Giuseppe were simply amazing with the knowledge of the sea and the history of the area around Capri. We could not have asked for a better crew!!! There was extra time to swim by skipping the blue grotto and we all took advantage of that fact. It was an unforgettable experience. *** A few things to note. Booking was simple, but the rest was slightly confusing. On the excursion day you are asked to meet at the entrance of the parking garage/bus depot in town, which was easy to navigate to. Buses would come in and the driver would call out names for the tour, it was very busy and it was not easy hearing the names being called which caused confusion. After being called to the correct bus we traveled through many back roads and were let out on a random street corner, there was very little guidance of what we were doing and where to go. A single tour guide had us follow her though back allies to an elevator that took us to sea level and through a dark tunnel. We were greeted by another guide that directed us to the registration/ticket booth. We checked in swiftly, but there was a 20,00-euro fee that must be paid in cash at the check in time. An ATM is available on site, but it was not working at the time. This was not communicated during booking so please be sure to carry enough Euros with you. After that we waited until our group was called, boarded the boat and the rest was smooth sailing. It was a fantastic day!
via Viator
Beautiful and entertaining Capri boat tour
We had an amazing experience, a highlight of our trip. The pick up and drop off was extremely helpful as well, and they were right on time. Our captain with Giovanni and Angelino, both were a lot of fun to hang out with. We were first taken to Capri which was nice because we could explore the island before it became so hot! You cant leave your items on the boat, so we found a luggage storage to hold our boat bag while we explored. Then we got back on the boat and explored grottos/caves and took in sites around Capri. Our small group opted out of the Blue Grotto experience because it would have been a 2hour wait. We ended up having more time swimming, which our entire group loved. Our trip wrapped up with some prosecco, wine/beer, and lemoncello. I am happy we did the small group because we met some really fun people on the boat.
via Tripadvisor
All time vibes
Alex and Frank put on a masterclass boat tour. Couldn’t be happier with their knowledge, skill, and vibes throughout the whole trip. Best tour of our honeymoon through Italy!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4.1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 114
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 82
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Small Group Boat Tour Capri & Blue Grotto with Swimming Stops: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sorrento.
How much does Small Group Boat Tour Capri & Blue Grotto with Swimming Stops cost?
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Prices start at $119 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Sorrento usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Small Group Boat Tour Capri & Blue Grotto with Swimming Stops take?
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Plan for about 4.1 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Sorrento is not rushed.
Is Small Group Boat Tour Capri & Blue Grotto with Swimming Stops worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 82 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 326 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Sorrento, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Small Group Boat Tour Capri & Blue Grotto with Swimming Stops?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Small Group Boat Tour Capri & Blue Grotto with Swimming Stops suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4.1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Small Group Boat Tour Capri & Blue Grotto with Swimming Stops?
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Around 114 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Sorrento can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Sorrento and add a light layer if any part of the 4.1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Small Group Boat Tour Capri & Blue Grotto with Swimming Stops start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Sorrento within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Sorrento?
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On Outty we rank every Sorrento experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Pizza School with Wine and Limoncello Tasting in a Local Farm, Private Amalfi Coast Day Tour from Sorrento or Naples, Sorrento Farm and Food Experience including Olive Oil, Limoncello, Wine tasting. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Sorrento?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Sorrento?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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