Sorrento Boat Tours: Our 10 Best

1.Exclusive Capri Boat Tour and Optional Blue Grotto

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,170 reviews · from $143Our pick

Cruise from Sorrento to Capri aboard a small boat for up to 12 people with guides such as Fabrizio, Antonio, Michele, or Emmanuel. You will swim, snorkel, see the Faraglioni and grottos, and spend four hours exploring Capri. The early option reaches the Blue Grotto near opening time, when queues are often shorter.

“It was wonderful! The day started with light rain so we were worried but the weather cleared up and the guides were super helpful and fun!”

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2.From Sorrento/Nerano: Amalfi and Positano Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,107 reviews · 8 hours · from $71

From Marina del Cantone, cruise past Li Galli, Furore, Crapolla, and Islet d’Isca, with free time in Amalfi and Positano. English and Italian crew members, including Giuseppe and Luigi on some departures, provide coastal commentary. Optional shuttle pickup links Sorrento and Massa Lubrense with the marina.

“Perfect way to explore the Amalfi coast via boat. The views are unbeatable and there is enough time at Amalfi (2.5 hours) but I felt a little more time at Positano would have been nice (we only got 2 hours). I would suggest taking the earlier pick up time (I chose 11:15) , maybe they give more time at each town with an earlier pickup. Overall I was very pleased with the communication and the tour.”

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3.Capri Blue Grotto Small-Group Boat Day Tour From Sorrento

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,511 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $131

Set out from Sorrento with a skipper and guide such as Flavio, Agatha, or Alessandro for a small-group cruise to Capri. Visit the Blue Grotto when conditions allow, circle the island’s famous caves and Faraglioni, enjoy drinks and fruit, swim from the boat, and spend three hours exploring Capri on your own.

“The crew were very knowledgeable and attentive. The views were amazing! The Blue Grotto experience was once in a lifetime”

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4.Capri & Blue Grotto Semi Private Boat Day Trip from Sorrento

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,053 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $216Top rated

Cruise from Sorrento to Capri in a traditional gozzo boat with up to eight people, stopping at coastal grottoes, swimming spots, and the Blue Grotto. Guides such as Luca, Anna, Francesco, and Nello add local tips, snacks, drinks, and history. You also get 3 to 5 hours to explore Capri independently.

“We had such a great time on our trip! We didn't get to see the Blue Grotto due to high tides, but our boat captains made up for it. They took us to another inlet which had beautiful turquoise water. The drinks flowed, the music was great and the company was fantastic. We also had an amazing time on Capri. I highly suggest eating at Billy's Bar. The views are amazing and the food was delicious. I would 100% do this excursion again in the future!”

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5.Capri Boat Tour with Blue Grotto Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,759 reviews · from $141

Join a small group of up to 12 for a Sorrento to Capri cruise led in English or Italian by a skipper-guide such as Lucio, Agatha, or Alessandro. See the Blue Grotto, Faraglioni Rocks, and island coves, then enjoy free time in Capri. Prosecco, beer, fruit, snorkeling gear, and onboard facilities are included.

“The tour guide was amazing, such a great vibe. The same with the captain! very good trip!”

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6.Positano and Amalfi Boat Trip with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,598 reviews · from $174

Spend eight hours on a small-group boat from Sorrento to Amalfi and Positano, with hotel pickup, two 1.5-hour town visits, swim stops, prosecco, snacks, and homemade limoncello. Guides such as Silvio, Rafael, Tony, and Valentino are praised for their humor and local insight, though 1.5 hours may feel short in Positano.

“Perfect day on the water with attentive hosts and beautiful views”

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7.Positano and Amalfi Day Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,500 reviews · 8 hours · from $62Best value

Take a scheduled boat from Sorrento along the Sorrento Peninsula to Positano and Amalfi. You get about two hours in Positano and two and a half in Amalfi, with no formal guided tour. Bring a paper ticket, cash for snacks, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and patience at busy quaysides.

“Great trip, good value, crew were all polite, helpful and great hosts. Preferred Positano to Amalfi as easier to get around but glad we did both.”

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8.Capri Boat Tour from Sorrento: Swim, Grottos & Light Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,201 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $143

Join a small group of up to 12 for a full-day boat trip from Sorrento to Capri. Your English-speaking skipper takes you past Bagni della Regina Giovanna, the White and Green Grottos, Faraglioni, Villa Malaparte, and Punta Carena. You also get time ashore, a Caprese sandwich, drinks, snacks, swimming stops, and limoncello on the ride home.

“The captain and staff very attentive. First class experience. They told us about each step in advance”

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9.Amalfi and Positano Full-Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,041 reviews · from $174

Spend eight hours on a small-group boat from Sorrento, visiting Amalfi and Positano, with swimming near Nerano and the Sirenuses. Your skipper and guide point out coastal sights while you enjoy snacks, drinks, and time ashore. Pickup is available from Sorrento and nearby towns, with guides speaking English, Italian, or Spanish.

“fantastic tour with great driver. I had to book this tour wjwn my boat trip was canceled. The vehicle was clean and cool. This ended up being a great day.”

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10.From Sorrento/Nerano: Capri Island Cruise with Guide Onboard

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 508 reviews · 8 hours · from $77

Take an eight-hour shared boat trip from Nerano to Capri, with optional Sorrento pickup, onboard guidance, and about six hours on the island. Guides such as Vincenzo, Francesco, and Giovanni help you plan Capri and Anacapri, while the return cruise passes the Faraglioni, grottoes, Punta Carena, and Ieranto Bay.

“Would highly recommend, really enjoyed the trip. Very well organised and all the guides are very friendly. Would recommend paying the extra money to use the private busses they provided while on Capri.”

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