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Capri Blue Grotto Small-Group Boat Day Tour From Sorrento

About this experience
The perfect tour to experience Capri in the early morning and avoid the island’s peak crowds. Your journey begins with a scenic cruise along the Sorrento coastline. Upon arrival in Capri, you’ll head directly to the Blue Grotto (the visit is subject to weather/sea conditions). Get ready to discover Capri’s most iconic coastal highlights from the sea: the legendary Faraglioni, the Green and White Grottoes, the historic Punta Carena Lighthouse and more. Enjoy refreshing swimming stop in crystal-clear waters of the island. This product offers 5 purchase options. What you have just read applies to all 5 options. Depending on the option you choose, the tour will include: Option 1. Full-day shared morning tour: 3-hour free time ashore. Option 2. Full-day tour up to 8 guests: 3-hour free time ashore. Option 3. Full-day private tour: 3/4-hour free time ashore. Option 4. 4-Hour shared afternoon tour: 2-hour free time ashore. Option 5. 4-Hour shared morning tour: No disembarkation.
What to expect
Stop 1
Leaving from Sorrento port, sail along the Sorrento coastline
Stop 2
Pass by the charming fishing village of Marina Grande
Stop 3
Pass by an ancient Roman villa dating back to the 1st century BC.
Stop 4 · 1h
This tour will allow you to visit the Blue Grotto as soon as you arrive on Capri. The visit is dependent on the weather/sea conditions.
Stop 5
Pass by one of the oldest lighthouses in Italy, from which you can see the ancient path of the Bourbon forts.
Stop 6 · 2min
The Green Grotto, classified by speleologists as secondary (i.e. produced, due to destructive phenomena, after the formation of the mother rock), is composed of the oldest sedimentary rock on Capri, dolomite.
Stop 7 · 10min
Pass by the legendary Faraglioni rocks. Stop to take souvenir photos.
Stop 8 · 2min
You can see, among the white limestone rocks, the strong contrast between the light of the cave and the blue of the sea, making this place surreal also thanks to the thick and suggestive stalactites and stalagmites.
Stop 9 · 3h
Disembarkation on the island. Visit Capri's main attractions: the main square (La Piazzetta), Via Camerelle (Capri's most famous street for shopping in international brand shops) and the Augustus Gardens.
Stop 10 · 45min
Stop for swimming. Depending on the season, there will be two stops for swimming (before and after the walking tour of the island) lasting approximately 20-30 minutes each, or a single stop (after the walking tour of the island) lasting approximately 45-50 minutes.
Stop 11 · 30min
Return to Sorrento. Disembarkation at Sorrento port around 3:15 pm
What’s included
- Scuba masks and life jacket per person on board
- Soft drinks, water, beer and seasonal fruit per group
- Fuel
- Restroom on board and outdoor shower
- Bottle of prosecco per boat
- Professional Skipper
Not included
- Full-day tour: fee for assistance and reception service at embarkation and disembarkation
- Half-day tour: fee for assistance and reception service at embarkation and disembarkation
- Blue Grotto entrance fee (optional)
- Beach towels (optional)
- Lunch
- If you have allergies, please bring an antihistamine with you in case of insect or jellyfish stings.
Tour & ticket options
Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.
Full-day Private Tour
Duration: 8 hours Customisable itinerary Disembarkation not included: It is optional and costs €100,00 for the boat docking at the port of Capri + €5,00 per person
Full-day Tour Up to 8 guests
Duration: 7 hours WHAT WE DO: - Blue Grotto stop - Tour of Capri island by boat - 3-hour free time ashore - Stop for swimming - Return to Sorrento port
4-Hour Shared Morning Tour
NO DISEMBARKATION ON CAPRI: This option does not include disembarkation on Capri island Duration: 4 hours WHAT WE DO: - Blue Grotto stop, the visit depends on the weather/sea conditions - Tour of Capri island by boat - Stop for swimming
5-Hour Shared Afternoon Tour
Duration: 5 hours WHAT WE DO: - Blue Grotto stop - Tour of Capri island by boat - 2-hour free time ashore - Stop for swimming
Full-day Shared Morning Tour
Duration: 7 hours WHAT WE DO: - Blue Grotto stop - Tour of Capri island by boat - 3-hour free time ashore - Stop for swimming - Return to Sorrento port
Meeting & pickup
- A member of our team will be waiting for you in the square between La Scogliera Kitchen & Bar and Ruccio Restaurant wearing a T-shirt with MBS logo on it.
End point
- A member of our team will be waiting for you in the square between La Scogliera Kitchen & Bar and Ruccio Restaurant wearing a T-shirt with MBS logo on it.
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
- In the event that the Blue Grotto is closed due to adverse weather conditions or high tide, we will offer our guests additional time on the island or a longer swimming stop (this will be agreed directly on board with our captain).
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
