How to Get Out on the Water in Sorrento

Experience the Amalfi Coast by boat during the golden glow of sunset on this private tour. You’ll have an open speedboat all to yourself for the duration of this 2-hour excursion. Spend your time relaxing, taking in the views, sipping prosecco, and snapping loads of photos. If you’d like, you can take a dip for a swim or snorkel as well. It’s the perfect way to end the day with a special someone, or with a whole group of loved ones you want to make memories with.

One of the best things to do on the water in Sorrento is kayaking, and this highly-rated tour makes it effortless to get out in a kayak. At the start of the trip, your guide will catch you up on the basics of kayaking and provide you with everything you need: paddles, sunglass straps, waterproof cases, and all. From there, it’s two hours of kayaking to hidden coves and secluded beaches worthy of a postcard, with swimming stops along the way. There are morning, midday, and sunset tours, so opt for whichever time of day best suits your itinerary.

Swap your kayak for a paddleboard on this small-group tour. This 2-hour experience starts with basic paddleboarding instructions to get beginners up to speed. From there, you’ll paddle out into the crystal-clear waters to take in ancient ruins and beautiful coastal views, and you’ll have the chance to swim or explore Villa di Pollio Felice. Book a morning tour to have the current on your side, a midday option for the most refreshing swims, or an evening excursion to watch the sunset from the water. Looking to extend the fun a little bit? Pop by Marianato Pizza e Mare just around the corner from the tour meeting area for a delicious pizza or seafood meal.

While many Sorrento day trips by boat offer guests the opportunity to swim and snorkel at some point, this Amalfi tour has two dedicated swimming and snorkeling spots. The first is in the beautiful bay of Conca dei Marini, with its tucked-away little sea caves that feel like a mermaidesque escape; the second is La Porta, a boats-only access beach.

As if the two swimming spots weren’t enough on their own, this 4- or 8-hour tour includes a few other stops. You’ll pass the Fiordo Di Furore, where divers launch themselves from the 92-foot (28-meter) bridge at an annual diving competition each July, and sail past the quiet village of Praiano to complete your excursion.

Many boat tours in Sorrento focus on the active and outdoorsy side of things—and for good reason! They’re often some of the best water activities in Sorrento. But foodies have a place in the mix as well. This full-day tour makes fish the highlight. Spend the day catching some small- and medium-sized fish before cooking them up and adding them to a spread of Southern Italian staples—think eggplant parmigiana, homemade bread, and caprese cake (a chocolatey Capri staple dessert). Of course, don’t forget the drinks: limoncello and Italian prosecco top off the wonderful experience.

Sorrento boat tours can be quite pricey, but there are options for travelers on a tighter budget. This hour-long Sorrento Coast boat tour costs just under US$24 per person and offers lovely but brief stops at the ancient Roman ruins of Bagni Regina Giovanna, the charming coastal village of Marina di Puolo, and Golfo del Pecoriello bay. You’ll likely even have the opportunity to go for a brief 15- to 20-minute snorkel in the picture-perfect waters. As a bonus, this cruise includes a tasting of locally made limoncello as the cherry on top.

There are times when all the planning can take the fun out of a vacation. But with this Sorrento boat tour, the logistics are all handled for you. The excursion starts with pickup at or near your accommodation, taking the hassle out of transportation. From there, it’s 7–8 hours of preplanned fun. Spend your time sailing along the coast, then stopping for refreshing swims at tucked-away inlets and charming beachside towns for on-land wandering. At the end of it all, you’ll be dropped off right where you started.

Looking to splurge on an excursion during your Italian adventure? A private Amalfi Coast boat tour from Sorrento is more than worth the money. With this Sorrento boat rental (guide included), customization options abound. First up, choose your boat size: 25 feet (8 meters) or 35 feet (11 meters). Then plan an itinerary that’s perfect for you and your group, whether that’s sailing, snorkeling, or stopping at Amalfi Coast towns. Add the complimentary prosecco, beer, and limoncello into the mix, and you’ve got yourself a trip that everyone will remember for years to come.

Get a bright and early start to spend nine hours exploring the Amalfi Coast on this extensive tour. You’ll travel by both water and land—hydrofoil and minibus—to see all the region’s best sites in just one day. Swim in the famous Blue Grotto, take a chairlift to the top of Monte Solaro, sip coffee in a Caprese square, and sail to tucked-away caves and coves. By the end of this jam-packed excursion, you’ll have acquired hundreds of photos, a few souvenirs, and countless memories.

Most Sorrento sailing tours make a stop at the famous Blue Grotto—assuming it’s open, that is. But this particular tour makes a trip to the Blue Grotto a little more special: it ensures you get to the stunning attraction earlier than everyone else. While it does require a 7:30am wake-up call, it’s more than worth setting the alarm to swim in the Blue Grotto with smaller crowds. Once you’re done there, you’ll still have another several hours on the tour to spend exploring sea caves and coastal towns galore.