Private Capri Boat Tour: Blue Grotto, Faraglioni, & Swim Stops
Recommended by 98% of travelers
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Capri, Italy
- 2 to 6 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Capri is one of the most spectacular islands in the Mediterranean but can be uncomfortably crowded in summer. Escape the throngs and take in the island by sea aboard a traditional gozzo boat with an expert local skipper. Cruise around the entire island, passing highlights like the Faraglioni, White and Green Grottos, and Punta Carena Lighthouse. Relax on board with stops to swim and snorkel in hidden coves.
- Avoid the crowds on Capri by taking in the island’s highlights by boat
- A private tour with flexible departure port, duration, and itinerary
- Opt to visit the Blue Grotto or dock on Capri to sightsee on land
- Beach towels and snorkeling equipment provided for easy swimming
What's Included
- Use of Snorkeling equipmentMaschere/goggles
- Soda/Pop
- cushions, sundecks, beach towels
- Immagini delle barche indicative
- tickets entrance for the blue cave
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Extra charge for 1 additional person on board
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Bar CoralloVia Cristoforo Colombo, 35, 80073 Capri NA, Italy
End point
- Porto Turistico di CapriDarsena, Marina di Caterola, 80073 Capri NA, Italy
Itinerary
Island of Capri (Pass By)
White Grotta (Pass By)
Villa Malaparte (Pass By)
Natural Arch (Pass By)
Faraglioni (Pass By)
Spiaggia di Marina Piccola (Pass By)
Grotta Verde (Pass By)
Punta Carena Lighthouse (Pass By)
Blue Grotto (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Our guide Stefano was amazing and gave us many insights into the island which only a local would know. Very friendly and accommodated what we wanted to see and do. Overall, this was one of the best things we did on our entire vacation. Highly recommended.
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Stefano gave us the fantastic 3 hours that the tour description promises, despite our ferry arriving late and having to store our bags. He is a great captain, host, and guide. We chose not to go into the Blue Grotto for the sake of time at other stops, including a refreshing swim in the Mediterranean. The geology and military history of Capri are fascinating. The boat is comfortable. You can lay out or sit back on the cushioned foredeck. You can opt for max sun or have him put up the Bimini for shade. He keeps his boat immaculately clean. Stefano really makes sure that you are taken care of. Capri is a mob scene of tourists during the day and the best thing you can do while everyone else is jostling with each other is spend a few hours out on the water.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
We’re delighted to hear that Stefano gave you the full experience you were hoping for — even with the late ferry and the extra time needed to store your bags. His passion for Capri, from its geology to its military history, truly shines through, and he’ll be thrilled to know how much you appreciated his guiding and hosting.
We’re also happy that you enjoyed the flexibility of the itinerary, the refreshing swim, and the comfort of the boat — from the cushioned foredeck to the option of full sun or shade under the Bimini. Keeping the boat spotless and making sure guests feel completely taken care of is something Stefano takes great pride in.
You’re absolutely right: escaping the daytime crowds and spending a few hours out on the water is the best way to experience Capri.
We hope to welcome you back on board for another beautiful and relaxing adventure!
This was the perfect boat tour especially to do with your significant other. We did the three hour tour and Stefano was our captain and he was amazing. He gave us plenty of time to swim in beautiful spots, he taught us a lot about the island and history and even took phenomenal pictures of us! Highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear that your three‑hour private tour was such a perfect experience for you and your partner. Stefano will be thrilled to know you appreciated his knowledge, his timing for swimming stops, and of course his photography skills — he truly loves helping guests capture beautiful memories around Capri.
We’re so glad the tour felt relaxed, personal, and memorable.
We hope to welcome you back on board for another amazing day on the water!
Tour was informative and fun. Salvatore was a great tour guide and his passion for the island is evident. He even gave us a great suggestion for lunch afterwards.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it both informative and fun. Our Captain will be thrilled to know that his passion for the island came through! We’re also happy our lunch recommendation helped make your day even more enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back again soon
Had an amazing day, saw all sites and more along with an amazing swim.
Extremely professional and friendly service made our trip and day
Response from Host, Sep 2026
We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing day on board and that you were able to enjoy all the sights of Capri — plus a refreshing swim in our favorite spots.
Our team is thrilled to know that you found the service both professional and friendly; creating memorable days on the water is exactly what we aim for.
We hope to welcome you back again for another beautiful experience around Capri!
I did this boat tour yesterday and it was absolutely amazing! My sister did this tour a few years ago and said we HAD to do it while we were in Capri, and she was so right! Having a private tour with just my boyfriend and I made it feel so special. We had the best guide who was incredibly knowledgeable and extremely accommodating. We learned so much about Capri and loved getting to see the entire island from the water, with multiple stops to swim along the way. Truly one of the highlights of our trip! 🤍🇮🇹🌊
We had a great time. Was very relaxing and our guide was great. Showed everything there was to see around the island of Capri & stopped three diffrent spots to swim. Then a few different spots for scenery.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a relaxing and enjoyable time exploring Capri. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed the swimming stops, the beautiful scenery, and that your guide made the experience even more special. We hope to welcome you back again soon
This was an amazing experience! Note: our Celebrity cruise ship ported in Naples. We didn’t realize that we had to catch the ferry to Capri for our tour. Wecapri worked with us right away to get us where we needed to be and we were still able to see all of Capri! Captain Christopher was very informative, the views were amazing, swimming was perfect - all around a highlight of our cruise! Things to know - there is a bathroom at the marina, but not on the boat. Don’t drink too many beverages before the tour. Water is beautiful, but choppy. We didn’t realize fine with our seabands, but if you have issues you will want to take something beforehand. Christopher made us nice refreshments. Loved this excursion!!!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled that our team was able to help you get to Capri in time and that you enjoyed such a memorable day with us. It was a pleasure having you on board, and we’re especially happy that Captain Christopher made the experience informative, relaxing, and fun. Thank you also for sharing your helpful tips for future guests. We hope to welcome you back to Capri and Wecapri again soon!
This was the highlight of Capri. We were met by Stefano, very friendly, and guided to our boat. Paolo our captain was phenomenal. Very friendly and courteous. We swam in multiple spots around the Island and saw the beauty of Capri from the sea! Would highly recommend!!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that Stefano welcomed you warmly and that Paolo made your experience truly exceptional. Swimming in beautiful spots and seeing Capri from the sea is always unforgettable. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back
Capri is beautiful our tour guide around Capri was superb. We really enjoyed ourselves he showed us places around the island up and close and it was everything we wanted.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed Capri and that your guide made the experience so special. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back again soon!
It was wonderful being out on the water! The boat was nice, the time of the tour was perfect, we loved our captain, too. I would rate this 5 stars, but I rated it a 4 only because our captain was pretty difficult to understand. We tried to listen carefully but I know we missed a lot because it was difficult to understand his English. I want to emphasize that we really liked him and he gave a us a great trip, it just would have been perfection if we could have communicated better. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so happy you enjoyed the tour and your time with the captain. He’s a true local and puts his heart into sharing Capri with our guests. We understand your note about communication — English isn’t their first language, but they always do their best, and we appreciate that you recognized both his authenticity and his effort. Thank you again for recommending us!
Our experience was truly wonderful. Capri is such a beautiful place. Overall, I would highly recommend this boat tour to somebody else. The only flaws I would say was the boat wasn’t super nice, but it was enough to get the job done for sure. The boat advertised in the picture looked a little different. Our tour guide was awesome and really sweet.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words and for recommending our tour — we truly appreciate it. We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed your time in Capri and that your captain made the experience special.
Regarding the boat, we’re sorry if it didn’t fully match your expectations. We use different Capri‑style boats depending on availability, but all are maintained to high standards for safety and comfort. We will review our photos to ensure they reflect the boats more accurately and avoid any confusion in the future.
Thank you again for choosing us — we hope to welcome you back to Capri for another beautiful day on the water.
We had the best time on this boat tour! It was our favorite day of the entire trip. We had plenty of time to swim and sightsee.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
We had the best time on this boat tour! It was our favorite day of the entire trip. We had plenty of time to swim and sightsee.
Luigi was very nice and accommodating. He strives to make sure his customers get the best experience. His boating skills are impressive.
Christopher provided us with an unforgettable experience in Capri. The boat was traditional in design and very well maintained. Our captain gave us information about Capri as we explored the various caves etc. around the island. He gave us a delicious snack of fresh tomatoes and focaccia as well as sparkling water and soft drinks. Highly recommend this tour.
We had a fabulous experience! We met Stefano at the designated spot. They were very communicative prior to our excursion on where and when to meet via the app, email and text.
Very flexible on timing as well when we knew that our ferry from Naples would be a little bit later than the original start time.
Once we met Stefano, he walked us to a golf cart and introduced us to Luigi who would be our guide for the afternoon. (to be honest that is where we were a little bit confused because we didn’t realize Stefano was not going with us)
The golf cart shuttle took us into the marina where their boat was docked (about a 5 minute drive but there are public restrooms to use if need be as well)
Once we boarded the boat, we got to go around the entire island. Luigi gave us a lot of insight into various points of interest. We stopped a couple of times to jump in the water and swim. He offered to take pictures of our family with multiple beautiful backgrounds.
I recommend bringing snacks as going around the entire island can take up to four hours. He has water and juice for free. You can pay for wine and beer. He also has towels to dry off if you choose to swim. Because it is a small boat if you are concerned about getting sea sick keep that in mind! For us waters were pleasant but when we were not going fast the boat does rock side to side a lot in the waves!
We had such a lovely time and so happy we came across the opportunity!!
Excellent guides, great communication, and an absolutely beautiful tour. We had a wonderful time. Would use this company again.
I’m a seasoned traveler and use Viator extensively — in fact, I used it daily over a 10+ day trip through Italy with no issues… until this tour. What was promised was a beautiful, authentic wooden boat — something I specifically chose for my wife and two young children (7 and 9). What showed up was a fake, unsafe-looking “junk boat” that looked nothing like the listing.
When I asked why we weren’t getting the wooden boat advertised, the captain (who claimed to be the owner) told me, “You don’t get to choose the boat. The pictures are just stock images we upload. I pick what you get.” He then told me we either take the ride on this questionable boat or the tour would be canceled with no refund. I explained this was a clear bait-and-switch, and I wasn’t comfortable risking my family’s safety — especially for $500 — but he refused any refund.
When I said I’d contact Viator and even call the police, he laughed and told me, “This is my country, not yours. You’re a nobody here. If you call the police, I’ll have you arrested.” At that point, with my children present, I knew it wasn’t worth escalating further and walked away — both disgusted and stunned.
I’ve since booked with a more reputable company and have contacted Viator to seek a refund. This experience was deceptive, threatening, and entirely unacceptable.
Avoid this operator at all costs — especially if you’re traveling with family.
Our guide Stefano was amazing and gave us many insights into the island which only a local would know. Very friendly and accommodated what we wanted to see and do. Overall, this was one of the best things we did on our entire vacation. Highly recommended.
Fantastic tour! We saw every nook of the island. Such a beautiful location and our captain was very knowledgeable.
Our tour guide was rude, unprofessional, and made my brothers and I feel uncomfortable from the moment we stepped on the boat.
The tour started late because our guide was not at the meeting point at the appropriate time. We got into contact via phone and we were told that he had quickly left to get some food and would be right back. In fairness this really wasn't a problem, as we left only a bit behind schedule and we ended up getting more time than expected at the end of the tour.
The real issues began at the start of the tour, when my brother made the mistake of jumping on the boat instead of stepping on. Although he quickly apologized, our guide immediately got angry and told us to be polite. My brother apologized again, and we were told not to "piss him off" and not to treat him like an idiot becuase he doesn't speak English perfectly (???). My other brother, who has been learning and practicing his Italian, attempted to apologize in Italian, saying "mi dispiace." Our guide then told us to speak English because my brother's Italian was "bullsh*t." He than muttered under his breath to "f**k off."
Well, this clearly put a damper on things as we shoved off and made us all very uncomfortable. We basically sat quietly as he went through his rehersed spiel about the history of Capri. He also answered his phone to talk to somone else in the middle of our tour at least five times. To his credit, he did take us to some great destinations and gave us ample time to swim around. But it doesn't matter, because frankly the trip was ruined when he started it by cursing us out over a small mistake.
Some people might think, "Oh, the stupid Americans must have been insensitive and rude some other ways to cause such a reaction." But no — we were polite and respectful from the moment we met our guide. This all stemmed from my brother embarking on the boat (which was a 3 foot drop) too hard. Maybe he thought we were sarcastic when we apologized? It doesn't matter in the end. I would highly recommend choosing a different boat tour to see Capri. Everyone else we've interacted with in Italy have been incredible, so there's no need to spend a 3-4 hour boat trip with an irritable, hostile, and petulant tour guide.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Dear Customer,
We've rarely encountered rude customers, and unfortunately, this is something we can't control.
It's rude to jump onto a platform and break it when you've been specifically asked to board the boat slowly and without jumping.
We always do our best to ensure a positive experience for everyone who visits the island. Thank you for choosing us.
WeCapri Staff
Didn’t get to experience any of the planned “tour.” After a 6am train from Rome to Naples, then an hour ferry to Capri, I really hoped this 9:30am tour would be worth the day trip and money. We couldn’t find the meeting spot once leaving the ferry but a tour operator called my cell to find us. Our boat captain, Luigi, was very friendly to us and welcomed us aboard the boat by about 10:00am.. Our first stop was the blue grotto at 10:15am. We were warned it could take a long time to wait, but did not understand how unpleasant the experience would be. There is no organization of who goes in what order (large tour boats, mini yachts, people on land, etc.) Luigi explained we would hang out in the boat and wait until we were selected by one of the blue grotto paddle boat operators. We were continually passed over, with noticeable frustration coming from Luigi. After 2 hours (yes 2 hours) Luigi attempted to confront several paddle boat operators, but they were unpleasant and soon Italian banter/arguing dampened our mood and experience. We then were told the sea was becoming too rough, and the blue grotto was closing, after which Luigi became extremely frustrated and spoke to other boats about our experience. No one seemed to care! We were nearly out of time after using it to wait for nothing! Luigi said he would take us somewhere to swim quickly then return to the marina. The spot we stopped at was on the way to the marina and was rougher than we expected, not typical snorkeling water. At that point my son and I were beyond disappointed. My son jumped in the sea and got wet and then returned to the boat. We then were brought back to the marina where we had to walk in 90 + degree heat all the way back to the entry area of Capri (half a mile??) The initial golf cart that drove us to the boat was no longer an option. We were left to navigate our way back ourselves- “go that way.” If the tour company knows the blue grotto can be an issue, then we never should have been taken there first - seemed like a big mistake especially if no one is working together to focus on positive customer experience. There are many separate blue grotto boat tours that only do that (and all made their way in front of us during those 2hrs of waiting). Would not recommend based on our disappointing day.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Dear Customer,
As we have repeatedly stated, we do not manage the Blue Grotto, nor do we control what happens during the wait to enter. We always warn our customers about the long wait and that the time lost there is not made up. Your complaint should be addressed to the company that manages the Blue Grotto.
We always do our best to accommodate your requests.
Thank you once again for choosing us!
WeCapri Staff
Stefano, Eleonora, and their team were AMAZING! They really went above and beyond to ensure a perfect boat tour. They were easy to communicate before the tour and prepped us so we were ready the day of. The tour itself was both informative and fun! We were able to see so much in a reasonable amount of time. I will definitely refer all friends and family!!
Stefan was amazing! This was absolutely one of the highlights of our trip. If you want incredible sites and an incredible photo shoot around the island this is a can’t miss activity. We stayed in Marina Piccola and Stefan came and picked us up right at Scoglio delle Sirene which is the dock right in front of the beach which could not have been more convenient. He showed us so many interesting things around the island, got us in quickly to see the blue grotto, and took us all the way out into the middle of the water to jump in and swim with a view of the entire island. We did the 2.5 hour tour at about 2pm which was perfect. I would recommend this tour to anyone coming to Capri!
What an amazing day at sea with WeCapri 🤩 Stefano and his team toured us around the island gave us history and took us to all the must see spots. Starting with the Blue Grotto…amazing! Then we continued on to see the light house, other grottos and the Faraglioni (which we view from our AirB&B) but it was great to see up close and learn about. LOVE THIS TOUR ❤️
Great way to see the island of Capri, I highly recommend this tour. Stefano was outstanding! The sea was quite rough the day we went, but he made sure we felt comfortable the entire time. He is an A+ captain, and was able to navigate the waves to make it the least bumpy for us. The boat was very nice! We got to lay on the back which was comfortable and also provided great views. Stefano explained the history of Capri throughout which was very interesting. Highly recommend!
Beautiful panoramic view of Capri! Stefano is very knowledgeable and kind! He was very accomodating since seas were a bit rough!
We loved our boat tour of Stefano! From the beginning, he was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. He gave us lots of good info as we were going around the island, and we had a great time. Would highly recommend!
This was the highlight of our entire trip! We were lucky enough to have Paulo be our guide for the day and we can’t say enough wonderful things about him & our entire experience. This is a MUST book!
We had the most amazing experience on our boat trip with Stefano! We did the 4hr tour and it was quite literally so fun and relaxing - we saw the whole island, went into the Blue Grotto, swam in the islands waters, and Stefano explained a bit about the history of Capri as we passed all the cool spots.
On top of that - the boat was great. Towels, waters, a speaker, etc. was provided so everything was so comfortable and welcoming.
We’re recommending all of our friends visiting Capri to tour with “We Capri” and book with Stefano. Thank you so much for the amazing day!!! We will be back again on our next visit
A Dream Day Around Capri with Captain Stefano – Unforgettable!
Our private boat tour around Capri was nothing short of spectacular, and it was all thanks to our amazing captain, Stefano. From the moment we changed, signed some papers and promptly set sail, Stefano made us feel like we were in for a special day—and he did not disappoint.
The entire experience was perfectly curated to us. I wanted to swim as much as possible and my husband wanted to learn all the history and geography. Stefano struck the perfect balance between sharing fascinating historical insights and letting us enjoy our own conversations, which made the trip feel both informative and wonderfully relaxed. Including a short nap when we were feeling a tad sea sick. He took us to stunning spots, including the breathtaking fjords and the enchanting Green Grotto. Although, not super applicable to the tour, it’s a MUST to swim in the Mediterranean. The salinity is very high so you can float without needing to tread water which is just a magical experience. Stefano made sure he stopped at a few spots for swimming and then had a hose of warm water to wash the sea water off.
Each location was more beautiful than the last.
But it wasn’t just the destinations that made this tour exceptional. Stefano’s attention to detail was impeccable—he provided delicious snacks including sun dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese with crackers, and Prosecco that were the perfect complement to our adventure, and his friendly, easygoing nature made the whole experience feel like we were out on the water with a friend. The private nature of the tour needs to be mentioned as well - we saw so many boats with people packed like sardines with no shade. Having a retractable awning and a private boat was worth absolutely every penny.
This boat tour around Capri was the absolute highlight of our trip to Italy. If you’re looking for a day of luxury, unforgettable experiences, stunning scenery, and a knowledgeable guide who knows how to make your experience truly unforgettable, book this tour and ask for Stefano. You won’t regret it!
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