Capri Blue Grotto Small-Group Boat Day Tour From Sorrento
Overview
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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 stunning Sorrento coastline, where you’ll admire the charming fishing village of Marina Grande and the remains of an ancient Roman villa dating back to the 1st century BC.
Upon arrival in Capri, you’ll head directly to the famous Blue Grotto. Please note that the visit to the Blue Grotto is subject to weather conditions and high tide.
Get ready to discover Capri’s most iconic coastal highlights from the sea: the legendary Faraglioni, the Green Grotto, the White Grotto and the historic Punta Carena Lighthouse.
Enjoy refreshing swimming stops in crystal-clear waters and approximately three hours of free time on the island to explore Capri at your own pace.
Return to Sorrento is expected around 3:15 pm.
Please note: the itinerary suggested by Viator is not fixed and may vary depending on sea conditions and the captain’s decisions.
Additional Info
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).
What To Expect
Sailing Sorrento Coast
Leaving from Sorrento port, sail along the Sorrento coastline
Marina Grande - Antico Borgo Marinaro
Pass by the charming fishing village of Marina Grande
Options
Full-day Shared Morning Tour
DISEMBARKATION ON CAPRI: This option includes 3-hour free time to spend on Capri island Duration: 7 hours: The tour lasts 7/8 hours Course standard of the tour
Full-day Private Tour
Blue Grotto: Choose 07:45 am meeting time if you'd like to cut down on wait times at the the Blue Grotto Landing on Capri not included: It is optional and costs €100,00 for the boat docking at the port of Capri.
4-Hour Shared Afternoon Tour
NO DISEMBARKATION ON CAPRI : This option does not include disembarkation on Capri island Duration: 4 hours WHAT WE DO: - Stop at the Blue Grotto (visit not guaranteed) - Tour of Capri island by boat - Stop for swimming FEES TO BE PAID: - Fee for assistance and reception service at embarkation: €7,50 p.p. - Blue Grotto entrance ticket: €18,00 p.p.
Full-day Tour Up to 8 guests
4-Hour Shared Morning Tour
NO DISEMBARKATION ON CAPRI: This option does not include disembarkation on Capri island Duration: 4 hours: This tour lasts 4 hour, from 8:15 am to 12:15 pm WHAT WE DO: - Tour of Capri island by boat - Stop for swimming - Stop at the Blue Grotto (the visit depends on the weather/sea condition) FEES TO BE PAID: - Fee for assistance and reception service at embarkation: €7,50 p.p. - Blue Grotto entrance ticket: €18,00 p.p.
What‘s Included
Life jacket per person on board
Scuba masks
Fuel
Soft drinks, water and beer
Bottle of prosecco per boat
Professional Skipper
Restroom on board
Outdoor shower
Seasonal fruit per group
Fee for assistance and reception service at embarkation and disembarkation
Blue Grotto entrance ticket (optional)
Beach towels
Lunch
If you have allergies, please bring an antihistamine with you in case of insect or jellyfish stings.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2,724 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We had a wonderful time...
Gina S,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful time with Nino and Guiseppe! They had great energy and a wealth of knowledge to share during our travels. We thoroughly enjoyed the beverages and fresh fruit offerings when we stopped to swim. Would go back for this tour in a heartbeat!
The boat guide and...
Peggy R,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The boat guide and captain were great but when it came time to get into the boats for the Blue grotto the boat handlers though friendly were extremely aggressive about tipping. We’re told multiple times in the 5 minute period it took for the ride that we should tip them a suggested 10 euros per passenger!! When we only tipped 5 euros total they were verbally insulting and rude. Totally took away from the altogether experience. Asked other passengers on our boat if it had happened to them and they all said it did and agreed how off putting it was
The boat and staff on the...
Arianna O,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The boat and staff on the boat were nice and included the kids individually a couple times. Ride to capri was beautiful in the morning! Capri was ok. Small, very hot, luckily we got there early and were able to ride the chair lift quickly, but there was easily a line of 100+ people by the time we got off of it. After leaving capri, we headed to the blue grotto. Luckily we went as a large group and were the majority on the boat because we were all pressured to not wait “an hour or more” to get into the grotto. The staff asked us at least 4 times while we waited, if we wanted to not wait any longer as “more boats are showing up, the wait is just getting longer.” It did look very busy, but overall we only ended up waiting 30 minutes before getting into the grotto. I think the staff just didn’t want to wait. Once getting on the boats to go into the grotto, we were taken to a small boat to pay the €18 entrance fee per person, after paying, the person rowing us said “€18 euros to go in and €10 per person for me after for taking you.” When we offered to give him a tip afterwards (less than what he wanted) he began yelling at us and the staff on the boat. Every person rowing a boat back from the grotto demanded cash “for taking you there”, if they didn’t get it, they would yell and demand money. This was similar to when we got off the boat, the two staff on the boat also demanded large tips per person. Definitely frustrating to pay so much for the excursion itself and then essentially have to pay an additional €32 per person to even do what’s promised on the excursion (€15 per person port fee before getting on the boat, and €18 euro per person for the grotto), feel pressured to skip parts of the excursion, and then be demanded and yelled at for not paying 50% of the total cost in additional tips.
Amazing Boat and Land Tour of Capri!
Rebecca J,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Giuseppe and Silvestro we're incredible tour guides! Very knowledgeable about the area and kept us hydrated and active. We were able to go swimming twice and explore the island of Capri on our own time! I would highly recommend to anyone else,!
Once in a lifetime experience
Kristen U,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing experience. Our tour guide was exceptional. We loved his Italian singing and seeing the Blue Grotto was even more beautiful than we imagined. Would highly recommend this experience.
Great experience! Thankyou Paola
aneesha044,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had my tour with Paola and she was absolutely wonderfull, was so imformative but fun and truly made the whole trip a blast , highly recomend!!
Excellent Hospitality!
Climber01709036693,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Enrico and Orsola attended to every detail so that we could enjoy the day. They helped us get the most out of our day including the blue grotto, Capri island visit, lunch and cruising swimming experience. The most beautiful views and historic stories. Topped off with a beautiful fruit tray, drinks and swimming at spot with amazing views!
Capri boat tour
451traciem,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Agata was wonderful! We had some timing issues but she worked with us and made our experience so memorable! We loved it! Thank you!
Lovely Capri!
GoPlaces283553,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great time! Would recommend to anyone that loves beautiful water and shopping galore!! Beautiful island!!
A must do experience!!
Edward S,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00MSB the captain were excellent once again!! The Capri was a beautiful experience! The sights, blue grotto, the views, the town, was a beautiful experience!!!
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