CAPRI BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Circle Capri: A small-boat sweep of caves, crystalline swims and the Blue Grotto option
A compact small-group boat tour around Capri’s coastline that visits the island’s caves and includes a swim stop—this guide explains what to expect, what’s included, and how the Blue Grotto option works.
Circle Capri: A small-boat sweep of caves, crystalline swims and the Blue Grotto option.
Set off from Capri’s harbor for a close-in lap of the island’s limestone cliffs, visiting the ring of sea caves and pausing for a swim in waters that can be startlingly clear. The Friendly Tour is offered in two trims—2 hours or 3 hours—and the longer option makes the visit to the Blue Grotto possible, turning the outing from a refreshing coastal cruise into a true island highlight.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
An optional luminous cavern — available on the longer tour
The tour’s 3-hour option includes the possibility of visiting the Blue Grotto; access to the grotto requires a separate ticket paid on site (18€ per person) and is not included in the base tour price.
A circuit of Capri’s sea caves
The route circles the island with stops to approach and view the various caves carved into Capri’s shoreline, giving travelers a close perspective on the island’s coastal geology and grotto entrances.
A refreshing swim stop
Every departure includes a dedicated stop for a swim, letting passengers jump into the clear Tyrrhenian water and break up the cruise with time afloat alongside Capri’s cliffs.
What the day feels like
What the trip feels like
The Friendly Tour is a concise, small-group circuit: a skipper navigates a gentle loop around Capri, easing alongside caverns and cliff faces, pausing so the group can swim, and—on the 3-hour run—making an attempt at the island’s famed Blue Grotto. Included on every departure is a soft drink; the short duration keeps the outing breezy and focused on the shorelines and sea stacks that define Capri.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and a caution to check for any operator restrictions.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The experience is offered in two durations (2 hours or 3 hours); the Blue Grotto visit is possible only with the 3-hour option.
Each tour includes one soft drink per person, fuel and the skipper.
Tips and food are not included. The Blue Grotto ticket (18€ per person) is not included and applies only if visiting the grotto on the 3-hour tour.
If you choose the 3-hour tour and the Blue Grotto visit is possible, expect to pay the grotto entry fee (18€ per person) separately at the site.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Friendly Tour?
The tour is offered in two durations: 2 hours or 3 hours.
Is the Blue Grotto included?
The Blue Grotto visit is possible only on the 3-hour tour and requires a separate ticket (18€ per person) to be paid on site.
What is included in the tour price?
Each booking includes one soft drink per person, fuel and the skipper.
Are food and tips included?
No. Food and tips are not included in the tour price.
Who operates the Friendly Tour?
The tour is operated by Capri Whales and runs around the island of Capri.
Is swimming part of the itinerary?
Yes. The itinerary includes a stop for a swim during the circuit around the island.