POSITANO SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Capri by Private Gozzo: Full-day voyage from Positano with a stop at the Blue Grotto
A private, approximately eight-hour boat tour from Positano that visits Capri—optionally entering the famed Grotta Azzurra—and includes swim stops in the Bay of Recommone; this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.
Capri by Private Gozzo: Full-day voyage from Positano with a stop at the Blue Grotto.
Departing from Positano, this private boat excursion takes you around the island of Capri in a 10 m gozzo, offering an all-day panorama of sheer limestone cliffs, hidden sea caves and crystalline Mediterranean waters, with an optional visit to the Blue Grotto and a swim stop in the protected Baia di Recommone.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Grotta Azzurra — the electric blue cave
The optional stop at the Grotta Azzurra lets you approach one of Capri’s most famous sights: entry is weather-dependent, requires transshipment to a small rowboat, and typically involves a minimum wait of about 30 minutes; entrance tickets are purchased on site.
Private gozzo comfort and service
The tour runs on a private 10 m gozzo with sun cushions, a shaded awning, freshwater shower, onboard WC and safety equipment; the operator supplies towels, mineral water, soft drinks and prosecco for the day.
Swimming in the protected Baia di Recommone
After touring Capri and, if chosen, visiting Marina Grande, the return route often includes a recommended stop to swim inside the Area Marina Protetta Punta Campanella at the Bay of Recommone for a final dip before heading back to Positano.
What the day feels like
How the day unfolds
You board in Positano in the morning for an about-eight-hour private cruise around Capri: the captain navigates the island’s coastline, offers one or more swim stops as conditions allow, brings you to Marina Grande if you choose to go ashore on Capri, and schedules the return along the Sorrentine coast with a recommended stop at Baia di Recommone.
THE ICON
Grotta Azzurra — the electric blue cave
The optional stop at the Grotta Azzurra lets you approach one of Capri’s most famous sights: entry is weather-dependent, requires transshipment to a small rowboat, and typically involves a minimum wait of about 30 minutes; entrance tickets are purchased on site.
THE BOAT
Private gozzo comfort and service
The tour runs on a private 10 m gozzo with sun cushions, a shaded awning, freshwater shower, onboard WC and safety equipment; the operator supplies towels, mineral water, soft drinks and prosecco for the day.
THE WATER
Swimming in the protected Baia di Recommone
After touring Capri and, if chosen, visiting Marina Grande, the return route often includes a recommended stop to swim inside the Area Marina Protetta Punta Campanella at the Bay of Recommone for a final dip before heading back to Positano.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private Capri tour suits—and who should plan accordingly.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The private excursion runs for approximately 8 hours (typical day 09:30–17:00).
Bring sunscreen, a light jacket or sweater for cooler sea breezes, comfortable shoes for any brief shore time, and a seasickness remedy if you are susceptible; towels and some beverages are provided onboard.
Cold drinks, mineral water and prosecco are included; lunch is not included but the operator can suggest restaurants ashore in Capri.
The tour price does not include the optional Grotta Azzurra entrance fee or the port/berthing voucher for Marina Grande; the harbor/berthing fee for Capri is payable in cash at check-in.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the tour last?
The private Capri tour lasts approximately eight hours (typical schedule 09:30–17:00).
What is the price for a private boat?
The private tour price is €1,400 for up to 12 people.
Is visiting the Blue Grotto included?
No—the Blue Grotto visit is optional; entrance costs are paid on site and require boarding a small rowboat; entrance is possible only if weather and sea conditions allow.
Are drinks and towels provided?
Yes—towels and a selection of nonalcoholic refreshments, mineral water and prosecco are provided aboard.
Are there extra port or docking fees?
Yes—if you land at Marina Grande there is an additional port/berthing voucher of €100 to be paid in cash at check-in for harbor taxes and rights of landing.
What happens if the Grotta Azzurra is closed due to weather?
Entry to the Grotta Azzurra is weather-dependent; if conditions prevent access the visit cannot take place and the operator is not responsible for grotto closures.