Amalfi Coast & Positano: Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Drinks
Description
Explore the Amalfi Coast on a small-group boat tour (max 12 guests) with departure options from Amalfi, Positano, Sorrento or Salerno. Choose between half-day coastal cruises or full-day experiences that also include free time in Positano and Amalfi. Travel aboard a traditional Amalfi Coast “gozzo” boat equipped with shade canopy, restroom, and freshwater shower. Along the way, cruise past dramatic cliffs, colorful seaside villages, natural rock arches, and sea grottoes accessible only by water. All options include multiple swimming and snorkeling stops, with equipment provided on board. Enjoy fresh fruit and a selection of drinks including water, soft drinks, beer, prosecco, and limoncello. Half-day tours focus on scenic cruising and swimming between Amalfi and Positano. Full-day options depart from Sorrento or Salerno and include approximately 1.5 hours of independent time in both Positano and Amalfi. Select your preferred departure point and duration when booking.
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Itinerary
TOUR OVERVIEW: The tour may depart from Amalfi, Positano, Sorrento or Salerno depending on the selected option (availability may vary by date). The route and order of stops will vary accordingly. Half-day options depart from Amalfi or Positano and focus on cruising and swimming along the stretch of coast between the two towns. Full-day options depart from Sorrento or Salerno and include approximately 1.5 hours of free time in Positano and 1.5 hours in Amalfi, during which guests may enjoy lunch at their leisure (not included), in addition to the coastal cruise and swimming stops. --- ITINERARY: Cruising near Amalfi, you'll pass beaches, sea caves, and ancient watchtowers, with chances to swim or snorkel in crystal-clear waters. Highlights along this stretch include the vast Saint Andrew’s Grotto, the striking Arc of Lovers, and the scenic village of Conca dei Marini, where you’ll spot Sophia Loren’s villa and the historic Il Saraceno hotel.
The picturesque bay of Conca dei Marini opens into panoramic views of Furore, Praiano, and the islands of Li Galli and Capri, with a glimpse of the iconic Faraglioni Rocks. Here, you’ll stop near the Runghetiello Grotto, a charming little sea cave with a tiny beach — perfect for swimming or snorkeling. During the break, enjoy fresh fruit served on board with a selection of drinks, including prosecco, Limoncello, beer, and soft drinks.
Nearby lies the dramatic Furore Fjord, Italy’s only natural fjord. Towering cliffs surround a narrow inlet, over which stretches a high bridge — the site of the international diving competition MarMeeting, where athletes from around the world plunge 28 meters into the sea below each July.
Continuing along the coast, the boat cruises past the quiet village of Praiano, offering a close look at the Africana Grotto. Inside this larger sea cave, the water takes on an intense blue hue thanks to a unique play of light and underwater rock.
As you cruise past Capo Sottile toward Positano, you’ll marvel at its colorful cliffside homes and beautiful beaches. A stop at La Porta, a peaceful, boat-access-only beach, offers another chance to swim or snorkel in uncrowded waters. During this break, relax and enjoy fresh fruit along with a variety of drinks, including prosecco, Limoncello, beer, and sodas.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(895)
Must do experience in the Amalfi coast. Alex was a great guide and made the experience perfect. The locations to swim and snorkel were really nice as well. Highly recommend.
I’d definitely book this tour again through this exact same company! But read my review to be fully informed on EVERYTHING. Our captain, Dominic (?), was fun, professional, and knowledgable. He also took AMAZING photos of me. But the tour was only 3.5 hours; we started late and arrived early. It’s not a huge deal, but when you pay hundreds of dollars you want to enjoy the experience to the fullest. All four boats came and left at the same time, so I think it’s a company-wide thing. Definitely not Dominic’s fault. The “snacks” were 1-2 slices of melon per person, so don’t come with an empty stomach. If you’re not good with rocky boats, this isn’t for you. I thought it was fine, but my mom didn’t come with us because she knew the rocking would be scary for her. Look up videos of small-sized 15 passenger boats on Amalfi before booking, so that you’re well informed. Don’t bring a lot of stuff because it will get WET. Just bring a towel and a waterproof pouch protecting your phone. My dad’s bag got soaked, and same with some other girls. But we knew not to carry anything important, so we didn’t care that it got wet. I never ended up seeing the toilet, it was below deck. It didn’t even seem like you’d be able to stand upright while down there. So I had no interest in that. And I’m pretty sure the “shower” is just the water hose I saw Dominic use a few times. They’re definitely misleading with that. At the very end going back to the dock, we go superrrr fast. I absolutely loved it. But if you’re hoping for a peaceful boat ride, the second half will make you scared. We crashed into the waves at high speeds. Nothing dangerous or scary, but it definitely made you put your phone down and make sure you had at least one hand steadying yourself. The view was so freaking amazing and every aspect of this company is fabulous. So grateful for the experience. And I preferred being with a group or 15 vs just my family.
The ride was gorgeous and we had great drinks and the boat was not overcrowded though the boats were small. We were disappointed that we couldn’t go to Capri. The boat tour director and boat driver were professional and friendly.
Giovanni Mario was extremely professional and accommodating. We were a family of 6- grandparents, parents, and kids 10 and 9 years old- and he was able to meet our needs while also catering to the younger, single girls on the experience with us that were looking for a slightly wilder time. It was one of our favorite experiences of the trip. Highly recommend for a family wishing to explore the Amalfi coast with some adventure and excitement for the kids (and adults, alike!)
We had such a great time on this boat tour and it ended up being one of the highlights of our Amalfi Coast trip. The boat was spotless, comfortable, and very well maintained. With only 10 people on board, it never felt crowded and there was plenty of room to move around and enjoy the views. Our skipper was excellent—friendly, welcoming, and really knowledgeable about the Amalfi Coast. His English was fantastic, so it was easy to follow all the interesting information and stories he shared along the way. There were plenty of complimentary drinks throughout the trip, and we had a generous amount of time to swim in the beautiful clear water without feeling rushed. From start to finish, everything was well organized and relaxed. If you’re looking for a comfortable, small-group boat tour with a great skipper, I couldn’t recommend this experience more!
It was a beautiful day out. Very friendly guides. If you are travelling in summer keep up the water that is offered the humidity is harsh.
Not as advertised. Pictures are significantly misleading. There was no coral reef. We swam where fish were present, but again not like it is advertised in the picture. The advertised facilities such as showers were non existent and quantity of beverages and “fruit” consisted of a few selections of drinks and one sliced up melon. The equipment provided was worn. Mask and snorkels leaked water, and uncertain if the equipment was sanitized.
Great communications and very punctual. Our driver was very nice and drove us safely to the drop off point for Path of the Gods where we were meeting our guide.
Great hosts, explaining much of the coast, helped to take a lot of great pics. Loved being on the water and in the water on a very hot afternoon. Beautiful boat, thank you!!
This was amazing. A very nice boat with only ten people. Two beautiful swimming spots with clear warm waters, historical talking points and two stops. We went the first week in August. This exceeded my expectations. My 20 year old son and I had an outstanding time. The views are breathtaking and the boat ride is so relaxing and enjoyable. You can sit in the covered canopy area or in front (full sun). There is music and some beverage toasts. I will recommend this to everyone.
