Boat Tour Around Capri

Every Capri boat tour with BlueKeys includes a professional skipper who knows the island intimately, a sun awning, cushioned seating, complimentary snorkelling gear with masks and fins, soft beach towels, a Bluetooth speaker, and a cooler stocked with chilled water, soft drinks, prosecco and seasonal fruit. During the circumnavigation the skipper anchors at one or two of Capri's most sheltered bays for swimming stops in crystal-clear water where the seabed is visible far below and colourful fish dart between rocky formations. These hidden bays, accessible only by boat, offer calm conditions and extraordinary visibility for snorkelling. On private charters you can add a Caprese aperitivo platter, a bottle of champagne or arrange a seaside lunch reservation at one of the island's legendary waterfront restaurants.

Route highlights include the Faraglioni rocks, the Blue Grotto, the White Grotto with its stalactite formations, the Green Grotto glowing with reflected light, the Punta Carena lighthouse and the Natural Arch. After the circumnavigation, most tours provide two to three hours of free time on the island. Take the funicular from Marina Grande to the Piazzetta, stroll through the designer boutiques of Via Camerelle, walk to the Gardens of Augustus for sweeping views of the Faraglioni, or ride the chairlift from Anacapri to Monte Solaro for a 360-degree panorama spanning the Gulf of Naples. A sunset cruise on the return journey makes the perfect finale, with the Amalfi Coast glowing amber as the sun sets behind the Lattari Mountains.

The best time of year for a Capri boat tour is May through October. May, June and September offer the ideal balance — the sea is warm enough for comfortable swimming at 22–25 °C, queues at the Blue Grotto are shorter than in peak summer, and the light is soft and golden for photography. July and August provide the warmest water but busier harbours and longer waits at the grotto, so early-morning departures are strongly recommended. Booking two to three days in advance secures your preferred date in high season.

Booking with BlueKeys is straightforward: select your date, departure port and tour format on our website, confirm instantly and receive a digital voucher with meeting-point details. Arrive at the marina fifteen minutes before departure. Bring high-SPF reef-safe sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, polarised sunglasses, a light jacket for the open-water crossing and comfortable walking shoes for exploring Capri town. A waterproof phone pouch is essential for swimming stops. If you are sensitive to motion, take seasickness medication thirty minutes before the crossing — open water between the mainland and Capri can be choppier than coastal routes. Group tours (8–12 guests) start from around €85 per person for a full-day trip including island time. Private charters start from €600 and offer complete flexibility on timing, route and stops. Combine your tour with a Sorrento apartment or Positano holiday home for the complete experience.