Capri Boat Tour from Sorrento

Beyond the Blue Grotto the circuit continues past the White Grotto, the Green Grotto and several sheltered swimming spots along Capri's quieter northern coast, where the water is an extraordinary shade of turquoise and the seabed is visible far below. Most BlueKeys tours allow two to three hours ashore in Capri town or Anacapri — enough time for the chairlift to Monte Solaro with its panoramic views, a stroll through the Gardens of Augustus or a glass of limoncello at a cliff-top cafe. Private charters from Sorrento to Capri offer a different world: your own vessel, your own schedule and a skipper who knows the secret anchorages. Arrive at the Blue Grotto before the crowds, linger in quiet bays large tour boats never visit, and end the day with a sundowner at the Faraglioni.

Practical tips: book at least 48 hours ahead; five to seven days is recommended in July and August. Group tours start from around €80 per person including the circumnavigation and island time. The Blue Grotto can close in rough weather — your skipper will advise on the day, and the alternative grottos are equally spectacular. Bring high-SPF sunscreen, a hat, a waterproof camera, cash for grotto entry and a light layer for the crossing. Lunch can be arranged aboard or ashore. For an even bigger day, combine with a boat excursion from Sorrento or a sunset cruise. Explore holiday homes near Sorrento.

BlueKeys operators follow the Gulf of Naples National Park guidelines — no anchoring on protected seagrass, no single-use plastics aboard and engines off during swimming stops. We believe the best way to protect Capri is to show every visitor why this extraordinary island deserves protecting.