Boat Tour from Amalfi

Every boat tour from Amalfi includes a professional local skipper who knows the coastline intimately, a sun awning for shade, cushioned seating, complimentary snorkelling gear with masks and fins, beach towels, a Bluetooth speaker and a cooler stocked with chilled water, soft drinks and local white wine. During the voyage the skipper anchors in one or two sheltered coves for swimming stops where the water is crystal clear and the seabed is visible metres below. These hidden bays, accessible only from the sea, offer calm conditions ideal for snorkelling among colourful fish and rocky formations. On private charters you can add a prosecco aperitivo, a fresh-fruit platter or arrange a seaside restaurant lunch stop in Nerano or Praiano.

The route highlights on the western itinerary include the Emerald Grotto, the Furore Fjord, the cliffside tower of Praiano, the Li Galli islands — once owned by Rudolf Nureyev — and the legendary panorama of Positano from the sea. If you choose the eastern route, look for the tiny archway connecting Amalfi to Atrani, the lemon terraces of Minori and the colourful fishing nets drying on Cetara's harbour wall. Sunset cruises departing from Amalfi are especially breathtaking as the fading light sets the Duomo facade and the stacked houses ablaze in amber and rose.

The best time of year for a boat tour from Amalfi is May through October. June and September strike the ideal balance — sea temperatures hover around 22–25 °C, summer crowds have not yet peaked or have already thinned, and the light is soft and golden. July and August offer the warmest water for swimming but busier harbours and higher demand, so booking in advance is recommended. Early-morning departures in high season let you enjoy the grottoes and swimming coves before day-trippers arrive.

Booking with BlueKeys is straightforward: select your preferred date and tour format on our website, confirm instantly and receive a digital voucher with meeting-point details. Arrive at Amalfi harbour fifteen minutes before departure wearing a swimsuit under light clothing. Pack high-SPF reef-safe sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, polarised sunglasses, a waterproof phone pouch and a light windbreaker for the afternoon breeze. Shoes with rubber soles make boarding easier on the harbour steps. If you are prone to motion sickness, take medication thirty minutes before departure — coastal waters around Amalfi are generally calm. Combine your boat tour with a holiday stay on the coast or arrange a transfer from Naples airport for a seamless experience.