Private Boat Hire on the Amalfi Coast

The most popular private charter routes from Positano and Sorrento include the full Amalfi Coast day: departing from Sorrento or Positano, heading south past Praiano to the Fiordo di Furore, continuing to Amalfi Town and the Grotta dello Smeraldo (Emerald Cave), then returning via the Marina di Praia cove. A round trip covering the best of the coast typically takes 6–7 hours. Capri day trips by private boat — the island's Blue Grotto, Faraglioni stacks and Marina Piccola — are also enormously popular and take 8–9 hours from Sorrento.

Boat models range from classic wooden gozzo siciliano (perfect for 2–4 guests who want the traditional Amalfi look) to modern fibreglass motorboats with sun loungers and shade canopies (ideal for families up to 8 guests) and luxury day cruisers with cabin, kitchen and proper WC facilities for full-day comfort. All skippers hold Italian maritime licences and carry full insurance. Safety equipment — life jackets in all sizes, first aid kit, emergency flares — is standard on every vessel.

Pricing for private boat hire on the Amalfi Coast depends on boat type and duration. Half-day hire (4 hours) starts from approximately €250 for a small gozzo and €400–€600 for a larger motorboat. Full-day hire (7–8 hours) starts from €400 and rises to €900–€1,400 for premium vessels. Fuel is usually included in the rate; port fees and skipper tip are additional. Request a custom quote for your exact party size and preferred dates.

Combining a private boat with a BlueKeys villa stay creates the ultimate Amalfi Coast experience. Wake up in a cliffside villa in Positano, take a private boat to a secluded swimming cove for breakfast, then continue to Capri for lunch before returning for sunset cocktails on your terrace. Our concierge team can arrange the full package — accommodation, boat, restaurant bookings and airport transfers. Explore holiday villas or contact us to plan a combined stay.

The best months for private boat hire are May, June, September and October. The sea is warm, the crowds are manageable and the light is exceptional — especially in May when the lemon groves are in full bloom. July and August are perfectly viable but book early: private boats are the first to sell out in peak season, especially for weekend departure dates. Winter charter is possible on calm days, and the coast has an otherworldly quiet quality between November and March.