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Capri Blue Grotto Small-Group Boat Day Tour From Sorrento

4.7 Great 2980 reviews
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7h–8h
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English, Italian
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

Morning boat, grotto attempt in our Capri Day Trips comparison.

Trade-off: Base morning tier has no landing; grotto ticket extra.

Last checked: September 22, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

An early boat from Sorrento that heads straight for the Blue Grotto before the island crowds build, with a skipper, masks and drinks on board. The grotto ticket is paid on site and the visit depends on the sea; if it is closed you get extra swim or island time instead, and lunch is not included. 4.74 from 2,980 reviews at €99 per person.

From the guide

The perfect tour to experience Capri in the early morning and avoid the island’s peak crowds.

Your journey begins with a scenic cruise along the stunning Sorrento coastline, where you’ll admire the charming fishing village of Marina Grande and the remains of an ancient Roman villa dating back to the 1st century BC.

Upon arrival in Capri, you’ll head directly to the famous Blue Grotto. Please note that the visit to the Blue Grotto is subject to weather conditions and high tide.

Get ready to discover Capri’s most iconic coastal highlights from the sea: the legendary Faraglioni, the Green Grotto, the White Grotto and the historic Punta Carena Lighthouse.

Enjoy refreshing swimming stops in crystal-clear waters and approximately three hours of free time on the island to explore Capri at your own pace.

Return to Sorrento is expected around 3:15 pm.

Please note: the itinerary suggested by Viator is not fixed and may vary depending on sea conditions and the captain’s decisions.

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 5 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

4-Hour Shared Morning Tour

from €99 / person
Guide: English, Italian

NO DISEMBARKATION ON CAPRI: This option does not include disembarkation on Capri island

What this option includes

Duration: 4 hours: This tour lasts 4 hour, from 8:15 am to 12:15 pm

WHAT WE DO: - Tour of Capri island by boat

- Stop for swimming

- Stop at the Blue Grotto (the visit depends on the weather/sea condition)

FEES TO BE PAID: - Fee for assistance and reception service at embarkation: €7,50 p.p.

- Blue Grotto entrance ticket: €18,00 p.p.

Full-day Shared Morning Tour

from €118 / person
Guide: English, Italian

DISEMBARKATION ON CAPRI: This option includes 3-hour free time to spend on Capri island

What this option includes

Duration: 7 hours: The tour lasts 7/8 hours

Course standard of the tour

4-Hour Shared Afternoon Tour

from €125 / person
Guide: English, Italian

NO DISEMBARKATION ON CAPRI : This option does not include disembarkation on Capri island

What this option includes

Duration: 4 hours

WHAT WE DO: - Stop at the Blue Grotto (visit not guaranteed)

- Tour of Capri island by boat

- Stop for swimming

FEES TO BE PAID: - Fee for assistance and reception service at embarkation: €7,50 p.p.

- Blue Grotto entrance ticket: €18,00 p.p.

Full-day Tour Up to 8 guests

from €199 / person
Guide: English, Italian

Full-day Private Tour

from €800 / person (for 2+ people)
Guide: English, Italian

Blue Grotto: Choose 07:45 am meeting time if you'd like to cut down on wait times at the the Blue Grotto

What this option includes

Landing on Capri not included: It is optional and costs €100,00 for the boat docking at the port of Capri.

Compared with other Capri Day Trips

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #24 of 28€997h–8h4.74 (2980)shared, max 8
Private Capri Boat Tour Local Gems and Prosecco Best Seller€1250 per group7h4.97 (777)private
Capri Guided Boat Experience with Island Exploration and Transfer€997h4.95 (444)shared
Full-Day Private Capri Boat Tour€750 per group7h4.99 (195)private

Ranked #24 of 28 in Capri Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €63 to €825, median €119; typical length 7h. 9 of 28 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 28 Capri Day Trips

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 07:45, 08:00, 08:15, 09:30, 15:30
Scheduled through November 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 07:45, 08:00, 08:15, 09:30, 15:30. Scheduled through November 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 22, 2026.

What's Included

Scuba masks and life jacket per person on board
Soft drinks, water, beer and seasonal fruit per group
Fuel
Restroom on board and outdoor shower
Bottle of prosecco per boat
Professional Skipper

What's Not Included

Fee for assistance and reception service at embarkation and disembarkation
Blue Grotto entrance ticket (optional)
Beach towels
Lunch
If you have allergies, please bring an antihistamine with you in case of insect or jellyfish stings.

Itinerary

Sailing Sorrento Coast Stop 1
Leaving from Sorrento port, sail along the Sorrento coastline
Pass by
Marina Grande - Antico Borgo Marinaro Stop 2
Pass by the charming fishing village of Marina Grande
Pass by
Bagni Regina Giovanna Stop 3
Pass by an ancient Roman villa dating back to the 1st century BC.
Pass by
Blue Grotto Stop 4
This tour will allow you to visit the Blue Grotto as soon as you arrive on Capri, thus avoiding waiting times. The visit is dependent on the weather/sea conditions.
1h
Punta Carena Lighthouse Stop 5
Pass by one of the oldest lighthouses in Italy, from which you can see the ancient path of the Bourbon forts.
Pass by
Grotta Verde Stop 6
The Green Grotto, classified by speleologists as secondary (i.e. produced, due to destructive phenomena, after the formation of the mother rock), is composed of the oldest sedimentary rock on Capri, dolomite.
2 min
Faraglioni Stop 7
Pass by the legendary Faraglioni rocks. Stop to take souvenir photos.
10 min
White Grotta Stop 8
You can see, among the white limestone rocks, the strong contrast between the light of the cave and the blue of the sea, making this place surreal also thanks to the thick and suggestive stalactites and stalagmites.
2 min
Capri Stop 9
Disembarkation on the island. Visit Capri's main attractions: the main square (La Piazzetta), Via Camerelle (Capri's most famous street for shopping in international brand shops) and the Augustus Gardens.
3h
Capri Stop 10
Stop for swimming. Depending on the season, there will be two stops for swimming (before and after the walking tour of the island) lasting approximately 20-30 minutes each, or a single stop (after the walking tour of the island) lasting approximately 45-50 minutes.
45 min
Sailing Sorrento Coast Stop 11
Return to Sorrento. Disembarkation at Sorrento port around 3:15 pm
30 min

Departure & Return

Start point

A member of our team will be waiting for you in the square between La Scogliera Kitchen & Bar and Ruccio Restaurant wearing a T-shirt with MBS logo on it.

End point

A member of our team will be waiting for you in the square between La Scogliera Kitchen & Bar and Ruccio Restaurant wearing a T-shirt with MBS logo on it.

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In the event that the Blue Grotto is closed due to adverse weather conditions or high tide, we will offer our guests additional time on the island or a longer swimming stop (this will be agreed directly on board with our captain).

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 99 / person