About this tour
Spend seven to eight hours aboard a nimble open motorboat tracing the Amalfi Coast's dramatic cliffs and hidden coves. Your English-speaking captain navigates you past Positano and Amalfi, pulling into quiet bays and under sea arches while you lounge on deck with cold drinks and snacks. The 40-horsepower vessel carries just a handful of passengers, making it a low-key alternative to crowded tour boats—ideal for couples wanting genuine connection with the coastline rather than a scripted schedule.
Highlights
- Skip the coach queues; see Positano and Amalfi from the water
- Emerald Grotto exploration with optional entry
- Prosecco, limoncello, and local snacks throughout the day
- Small open boat holds few passengers; unhurried pace
- Pickup and drop-off arranged from your base in Sorrento
What to expect
You'll board a sleek open boat—no cabin, no shade awning—so dress for sun and salt spray. The captain charts a flexible route, anchoring at viewpoints and swimming spots along the coast. Stops at Positano and Amalfi are brief; you're seeing them from the water and perhaps drifting past rather than docking for hours. Emerald Grotto visits depend on sea conditions. Expect gentle rocking and engine noise. Bring sunscreen and a light layer for wind on the water.
Good to know
Emerald Grotto entry fees (€7 per person) and fuel are extra. The boat is unsuitable for pregnant travellers, those with spinal injuries, or serious heart conditions. Infants must sit on an adult's lap—no separate seating. Rough seas occasionally cancel trips. Pick-up spots and exact timings are confirmed upon booking.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.