Amalfi Coast Boat and Snorkeling Tour in Small Group | Half-day
Overview
The route to Positano will take us along Amalfi’s finest beaches as well as close to natural rock arches and into sea caves, giving us the opportunity to admire the old watch towers that dot the entire length of this coast.
We will pause at beaches reachable only by sea and have time to go snorkeling or swimming in crystal-clear waters and into grottos (snorkeling equipment provided by us).
Our boats are 8 to 10 meters (26.2 to 32.8 feet) Amalfi Coast "Gozzo", a very evocative and spacious type of boat original of this area and used by locals since ancient times.
All boats have a little bathroom that can be used in case of necessity during the breaks.
Inclusions
- Restroom on board
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Life jackets (on request), floating devices (pool noodles), snorkeling equipment (mask and snorkel)
- Bottled water
- Soda/Pop - Soft drinks
- Alcoholic Beverages - Beer, Italian Prosecco, Limoncello
- Snacks - Fresh fruit
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Amalfi, Amalfi, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, Campania
Once everybody has jumped on board and had a little briefing about how we're going to spend the day, we will be ready to set off to the west towards Positano.
The route will take us along Amalfi Coast’s finest beaches as well as close to natural rock arches and into sea caves, giving us the opportunity to admire the old watch towers that dot the entire length of this coast.
We will pause at beaches reachable only by sea and have time to go snorkeling or swimming in crystal-clear waters and into grottoes.
Not too far from the starting point, right after leaving the center of Amalfi, we will get close to the Saint Andrew Grotto, a huge natural sea cave full of stalactites named after the patron saint of Amalfi (Andrea).
Then, once passed Duoglio and Santa Croce beaches, we will stop by the "Arc of Lovers", a natural rock arch created millions of years ago by the erosion of the sea whose shape recalls two elephants in the act of kissing. Up to not too long ago young couples used to get married on the top of it.
A little later we will cruise in front of the ancient fishermen village of Conca dei Marini, passing near the villa of Sophia Loren and seeing the historic hotel “Il Saraceno” located on La Vite Beach.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Conca dei Marini, Conca dei Marini, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, Campania
Conca dei Marini used to be an ancient fishermen village. Here we will have a beautiful view of Furore and Praiano villages and the islands of Li Galli and Capri, together with the well-known Faraglioni Rocks. Further inside this basin we will find the little Runghetiello Grotto and its tiny beach, where we will anchor for a break and to go swimming or snorkeling.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Fiordo di Furore, Via Marina di Praia 2, 84010, Furore Italy
Right after leaving Conca dei Marini village, we will reach then the famous Furore Fjord, the only natural fjord we have in Italy and location of the international diving competition "MarMeeting": every year in July, professional divers from around the world compete by jumping from the top of the bridge which is 28 meters high.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Praiano, Praiano, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, Campania
Navigating little farther onward to the village of Praiano we will be able to have a close look of a bigger sea cave, the Africana Grotto, where the water has a distinctive blue color thanks to the unique refraction of light.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Positano, Positano, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, Campania
Finally we will go round Capo Sottile and continue cruising to Positano, where we will have another break for snorkeling at a beach reachable only by the sea and so not crowded at all: La Porta.
The return trip to Amalfi will give us a different but equally remarkable view of both sea and land.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Very lovely experience! Raphael was a wonderful guide, the boat was excellent, and the setting was pristine. Would strongly recommend this outing to friends and family!
Very lovely experience! Raphael was a wonderful guide, the boat was excellent, and the setting was pristine. Would strongly recommend this outing to friends and family!It was such an amazing experience. It was my first time snorkeling and I really enjoyed it. Raphael was such an amazing captain explaining about the coast line and showing beautiful places as well. Definitely worth it!
It was such an amazing experience. It was my first time snorkeling and I really enjoyed it. Raphael was such an amazing captain explaining about the coast line and showing beautiful places as well. Definitely worth it!Raphael was an amazing captain and tour guide, we had so much fun! Informative boat ride along the coast with plenty of time for swimming and snorkeling, plus refreshments prepared when we got back onboard. We loved the Limoncello and prosecco :) Amazing value for money, thank you very much!
Raphael was an amazing captain and tour guide, we had so much fun! Informative boat ride along the coast with plenty of time for swimming and snorkeling, plus refreshments prepared when we got back onboard. We loved the Limoncello and prosecco :) Amazing value for money, thank you very much!After spending 3 weeks in Italy, Antonio & Raphael’s boat tour was one of the favorite experiences of our trip! Captain Raphael was very knowledgeable and accommodating. We learned a lot of interesting facts about the Amalfi Coast. The tour was exactly as advertised and the guides created a great...
After spending 3 weeks in Italy, Antonio & Raphael’s boat tour was one of the favorite experiences of our trip! Captain Raphael was very knowledgeable and accommodating. We learned a lot of interesting facts about the Amalfi Coast. The tour was exactly as advertised and the guides created a great, relaxed atmosphere. Our favorite parts were stopping to snorkel, the refreshments, and seeing the beautiful coast from the the sea. We would highly recommend this trip to anyone visiting the area and would even like to do it again next time we visit!First, it s very easy to go to the meeting point. A lot of bus go to amalfi, and then you only have to walk 3 minutes. The crew is very welcoming, and make u feel safe. And also speak a real good english. And then the ride is amazing. Its give you a new point of view of the beautiful coast. The ...
First, it s very easy to go to the meeting point. A lot of bus go to amalfi, and then you only have to walk 3 minutes. The crew is very welcoming, and make u feel safe. And also speak a real good english. And then the ride is amazing. Its give you a new point of view of the beautiful coast. The stop that u make give you the opportunity to swim in very nice spots, with mask and snorkeling it s really niiice. And "le petit plus" : drink and food on board, and some more surprises Great expérience, Good luck to the team !I went on a three day trip to the Amalfi coast with one of my teenage daughters. A boat tour had to be part of that experience, but which one to choose? I can say that I'm very glad I compared the reviews of different company's and finally got to their website. Everything that is written is true,...
I went on a three day trip to the Amalfi coast with one of my teenage daughters. A boat tour had to be part of that experience, but which one to choose? I can say that I'm very glad I compared the reviews of different company's and finally got to their website. Everything that is written is true, even with 8 guests on board there is more than enough space to lounge and walk around! Our host was Raphael (21 years old) and he was perfectly on time, the boat was very clean (beautiful boat too), his English was excellent, and he made everybody feel welcome instantly. He is a warm and kind person, very polite. The trip along the coast was amazing, truly the best way to see the entire scenery. Raphael's knowledge about the coast, history, special houses and hotels was fabulous . In the future we will definitely book again, and then go for the entire day Capri tour. Thank you very much for making this a great experience for me and my daughter Raphael!