Positano and Amalfi Small Group Boat Trip from Sorrento
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Overview
This Positano and Amalfi boat trip from Sorrento takes you along the Amalfi Coast on a small boat for up to 12 guests. A car collects you in the Sorrento area, or in Vico Equense on the second option, and the skipper then sails past Punta Campanella and the Li Galli islands. You spend time in Amalfi and Positano, swim in clear water and enjoy snacks, water and soft drinks on board. It is a relaxed full-day alternative to the coast road for couples, families and friends.
Highlights
- Small boat for a maximum of 12 guests, with a cabin, bathroom and sunbathing area
- Car pickup and drop-off included, in the Sorrento area or Vico Equense depending on the option
- About an hour and a half on land in each of Amalfi and Positano
- Swimming stops in clear water, with life jackets and Wi-Fi on board
- Snacks, water and soft drinks included
- Views of the Li Galli islands, the Furore fjord and Conca dei Marini from the sea
- Skipper and tour guide throughout
Full Description
Sailing the Amalfi Coast from Sorrento
The Amalfi Coast looks its best from the sea, and this Amalfi Coast boat trip from Sorrento shows why it is a UNESCO World Heritage landscape. After a short transfer to the marina you set out past Punta Campanella, the tip of the peninsula, then follow a coastline of steep cliffs, terraced lemon groves and villages that seem to hang above the water.
Along the way the skipper slows for the Li Galli islands, tied in legend to the Sirens of Homer, the deep Furore fjord with its narrow bridge, and the tiny harbour village of Conca dei Marini. With a maximum of twelve guests you have space on deck and a cabin for shade, so the day feels unhurried, unlike a crowded ferry.
Amalfi: cathedral, cloister and old lanes
Amalfi was once a powerful maritime republic that traded across the Mediterranean, and its story is easy to read in the town today. The striped Cathedral of Sant'Andrea rises above a broad stairway, and beside it the Cloister of Paradise, with its slender columns, gives a calm break from the harbour front.
You have around an hour and a half of free time, enough for a walk up the main lane, a look inside the cathedral and a coffee by the square. Visitors often ask how to get to Amalfi without a car; arriving by boat is the simplest way, since you step ashore directly at the seafront and avoid the busy coast road.
Positano: pastel houses on the cliff
Positano is the postcard image of the coast, with pastel houses stacked up the hillside and the majolica dome of the Church of Santa Maria Assunta at its centre. From the pebble beach you can climb the stepped lanes past ceramic shops and small boutiques, and every turn opens another view of the bay.
Around an hour and a half is enough for a walk, some photographs and time at the Spiaggia Grande. Many people search for a day trip to Positano from Sorrento; doing it by boat means no parking, no bus queues and a swim stop afterwards in calm water near Crapolla and Nerano before the sail home.
Itinerary
- Car pickup in the Sorrento areaA car collects you at the agreed pickup point (in Vico Equense on the second option) and drives about 20 minutes to the marina.
- Boarding and departureCheck in with the crew, meet the skipper and guide and set sail along the coast.
- Punta Campanella and Li Galli islandsCruise past the tip of the peninsula and the islands, with a first swim stop if the sea allows.
- AmalfiAbout an hour and a half of free time to see the cathedral, cloister and old streets.
- Sail to PositanoA short cruise of around 20 minutes past Conca dei Marini and the coastal villages.
- PositanoAbout an hour and a half to wander the lanes and the beach front.
- Second swim stopSwim in a quiet bay near Crapolla and Nerano, with snacks and soft drinks on board.
- Return sail and drop-offSail back to the marina in about 40 minutes, then the car takes you back, around 20 minutes.
What's included
- Car pickup and drop-off in the Sorrento area
- Boat trip to Positano and Amalfi (12 guests maximum)
- Comfortable boat with cabin, bathroom and sunbathing area
- Skipper and tour guide
- Swimming stops
- Life jackets and onboard Wi-Fi
- Snacks, water and soft drinks
Not included
- Landing and facility fees
- Snorkelling gear and towels (available for an extra fee)
- Tips
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children — a child price for ages 2–9
- Travellers without a car — hotel pickup is included
- Anyone who wants to see it from the water
- Travellers who want a proven choice — rated 4.9/5 by past travellers
Think twice if
- You want a private tour — this one is shared with other travellers
- You get seasick easily
Not suitable for
- Travellers with limited mobility, because boarding and the steep lanes of Positano and Amalfi involve steps
- Anyone very prone to seasickness on choppy days
- Guests who want a guided walking tour of the towns, as the time on land is free time
Meeting point
Pickup and drop-off by car is included: in the Sorrento area on the main option, or in Vico Equense on the second option. After booking we confirm your pickup point and the time window, which depends on the departure time you choose. Please be ready at the agreed spot a few minutes early, as the transfer to the marina takes about 20 minutes.
Important information
- Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and a light layer for the boat.
- Wear comfortable flat shoes for the steep, paved lanes in Amalfi and Positano.
- Landing and facility fees are paid separately; snorkelling gear and towels can be rented on board for an extra fee.
- Scheduled times are indicative and may change for weather, sea or operational reasons; we will tell you as soon as we know.
- The skipper may change the route or skip a swim stop when the sea is rough.
- Tips for the crew are not included.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Positano and Amalfi boat trip cost?
The price depends on the option you choose and the number of adults and children. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, adult and child.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, car pickup and drop-off are included, in the Sorrento area on the main option or in Vico Equense on the second option. We confirm the pickup point after booking.
How long is the Amalfi Coast boat trip?
The full trip takes about eight hours, including the transfers, the sailing, time in both towns and the swim stops.
Is the trip suitable for children?
Yes, families are welcome and the booking panel shows the age range for child places. Life jackets are provided and children must stay supervised on deck and at the swim stops.
What should I wear and bring?
Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and comfortable flat shoes for the towns. Snorkelling gear and towels can be rented on board for an extra fee.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Yes, if places remain. Pick your date in the booking panel to see live availability, keeping in mind that the sea and weather decide whether the trip can sail.
What is the difference between the options?
The two options are the same boat trip with different pickup areas: the main option collects guests in the Sorrento area and the second one in Vico Equense.
How much time do we have in Positano and Amalfi?
About an hour and a half in each town, which is enough for a walk, photographs and a coffee, though not for museum visits.
Is the boat trip better than driving the Amalfi Coast road?
By boat you avoid traffic and parking, see the villages from the water and can swim between stops. The road gives you more time in one place, so many guests choose the boat for a relaxed first look at the coast.
When is the best time to visit Positano and Amalfi?
From late spring to early autumn the sea is warm and the boat runs most often. May, June and September are popular because of lighter crowds.
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