Sorrento to Positano Private Boat Tour
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Latest page update: 1 March 2025
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By: Dion Protani
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The Sorrento to Positano private boat tour is one of the best ways you can spend a day while in the area.
We provide you with an English-speaking skipper who is there to look after you for the whole day and as this is a private tour you can make it a romantic or intimate family occasion. With this tour you have a good amount of time on the boat and to explore Positano. |
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Typical itinerary
- 09:00 - 09:30 Collection from your accommodation in Sorrento, Sant'Agnello, Meta, Massa Lubrense or Piano di Sorrento
- Private transfer to Piano di Sorrento port
- 10:00 Tour starts
- Sail from Sorrento along Sorrentine Peninsula
- Stop at Bagni della Regina Giovanna for photos or to swim (optional)
- Stop at Baia di Jeranto for photos or to swim (optional)
- Stop at Li Galli islands for photos or to swim (optional)
- Continue to the Amalfi Coast
- Arrive in Positano and disembark
- Free time to explore Positano on foot
- Sail from Positano to Piano di Sorrento
- 18:00 Tour ends in Piano di Sorrento
- Private transfer from port back to your accommodation
Sorrento to Positano Private Boat Tour
Our Sorrento to Positano private boat tour offers an exceptional opportunity to explore the stunning Amalfi Coast in a relaxed and intimate setting. Aboard a traditional southern Italian gozzo boat, you’ll be looked after by an English-speaking skipper who will guide you through this unforgettable 8-hour adventure. This is a private tour, ensuring that it will be just you, your friends, family, or partner, allowing you to create special memories on the water.
We provide complimentary drinks such as Prosecco, Limoncello, water, and soft drinks, along with tasty snacks like potato chips to keep you refreshed throughout the journey. Optional swimming stops are included if you’d like to cool off in the Mediterranean’s crystal-clear waters, though you are free to relax and enjoy the view from the boat if you prefer. We’ll also recommend some amazing restaurants accessible by boat for lunch, or if you have specific spots in mind, we can try to incorporate them into the itinerary.
We provide complimentary drinks such as Prosecco, Limoncello, water, and soft drinks, along with tasty snacks like potato chips to keep you refreshed throughout the journey. Optional swimming stops are included if you’d like to cool off in the Mediterranean’s crystal-clear waters, though you are free to relax and enjoy the view from the boat if you prefer. We’ll also recommend some amazing restaurants accessible by boat for lunch, or if you have specific spots in mind, we can try to incorporate them into the itinerary.
The journey begins with free transfers from your accommodation in Sorrento to the marina, offering a smooth start to the day. As you set off from the vibrant town of Sorrento, you’ll cruise along the cliffs of the Sorrentine Peninsula, with spectacular views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius in the distance. As you approach Positano, you’ll be treated to one of the most famous and beautiful sights on the Amalfi Coast—Positano's colorful houses cascading down the cliffs to the sea. The coastline between Sorrento and Positano offers amazing views of rugged cliffs, secret coves, and small beaches that can only be accessed by boat, making it a picturesque ride.
Once you arrive in Positano, you’ll have free time to explore this charming and iconic town on foot. Wander through its narrow streets lined with boutiques, cafes, and art galleries, or relax in one of its lively piazzas. A must-see is the Church of Santa Maria Assunta, with its stunning dome covered in colorful majolica tiles. The church, perched on a hill, provides a great photo opportunity and offers spectacular views of the town and the sea.
Once you arrive in Positano, you’ll have free time to explore this charming and iconic town on foot. Wander through its narrow streets lined with boutiques, cafes, and art galleries, or relax in one of its lively piazzas. A must-see is the Church of Santa Maria Assunta, with its stunning dome covered in colorful majolica tiles. The church, perched on a hill, provides a great photo opportunity and offers spectacular views of the town and the sea.
Take a stroll along the beach, where the vibrant buildings of Positano provide a perfect contrast to the sparkling blue sea. From the higher parts of the town, you can enjoy sweeping views of the coastline and the surrounding hills. Positano is also known for its charming shopping scene, with many local boutiques selling handmade sandals, fashion, and ceramics—perfect for picking up a unique souvenir.
For larger groups, we can provide two boats traveling together, ensuring a memorable experience for everyone. This private boat tour is an ideal combination of scenic beauty, relaxation, and exploration, allowing you to enjoy the best of Sorrento and Positano in a truly personal way. Whether you’re soaking in the views from the boat or discovering the charming streets of Positano, this tour will be an unforgettable day on the Amalfi Coast.
For larger groups, we can provide two boats traveling together, ensuring a memorable experience for everyone. This private boat tour is an ideal combination of scenic beauty, relaxation, and exploration, allowing you to enjoy the best of Sorrento and Positano in a truly personal way. Whether you’re soaking in the views from the boat or discovering the charming streets of Positano, this tour will be an unforgettable day on the Amalfi Coast.
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Low season prices (1 March to 15 May plus 1 October to 15 Nov)
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High season prices (16 May to 30 September)
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Gozzo Jeranto 750 Classic (maximum of 5 passengers)
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€890
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€1,040
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Gozzo Jeranto 750 HT Hybrid (maximum of 5 passengers)
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€940
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€1,090
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Gozzo Jeranto 900 Open (maximum of 12 passengers)
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€1,200
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€1,350
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Gozzo Jeranto 950 Cabin (maximum of 12 passengers)
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€1,300
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€1,450
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Gozzo Jeranto 950 HT Hybrid (maximum of 12 passengers)
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€1,350
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€1,500
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Gozzo Fratelli Aprea 32 HT (maximum of 12 passengers)
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€1,400
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€1,600
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Gozzo Fratelli Aprea 36 HT (maximum 12 passengers)
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€1,500
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€1,650
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Itama 38 (maximum 8 passengers)
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€1,590
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€1,740
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€1,690
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€1,840
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€1,740
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€1,890
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Raffaelli Shamal 40 (maximum 10 passengers)
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€1,790
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€1,940
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Luxury yacht range
Prices for our luxury yacht tours are displayed below. For more information and images of each boat, just click the relevant link.
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€2,500◊
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€2,800◊
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€2,800◊
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€3,100◊
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Klase 50 (maximum 12 passengers)
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€2,900◊
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€3,200◊
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Azimut Atlantis 55 (maximum 12 passengers)
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€3,800◊
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€4,100◊
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Conam 58 HT (maximum 12 passengers)
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€4,200◊
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€4,500◊
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Azimut 62S (maximum 12 passengers)
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€4,500◊
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€4,900◊
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Aicon 72 SL (maximum 12 passengers)
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€5,500◊
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€5,900◊
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◊A tax of €90 applies if you wish to get off the boat in Positano.
Included
- Collection from and drop-off at your hotel in Sorrento, Sant'Agnello, Meta, Massa Lubrense or Piano di Sorrento
- English-speaking skipper
- Fuel
- Towels
- Alcoholic drinks
- Non alcoholic drinks
- Dry snacks (peanuts, potato chips etc)
- Fresh fruit
- Optional swimming stops - you can swim if you want to but you're not obliged to
Not included
- Lunch
- Snorkelling equipment: costs €20 to buy per kit (mask and breathing pipe) - needs to be pre-ordered from us at least 24 hours in advance of your tour
To make a booking
To make a booking it’s just a case of letting us know by email ([email protected]) that you'd like to make a booking for a specified date. If you have other dates available, please let us know in the event that your first choice is unavailable.
To confirm a booking, we take full payment in advance which can be made securely on-line by Visa, American Express or Mastercard.
Once we've established availability of the tour on your requested date, we'll reserve the boat in your name for 24 hours and send you a payment request via a secure link showing all the details of your tour.
To confirm a booking, we take full payment in advance which can be made securely on-line by Visa, American Express or Mastercard.
Once we've established availability of the tour on your requested date, we'll reserve the boat in your name for 24 hours and send you a payment request via a secure link showing all the details of your tour.
Cancellation policies
In the event of a tour being cancelled due to bad weather, we will first try to rebook with you for another day that you’re available and the boat is available. In cases where no alternative dates are available for the client and the boat, we will provide a full refund.
Please note, the decision on whether conditions are suitable to take the boat out rests solely with the skipper.
If you cancel the booking for any reason with at least 15 days’ notice, we will provide a full refund of your payment.
For tours cancelled between 7 and 14 days’ notice, we will refund 30% of your payment.
For any cancellations made less than 7 days before the start of the tour the total amount is payable, and no refund will be made.
Please note, the decision on whether conditions are suitable to take the boat out rests solely with the skipper.
If you cancel the booking for any reason with at least 15 days’ notice, we will provide a full refund of your payment.
For tours cancelled between 7 and 14 days’ notice, we will refund 30% of your payment.
For any cancellations made less than 7 days before the start of the tour the total amount is payable, and no refund will be made.
