Private Boat Tour of Amalfi Coast and Capri by Jeanneau Leader

The best part of this private Jeanneau Leader cruise is control. You can spend more time floating near Li Galli, stop for lunch at Marina del Cantone, or keep moving toward Capri instead of following a fixed group schedule. The boat also gives you a proper cabin, bathroom, shower, refrigerator, and towels, useful comforts on a long day at sea.

I like the personal pace and the chance to see both the Amalfi Coast and Capri in one outing. I also like that fuel, a skipper, soft drinks, and a bottle of prosecco are included. The main catch is the price, $2,042.59 for up to five people, plus separate charges for the Blue Grotto, Emerald Cave, and landing at Capri.

Key points at a glance

• A full seven hours on a private boat: Your group alone sets the rhythm and route.
• A comfortable Jeanneau Leader: The boat includes a cabin, shower, restroom, refrigerator, music, and towels.
• Two major coastal areas in one day: Cruise from Amalfi past Positano and Li Galli, then continue around Capri.
• Your choice of stops: Swim, snorkel, eat lunch, visit a grotto, or go ashore independently.
• Several extras cost more: Capri’s landing fee and the Blue and Emerald Grotto tickets are not included.
• Best for small groups: The price makes more sense when divided among four or five people.

Starting from Amalfi for a private day at sea

You meet at Via Lungomare dei Cavalieri, 7, in Amalfi, and return to the same place. The cruise lasts about seven hours, with the listed operating period generally running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. from April 22 through October 22. A separate December 19 schedule is listed from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This is not a hop-on, hop-off boat or a large sightseeing vessel. It is a private activity for your group, with a skipper handling the boat while you decide how much time to spend at each place. That distinction matters along the Amalfi Coast, where a rigid timetable can make a beautiful day feel rushed.

The Jeanneau Leader has a cabin, shower, bathroom, refrigerator, and music on board. You also receive towels, soft drinks, and prosecco. These features do not turn the boat into a floating hotel, but they make seven hours on the water much easier, especially if you plan to swim several times or need a quiet place out of the sun.

Conca dei Marini and the Emerald Cave

The first coastal stop is Conca dei Marini, where you can look toward Marina di Conca and its picturesque fishing village. The listed stop is short, about 15 minutes, so think of it as a scenic pause rather than a long visit ashore.

Near here, you can choose to visit the Emerald Cave. Stalactites and stalagmites fill the cavity, while the water takes on unusual green tones. The cave visit requires a separate ticket, so ask about the current cost before committing. The advertised boat price does not cover it.

This optional stop is a good example of the tour’s flexibility. If grotto visits matter to you, you can make room for the Emerald Cave. If you would rather spend that time swimming or reaching Capri earlier, you can skip it.

Furore Fjord and the beaches around Praiano

The boat next reaches the Furore Fjord, a narrow coastal opening with a small beach tucked between steep rock walls. The planned stop is only about 10 minutes, but it is enough for photographs and a look at one of the Amalfi Coast’s most unusual shorelines.

Praiano gives you more choice. You can stop near Marina di Praia, Gavitella Beach, or Le Praie Beaches, with about 30 minutes suggested for this part of the route. The point is not to collect every beach. It is to choose the setting that fits your group, perhaps a quick swim, a quiet view from the boat, or a short visit near shore.

Because the itinerary is flexible, you should discuss priorities with the skipper early in the day. The Amalfi Coast has more coves and beaches than seven hours can cover. Trying to fit every listed stop into one outing would leave little time for swimming or lunch.

Positano from the water

Positano receives about an hour, making it one of the longer coastal stops. From the boat, you can see Marina Grande and the steep town rising above it. You may also choose Arienzo Beach Club or visit the Roman Archaeological Museum in Positano.

The boat gives you two very different ways to experience Positano. You can stay offshore and enjoy the view without dealing with the town’s crowds, or you can pay for the landing and explore on your own. The supplied details do not include a Capri landing fee for Positano, so confirm any shore-related costs and timing with the operator before leaving the boat.

If this is your first visit to Positano, I would not try to combine a lengthy town visit with every other stop. You could easily spend the whole day on land. This cruise works best when Positano is treated as one part of a day on the sea, not as a substitute for a full town tour.

Li Galli and Tordigliano’s quieter coast

After Positano, the boat can stop at Li Galli, a group of small islets known here as the Long Rooster, the Rotunda, and the Castelluccia. The water around them is described as clear, and the scheduled stop lasts about 30 minutes.

This is one of the strongest reasons to choose a private boat. You can pause for a swim in a striking setting rather than simply passing the islands at speed. Snorkeling is also listed as an option, though you should ask what equipment is supplied if you do not bring your own.

Spiaggia di Tordigliano follows, with about 20 minutes suggested. The beach belongs to Vico Equense but lies closer to Positano, and its less obvious location makes it a pleasant discovery. The short stop suits a quick swim or a look from the boat. Do not expect a long beach visit unless you agree to change the schedule.

Marina del Cantone for swimming and lunch

Marina del Cantone is given about an hour and offers a useful break in the day. The area is known for its food, and you can request a stop at one of the beach restaurants. This is the clearest place in the route for turning the boat trip into a leisurely lunch outing.

A restaurant stop is not included in the tour price, so your meal is an extra expense. It also uses time that could otherwise go toward Capri or swimming. Still, after several hours on a boat, a proper meal on shore can be worth more than another brief photo stop.

If you want lunch here, say so at the beginning. The skipper needs to balance the coast, Capri, and your preferred swim stops within the seven-hour window.

Rounding Capri in two hours

The final major section is Capri, with about two hours for a full circuit of the island. From the water, you can see the White Grotto, where pale tuff gives the cave its lighter color, and Villa Malaparte, a private home perched on a steep rocky point.

The Faraglioni are among Capri’s signature sights. The boat can also pass the Green Cave, continue toward the Punta Carena Lighthouse, and enter the waters near Marina Piccola for a swim. Marina Grande, Capri’s main port, is part of the coastal view as well.

The Blue Grotto is optional and costs extra. The same applies to the landing fee if you want to leave the boat and visit Capri on foot. This is important: the tour can show you the island from the sea without requiring a shore visit, but getting off at Capri adds another charge.

A complete circuit sounds generous, but two hours disappears quickly when you include the island’s many points of interest. You will need to choose between a relaxed cruise around the coast, a swim, a grotto visit, and time on land. The skipper can help shape the route, but no seven-hour tour can give every Capri sight a long stop.

What the skipper and crew add

A private boat is only as good as the person running it. Antonio is described as a skilled and welcoming captain, and Domenico is also associated with the service. If Antonio is assigned to your outing, you can expect a captain who is praised for both boat handling and a friendly manner.

The inclusion of a skipper means you do not need to manage navigation, fuel, or the route yourself. Fuel is included, too, which removes one common surprise from private boat pricing. You can concentrate on the coast, the water, and your group.

The boat was described as sparkling clean, which matters when you are spending seven hours in a small space. The cabin, shower, restroom, and refrigerator are practical rather than decorative features. They give you somewhere to change, cool off, store drinks, and take a break from the sun.

Is $2,042.59 good value for five people?

The listed cost is $2,042.59 per group of up to five. That is a serious price, but the right comparison is not a single ticket on a crowded ferry. You are paying for a private boat, a skipper, fuel, flexible routing, onboard facilities, towels, soft drinks, and prosecco.

Split five ways, the base price is about $408.52 per person. For four people, it is about $510.65 each. With only two people, the cost becomes much harder to justify unless privacy and a custom route are your main priorities.

You should also budget for the Blue Grotto, Emerald Cave, Capri landing fee, and any restaurant meal. Those extras can change the final total. Ask about them before departure so you can decide which stops matter most.

The value improves if your group wants a special day and would otherwise book several separate activities. It is weaker if you mainly want transportation to Capri or a low-cost view of the coast. In that case, a shared boat or ferry may fit your budget better, though it will not offer the same control.

Who will enjoy this boat tour most?

I would recommend this cruise for a family or group of friends who want privacy, swimming, and a flexible day. It also suits people who have already seen Amalfi Coast towns on foot and now want to experience the shoreline from the water.

The boat’s facilities make it a good fit for a long outing, especially for anyone who values a bathroom and cabin. The private format also helps groups with different interests. One person can prefer a swim, another can want photographs, and another can request lunch or time ashore.

This may not suit a strict sightseeing planner who wants long visits at every stop. It is also not the best value for a solo booking or a pair on a tight budget. Seven hours at sea can feel long if you do not enjoy swimming, coastal views, or unhurried time on a boat.

The cruise requires good weather. If poor conditions cancel the outing, you are offered another date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time, but changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted.

My call: book it for privacy, not for a bargain

I would book this tour if I had four or five people, wanted both the Amalfi Coast and Capri in one day, and cared more about privacy than finding the cheapest boat ride. The ability to choose your stops, swim in clear water near Li Galli, and decide how much time to give Positano or Capri is the real product.

I would skip it if the main goal were simply to reach Capri, visit the Blue Grotto, or keep costs low. Before booking, agree with your group on three priorities: a swim, lunch, or time on land. With that plan, the skipper can use the day well and the high group price becomes easier to defend.

FAQ

Where does the private boat tour start?

The meeting point is Via Lungomare dei Cavalieri, 7, 84011 Amalfi, Italy.

Where does the tour end?

The activity returns to the same meeting point in Amalfi.

How long does the boat tour last?

The cruise lasts approximately seven hours.

How many people can join the private boat?

The price covers one private group of up to five people.

Is a skipper included?

Yes. The tour includes skipper service.

What is included on the boat?

Private transportation, fuel, soft drinks, a bottle of prosecco, a restroom, cabin, shower, refrigerator, music, and towels are included.

Are the Blue Grotto and Emerald Cave tickets included?

No. Entrance tickets for both the Blue Grotto and Emerald Cave are extra.

Is the Capri landing fee included?

No. The landing fee at the port of Capri is not included if you choose to go ashore.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Poor weather may lead to a different date or a full refund.