5 Top Things To Do In Capri On A Luxury Yacht Charter
5 Top Things To Do In Capri On A Luxury Yacht Charter
Off Italy’s Amalfi Coast, in the Bay of Naples, you will find one of the most iconic yachting destinations, Capri. A compact, yet highly alluring island, this Italian chic enclave has long been attracting yacht charters. While Capri is compact and easily explored, with two main villages - Capri and Anacapri - it is accessed only by water and helicopter, so it is no wonder Capri is regularly on yacht charter itineraries.
Full of scenic gardens,bougainvillea-draped villages, picture-perfect squares, fine dining restaurants, famous beach clubs, hiking opportunities, and sunset spots, Capri rivals most Mediterranean yachting hotspots. Here are our top five things to do in Capri when on a private luxury yacht:
Explore The Grottoes
Capri’s sea caves are among the most breathtaking natural wonders in Italy, and a yacht gives you privileged access to all of them. The Grotta Azzurra (Blue Grotto) is the undisputed highlight: sunlight filtering through a submerged opening transforms the cave into a chamber of electric-blue light that has to be seen to be believed.Â
Beyond it, the Grotta Verde (Green Grotto) shimmers with emerald reflections, and the Grotta Bianca dazzles with its white stalactite walls. Many of the grottoes allow swimming, so be sure to dive in to explore further.
Sail The Iconic Faraglioni
No visit to Capri is complete without coming face to face with the Faraglioni - three colossal sea stacks that rise nearly 330 feet from the water off the island’s southern coast. From land, they are magnificent; but from a yacht, cruising beneath and around the famous stone archway of Faraglione di Mezzo is extraordinary. Legend has it that couples who kiss as they pass through the arch are blessed with lasting love.
Anchor At Capri’s Finest Beach Clubs
With a luxury yacht at your disposal, the island’s most exclusive beach clubs become effortless to access. La Fontelina, perched directly in front of the Faraglioni, is the ultimate symbol of Caprese glamour. Arrive by tender, claim a sunlounger, and settle in for long lunches of grilled fish and chilled white wine. Bagni di Tiberio, accessible only by boat or a ten-minute walk, offers a quieter, more intimate atmosphere with a wonderful restaurant.
Wander Anacapri And Ride To Monte Solaro
After a morning enjoying Capri from the water, head ashore and go from Capri Town up to Anacapri - the island’s quieter, more residential commune perched high above the bay. Stroll its picturesque alleyways and visit the extraordinary Villa San Michele, built by Swedish physician Axel Munthe in the early 20th century. From Anacapri, you can also take the chairlift to Monte Solaro, the island’s highest point at 1,900 feet, for panoramic views of the entire coastline, including the distant Amalfi Coast.
Aperitivo At Piazzetta
To complete a quintessential Capri afternoon, enjoy a Campari spritz at one of the open-air cafés in Piazza Umberto I - the Piazzetta - the glamorous little square that has served as the island’s social hub since the 1950s.Â
Then, as the sun starts to set, take the walk along Via Tragara, widely considered one of the most beautiful promenades in the world. The path winds through bougainvillea-draped alleys before opening onto Belvedere Tragara, a viewpoint offering one of Capri’s most spectacular vistas over the Faraglioni and the sea.
Capri is La Dolce Vita at its best, and combined with the freedom, flexibility, and luxury of a yacht charter, it becomes one of the most unforgettable trips. If you are looking to explore the Amalfi Coast and Capri this summer aboard a luxury yacht, reach out to our expert IYC charter consultants and work with them to match your perfect yacht with a tailored itinerary.
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