Sea Boat & You Charter: 4-Hour Private Gozzo Tour from Positano with Prosecco and Swim Stops
Quick answer
Sea Boat & You Charter runs a 4-hour private gozzo tour for up to 6 people from $763 per group (about €678), boarding from a platform on Positano beach.
It is rated 4.8/5 from 39+ reviews on GetYourGuide, and fuel, prosecco, snacks, snorkel mask, towels, cave admission and tourist taxes are all in the price.
Sea Boat & You Charter
4-Hour Private Boat Tour of the Amalfi Coast
4.8 (39) · from $763
Sea Boat You Charter sells one of the most all-in private boats I found on the Amalfi Coast: four hours on a traditional gozzo from Positano, with fuel, a skipper, drinks, gratuity and tourist taxes already paid. At $763 for six people that is about $127 (€113) each.
The detail that changes the decision is the length. Eight of the ten reviews name the skipper, Massimo, as the reason the day worked, and one guest wrote that the only regret was not booking a full day. Four hours covers Positano, Praiano and a swim or two, but it will not reach Amalfi and back at an easy pace.
I'd book it for a family or friends group staying in Positano. My Amalfi Coast boat tours guide compares every option, and my Harbour Advisor home page lists the other places I cover.
| Operator | Sea Boat & You Charter, sold on GetYourGuide as a private group tour |
|---|---|
| Boat | Traditional Campania gozzo with toilet, shower, refrigerator, ice box and stereo; private for up to 6 |
| Price | From $763 per group of up to 6 (about €678), roughly $127 per person at full capacity; taxes and fees included |
| Duration | 4 hours |
| Departure time | Not stated; shown after you pick a date |
| Start point | Boarding platform on Positano beach, Boarding platform, Positano beach; exact spot sent by WhatsApp |
| Route | Not fixed: Positano, Amalfi, Ravello coast, Praiano and, if time permits, the Emerald Grotto, with swim stops |
| Included | Skipper, fuel, prosecco, soft drinks, snacks, snorkel mask, beach towel, life jackets, cave admission, tourist taxes, gratuity |
| Languages | Not stated in the listing |
| Not suitable for | Pregnant women and people with mobility impairments |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours before for a full refund |
| Rating | 4.8/5 from 39+ reviews on GetYourGuide |
What is the Sea Boat You Charter private tour and what do you see?
It is a four-hour private cruise on a wooden gozzo with a skipper who tells you about each village and stops where you want to swim.
The listing names Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, Praiano and, if time permits, the Emerald Grotto as the places the skipper may reach. It also promises secret coves away from the main routes. Reviews add details the listing leaves out: the skipper took photos, played guests' music and gave local history.
- Positano: the pastel village seen from the water, Positano
- Praiano: the quieter village east of Positano, Praiano
- Emerald Grotto: reached only if time permits, Emerald Grotto (Grotta dello Smeraldo)
- Swim stops: anchored swims in coves, with a snorkel mask and a towel provided
Where does the Sea Boat You Charter private tour leave from?
It leaves from a boarding platform on Positano beach; the listing says to message the operator and it will send the exact location by WhatsApp. The map pin in the listing is at Boarding platform, Positano beach, near the main beach, Spiaggia Grande, Positano.
No street address or boat name is published, so I cannot give a walking time from a bus stop. Positano is steep and the beach is at the bottom of the town; leave time for the stairs on the way down and the climb back afterwards.
How long is the tour and when does it sail?
It lasts four hours and the listing shows start times after you pick a date.
Reviews from 5 June to 1 October 2026 show it sailing through summer and early autumn. The listing gives no season; ask about November onward. Sunset in Amalfi is 19:12 on 15 September and 18:23 on 15 October, so a start at 14:00 returns in daylight in both months. That is my arithmetic, not the operator's timetable.
What is on board and what is included?
The price covers almost everything: skipper, fuel, drinks, snacks, gear, towels, gratuity and tourist taxes.
- Food and drink: prosecco, soft drinks and snacks (guests also mention beer)
- Gear: snorkel mask, life jacket, beach towel
- Boat comfort: toilet, shower, refrigerator and ice box, stereo
- Fees: fuel, cave admission, tourist taxes and gratuity are listed as included
- Bring: hat, swimwear and sun cream
- Not allowed: weapons or sharp objects, alcohol and drugs brought on board
The listing says "admission to the caves" is included but does not say which. The Emerald Grotto is sometimes a separate ticket on other Amalfi Coast listings, so ask which caves are covered.
How does this private tour compare with other captained boats?
It costs the least of the three captained private boats in my data, with the most items included, but it is also the shortest.
| Trip | Price per group | Time | Price per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| This private tour | $763 | 4 h | $191 |
| private boat trip with prosecco and snorkelling | $802 | 6 h | $134 |
| private boat tour along the coast | $842 | 4 to 7 h | $153 |
The private boat trip with prosecco and snorkelling costs $39 more and adds two hours, a Furore Fjord pass and a restaurant lunch at the skipper's pick. For a cheaper self-drive day, see the Salerno boat rental. The full list is at private boat tours on the Amalfi Coast.
Is the Sea Boat You Charter private tour worth it versus a shared boat?
It is worth it for groups of 4 to 6, because the group shares one price of $127 each for a private boat; for one or two people the shared Positano sunset boat tour at $77 each is cheaper.
- Choose this private tour for no strangers, a flexible route and a full inclusions list
- Choose a shared boat for the lowest cost per person
- Choose the longer private trip if you want a lunch stop and a farther route
How should you spend your four hours?
Four hours on a boat that moves at gozzo speed means you pick two or three goals and let the skipper handle the rest.
| Block | Time | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Board at Positano beach and cruise east | 45 min | Praiano and the cliffs while the boat is quiet |
| First swim at a cove | 45 min | Use the snorkel mask and the shower afterwards |
| Snacks and prosecco at anchor | 45 min | The refrigerator and ice box keep drinks cold |
| Optional grotto or second swim | 60 min | Only if the sea and the skipper allow |
| Cruise back past Positano | 45 min | Photos from the water at a slower pace |
Guests with children should shorten the swim blocks and keep the boat moving; the listing says it is roomy for six, which one family of four adults and two small children confirmed.
When is the best time to take a private boat from Positano?
June to September gives warm water, still mornings and the longest days; October still works with a jacket.
| Month | Avg daily high | Days with rain (1 mm+) | Sunset (15th, local) | On-deck advice |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14.3 °C | 15 | 17:00 | Winter: most owners do not run; ask before booking |
| Feb | 14.8 °C | 12 | 17:37 | Winter: sea often rough, trips rarely offered |
| Mar | 17.1 °C | 12 | 18:09 | Cool on deck; jacket needed, few trips run |
| Apr | 19.4 °C | 13 | 19:41 | Cool breeze; layers, season opens around Easter |
| May | 22.6 °C | 13 | 20:12 | Warm; light layer and sun cream |
| Jun | 30.9 °C | 1 | 20:35 | Hot and dry; shade and water matter |
| Jul | 30.9 °C | 7 | 20:33 | Hottest month; swim stops are welcome |
| Aug | 30.4 °C | 9 | 20:01 | Hot, crowded sea lanes; book early |
| Sep | 26.0 °C | 9 | 19:12 | Warm sea, fewer rain days; my favourite month |
| Oct | 20.9 °C | 14 | 18:23 | Warm midday, cool dusk; jacket for the way back |
| Nov | 17.4 °C | 14 | 16:45 | Short days; most trips stop |
| Dec | 15.8 °C | 7 | 16:36 | Short days; most trips stop |
Sea surface temperature was 22.6 °C on 2026-10-17. Rain days are days of 1 mm or more in 2025 at Amalfi from Open-Meteo. Italy's next public holidays are 1 November, 8 December and 25 and 26 December (Nager.Date); book earlier around them.
11,231 ha is the area of the Amalfi Coast cultural landscape UNESCO listed in 1997; your four hours stay inside its waters.
What do passengers say about Sea Boat You Charter?
All 10 reviews I could read are five-star, so the sample is positive only; the themes below are counted inside it.
| Theme | Reviews mentioning it |
|---|---|
| Skipper Massimo named and praised | 8 |
| Swim stops or snorkelling | 4 |
| Skipper took photos or played music | 2 |
| Customised route | 1 |
| Wanted a longer booking | 1 |
The pattern: guests rate the skipper's knowledge and manner over the boat itself. One family with two young children found it roomy for six. The only regret was length.
Who should skip this private tour?
Skip it if you are pregnant or have limited mobility, if you want Capri, or if you need a long lunch stop.
- Pregnant women and people with mobility impairments: listed as not suitable
- Capri seekers: four hours is too short; see the Capri island boat tour
- Lunch seekers: no meal is included, only snacks
- Language-dependent guests: the listing does not state which languages the skipper speaks
What should you ask the operator before you book?
Five questions fill the gaps in this listing, and WhatsApp is the operator's stated channel.
- Where exactly is the platform on the beach, and what is the boat's name?
- What time do you recommend for my date, and what is the sea-state plan?
- Which caves does the cave admission cover?
- Do you speak my language, and can we choose the music?
- Does the trip run in my month, and is a longer booking available?
How do you book the Sea Boat You Charter tour?
Reserve the 4-hour private gozzo from $763 per group of up to 6, with fuel, prosecco, snacks, snorkel gear and a skipper included.
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Cancel up to 24 hours before for a full refund, per the listing.
Frequently asked questions about the Positano private boat tour
How long is the private tour?
Four hours, with the start time shown after you pick a date.
How many people can join?
The price is for a private group of up to 6 people.
Is fuel included?
Yes, fuel is listed as included, along with the skipper, gratuity and tourist taxes.
Where do I board the boat?
At a boarding platform on Positano beach. The operator sends the exact location by WhatsApp.
Is there a toilet on board?
Yes. The listing mentions a toilet, a shower, a refrigerator and an ice box.
Can we snorkel?
Yes. A snorkel mask is included and the tour has swim stops at anchor.
Can pregnant women join the tour?
No. The listing marks pregnant women and people with mobility impairments as not suitable.
Is lunch included?
No. The listing includes snacks, prosecco and soft drinks, but no meal.
What does it cost in euros?
From $763 per group, about €678 at the 2026-10-16 rate.
Can I cancel?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before for a full refund.
Sources: GetYourGuide listing 927496 (checked 2026-10-17); UNESCO World Heritage Centre; Guardia Costiera; Open-Meteo archive and marine APIs; sunrise-sunset.org; Frankfurter; Nager.Date.
