This Maiori boat tour is a 4-hour cruise departing from Maiori, with a swimming stop at the Marmorata Waterfall and visits to the Grotta dei Pirati and Pandora Cave along the way, from EUR 135 per person with Iris Charter Amalfi Coast.

What makes this Maiori boat tour different?

Most Amalfi Coast boat tours depart from Positano, Amalfi or Sorrento and cover the coast's more famous stretches. This one starts from Maiori, a quieter beach town on the eastern side of the coast, and heads toward sights that rarely make it onto the shorter cruises: the Marmorata Waterfall, where fresh water cascades into the sea, and two sea caves, the Grotta dei Pirati and the Pandora Cave, both reachable only by boat.

What happens during the 4 hours?

After departing Maiori, the boat heads first toward the Marmorata Waterfall for a swimming stop, with snorkeling equipment and life jackets provided. From there it continues to the Grotta dei Pirati and the Pandora Cave, two caves the skipper navigates into for a closer look, before passing Atrani, a small village tucked into a narrow valley that most coastal visitors never see up close. An aperitif of prosecco, beer, soft drinks and snacks is served on board throughout the trip, with the Fiordo di Furore visible toward the end of the route.

Is 4 hours enough for a worthwhile boat tour?

For seeing this specific stretch of coastline, yes. The itinerary is dense: a waterfall swim and two sea caves in a single half-day trip is more sightseeing per hour than most of the longer cruises manage, since those spend time docking in towns rather than exploring caves and coves. What it does not include is a stop ashore in Amalfi or Positano, so pair it with a separate visit to either town if you want to walk around on land as well.

What does the price include?

EUR 135 covers the skipper and guide, snorkeling equipment, life jackets, beach towels, prosecco, beer, soft drinks, snacks and fuel, plus customer insurance. The tour runs in Italian, English, French and Spanish, which is worth noting if you are traveling in a group with mixed languages.

Who should book this tour?

This suits travelers staying in or near Maiori, Minori or the eastern end of the coast who want a focused half-day on the water rather than a full-day commitment. It is also a good fit for confident swimmers specifically interested in the Marmorata Waterfall and the sea caves, rather than visitors whose main goal is time ashore in Positano or Amalfi.

Getting to the meeting point

The boat departs from the Iris Charter Amalfi Coast dock in Maiori's harbor, an easy walk from the town's seafront promenade. Bring an ID card, a copy is accepted, for boarding.

Insider tips for this tour

Book an early slot if one is offered, since the sea caves are easier to navigate into calmly before the afternoon boat traffic picks up along this stretch. Pack a towel and sunscreen even for a shorter trip, since the swim stop at the waterfall is a highlight most guests do not want to skip.

How does this compare to other Amalfi Coast boat tours?

If you want a longer day that also includes time ashore in Amalfi and Positano, see the Salerno boat cruise, which passes through the same eastern stretch of coast before continuing west. For a private boat experience rather than a shared half-day tour, the private Amalfi Coast charter is a close match in duration. Compare every option on the Amalfi Coast boat tours homepage.

Planning the rest of your day

Since this tour runs just 4 hours, it pairs well with a relaxed morning or afternoon in Maiori or Minori, both known for their long sandy beaches rather than the cliffside scenery further west.