Yacht charter in Capri: come and discover this magical island

Capri is a unique island in Italy. Situated in the Bay of Naples, in the Gulf of Sorrento to be precise, it has carved out a special place for itself in the hearts of visitors. It has everything to satisfy the most demanding visitors. It is also a major destination for sailors wishing to discover or rediscover the wonders of the Mediterranean.

Capri, it’s never over!

It’s impossible to visit southern Italy without spending a few hours or more in Capri. It’s home to exceptional beaches and dreamy scenery, as well as superb towns and villages and equally magical mountains.

As soon as you approach Capri, you’ll be dazzled by the artfully carved rocks and the fascinating interplay of colours between land and water.

Although the island has a good road network, exploring it by boat can be a unique experience. There’s so much to see all along the coast! You won’t want to miss the Grotta Azzura in the north-west, for example. To the south-west, Punta Carena is also well worth a visit. To the south, Grotta Verde will surprise you.

To the east, Faraglioni di Capri, Grotta Bianca, Villa Malaparte, Arco Naturale and the jagged rocks of Gennarino Scugnizzo are just some of the must-see spots.

If you’ve hired a yacht to discover Capri, you’ll be free to organise your discovery programme as you see fit. Start with a tour of the island.

Tour the island of Capri on a charter yacht

If you’re coming from Naples, you’ll start on the west coast. You can see the outline of Villa Jovis, the former residence of the Roman emperor Tiberius. It stands on a rocky spur 330 metres high, overlooking the Gulf of Naples. Head south and stop off in front of Grotta Bianca. Accessible by swimming or small boat, the site is home to some incredible limestone sculptures. Two caves open up to visitors once you have passed through the entrance. Once inside, you’ll be fascinated by the exceptional play of light between blue and white.

Continue on to the Arco Naturale. This 12-metre-high rock formation will simply dazzle you. Further south, the Villa Malaparte will astonish you. This large block built in the 20th century is the very image of the works created by the Italian Rationalist artistic movement. Pay close attention and discover this orange-red parallelepipedic building, which blends skilfully into its surroundings.

Here you are at the south-eastern tip of the island. Now it’s time to head west. Once again, you’ll discover some superb sites as you follow the coastline. The Tragara lookout, for example, offers a unique view of the rocky concretions along the coast. Take your time to observe the area and discover the German Evangelical Church, or the villas Capricorno, Discopoli, Casa di Arturo or Lo Smeraldo, nestling in the heart of the rocks. The majestic sea stacks not far from Faraglioni also deserve your attention.

Not far from here, the Punta Cannone lookout also offers a superb landscape setting. On the platform you can see a cannon placed there by the French in 1808.

On to Punta Ventroso, where you will find the superb Grotta Verde. Grotta Verde is a major tourist attraction, attracting huge numbers of visitors. They are fascinated by the incredible interplay of colours between the transparent water and the clear rocks.

Now you’ve reached the far west of the island. Now it’s time to head up the coast to the north. Along the way, you’ll come across Mesola Forte. This fort is one of 4 defensive structures built on the island. Seen from the open sea, it looks like a large boulder, and you’ll need to pay close attention to make it out. Other military constructions dot the coast, such as Fort Orrico, which also soberly overlooks the sea.

You’re about to finish your tour of the island, but before you reach Capri’s marina, make a stop in front of the Grotta Azzura and head for this cave, internationally renowned for the incredible cobalt-blue reflections that colour the rock faces.

You’re sure to want to make a stop on your trip. Capri offers a number of ideal anchorages. You can stop off at Punta Cannone, in the Picola marina, very close to the Faraglioni and particularly protected from the winds, or the Grande marina, in Capri town. Anacapri also offers a variety of anchorages.

To help you organise your stay aboard your yacht as effectively as possible, don’t hesitate to ask the Arthaud Yachting team.

Capri by land

Your yacht can be waiting for you in the Capri Marina if you decide to explore the island by bike or on foot. Many sites are easily accessible for those used to hiking, such as the Villa Jovis, the Puna Cannone lookout or the Arco Naturale. From Anacapri, you can climb to the summit of Monte Solaro. On foot or by chairlift, this is a must-see when exploring Capri. From here, you’ll have an incredible view of the Gulf of Naples, Sorrento and the Galli Islands, which you can then reach by yacht.

From Capri or Anacapri, you can also reach the belvedere della Migliara with its unique view of the Faraglioni or the Villa San Michele and its superb gardens, a majestic testimony to the past.