#4: Take a boat trip (self-steer) around the island
I have always liked being out at sea. The vastness of the sea offers me a taste of freedom and if I am lucky, I might even meet a mermaid or two.
There are probably not too many places where it is safe enough for one with no boat license (you just need a driving license) to sail out to sea on your own, so in Capri, we jumped at the chance to do just that.
Basically, the boating trip is unmissable if :
1. You are adventurous enough (brave enough to steer a boat all by yourself)
2. You can learn pretty quickly (as the briefing on the boat operation was done in less than 10 minutes and you are off on your own)
The boat rental company is called Banana and you can find them right next to the restaurant near the ferry ticket booth at Marina Grande.
The cost of renting a boat (with capacity of up to 5 people) : 90 Euros for 2 hours.
A complimentary map is provided with a suggested path to explore the different grottos along the island....
Two hours was honestly not enough as time passes really quickly when you are out at sea, and I would suggest renting for three hours if you want to swim in the green grotto or have a little picnic out at sea.
The ice box which they provide with the boat... loaded with our own snacks and drinks..
View of Capri from the sea...
Really relaxing too...
View of Faro and the lighthouse from the sea...
So in love with the sea and the smell of salt!
The highlight of the boat trip for me has to be driving through the Faraglioni (the little arch)...
The landmark of Capri...
I have always liked being out at sea. The vastness of the sea offers me a taste of freedom and if I am lucky, I might even meet a mermaid or two.
There are probably not too many places where it is safe enough for one with no boat license (you just need a driving license) to sail out to sea on your own, so in Capri, we jumped at the chance to do just that.
Basically, the boating trip is unmissable if :
1. You are adventurous enough (brave enough to steer a boat all by yourself)
2. You can learn pretty quickly (as the briefing on the boat operation was done in less than 10 minutes and you are off on your own)
The boat rental company is called Banana and you can find them right next to the restaurant near the ferry ticket booth at Marina Grande.
A complimentary map is provided with a suggested path to explore the different grottos along the island....
Two hours was honestly not enough as time passes really quickly when you are out at sea, and I would suggest renting for three hours if you want to swim in the green grotto or have a little picnic out at sea.
The ice box which they provide with the boat... loaded with our own snacks and drinks..
View of Capri from the sea...
Out in the open sea... I felt so FREE & LIBERATED!
Really relaxing too...
View of Faro and the lighthouse from the sea...
So in love with the sea and the smell of salt!
The highlight of the boat trip for me has to be driving through the Faraglioni (the little arch)...
The landmark of Capri...
And through it...
Watch the drive through in the video below in FULLSCREEN:
The boating trip was truly unforgettable and I highly recommend it!
#5: Take a walk in the Augustus Gardens
* There is an admission fee of 1 euro.
Beautiful blooms in a myriad of shades.. from the brights to pastels..
The main attraction for me at Augustus Gardens was not the actual garden itself although it was immaculately maintained; I was more impressed with the different views of Capri I could capture being in there.
And the most interesting... Via Krupp, which unfortunately is now closed due to the falling rocks..
And remember to grab a cup of lemonade along the way to beat the sweltering heat.. it was truly REFRESHING!
# 6: Explore Faro
Take the bus from Anacapri's bus terminal, with the bus heading in the direction of Faro.
The bus stop at Faro...
Beautiful blue sky...
One with the infinite blue sea...
There is also a beach and bars to chill out at ...
Faro was particularly peaceful as it was away from the big crowds at Piazza Umberto I in Capri ... I literally kicked off my shoes and felt so at ease just sitting by the sea listening to the waves.
Capri's nature is so lush and rich in colour.
Can you see the face?
The sunset at Faro would have been beautiful to witness but we were a little too early.. so do only go at 8p.m (in summer) if you would like to watch the sunset..
This picture was taken at 7p.m. where the sun was still high in the sky..
TBC...
