Positano is the jewel of the Amalfi Coast: a vertical village of pastel houses tumbling down to a small shingle beach, surrounded by water so clear you can see the seabed from the deck of a charter yacht. A motor yacht is the natural choice here. The distances between villages along the Amalfi Coast are short but the roads are tortuous, so arriving by sea is both faster and far more dramatic. Motor yachts in this region range from sleek 25-metre day-charter vessels to superyachts of 60 metres and above, equipped with beach clubs, tenders and the speed to reach Capri or Ischia in an hour. The Amalfi fleet spans every price tier. Entry-level charters start around 25,000 euros per week for a capable 20-metre vessel, while 40-metre-plus superyachts with multiple guest suites and dedicated crew command 150,000 to 300,000 euros. The APA of roughly 30 percent covers fuel, berthing at Positano mooring buoys or marinas in Salerno and Sorrento, provisions and harbour dues. High season runs June to September, peaking in July and August when Positano is at its most vibrant. Booking well in advance is essential for the most desirable vessels in this period, as the Amalfi Coast is one of the most sought-after cruising grounds in the Mediterranean.
