Reality of travelling to stunning Italian cave terrifies tourists

Taking a holiday presents a wonderful chance to discover extraordinary destinations, famous landmarks and stunning vistas unlike anything you've experienced previously. Italy consistently proves popular for offering visitors abundant culture, heritage, delectable cuisine and vibrant nightlife. Throughout the year, travellers flock to this nation, and during summer months the Amalfi Coast becomes a sought-after destination featuring on countless bucket lists.

A short distance from the Amalfi Coast lies the island of Capri. With its sophisticated ambience, stunning natural scenery, and remarkable beaches, it's easy to understand why visitors adore this location. One attraction that has become a viral 'essential' experience there is visiting the Blue Grotto - or Grotto Azzurra.

Numerous touriststake boat excursions from Capri's Marina Grande and venture inside this spectacular cavern. Within, you'll witness extraordinary waters displaying crystalline blue hues with silvery reflections, produced by minuscule air bubbles clinging to submerged objects.

Drifting on these waters and peering inside creates the sensation of being "suspended in the heavens," according to visitors.

Nevertheless, people have been astounded recently upon discovering the reality of undertaking a Blue Grotto expedition during high tide conditions.

Since this natural marine cave measures merely 60 metres in length and 25 metres in width, only a single vessel can pass through simultaneously.

People have been left alarmed after witnessing two holidaymakers and their boat operator nearly capsizing as the guide attempts to navigate them through the cave opening. A TikTok video, shared by @nwlch, captures the moment a boatman tries to steer a small boat through the tight, low-arched entrance of a cavern.

The user quipped: "They said to check out the Blue Grotto in Italy." The post has garnered over 102 million views.

One viewer explained: "For those wondering what he is doing, this is the entrance to the Blue Grotto (grotta azzurra) located on the island of Capri. The cave is located at sea level, so the access passage is It is only one meter high and to visit the cave a sailor must enter it with a small rowing boat, giving himself momentum with a chain attached to the rock. obviously in adverse sea conditions the entrance can be difficult in fact the cave is often closed during high tide or very rough sea."

They continued: "In the specific case of the video probably they decided to ignore the rule and enter anyway despite the movement of the waves. if you decide to visit it It is always better to check the sea conditions a few days before to avoid an event like the one shown in the video."

The footage left viewers astounded, with one commenting: "You paid to get waterboarded in a cave. That's wild."

Another joked: "Thanks for de-influencing the Blue Grotto for me bestie. "The Blue Grotto will never see me," chimed in another. "I would have a panic attack straight away," added one more.

However, some have noted that the Blue Grotto is a sight to behold, but not during high tides. One individual remarked: "I've done the Blue Grotto a few times but never at high tide. This is wild!".

Another added: "I'm panicking watching this,". One person commented: "It's a wonderful experience, but you never visit the Blue Grotto when the sea is rough and the tide is high. Those who operate the boats should know this. Clearly, he took the risk..

"I can't believe someone took you out there when the tide was that high," another chimed in. In a light-hearted reference to the popular Atomic Kitten song, one wrote: "The tide is high but they're holding on."

A visitor to the tourist spot shared: "We are just back from a holiday on the Amalfi Coast and we really enjoyed the Blue Grotto. If I had seen this video beforehand, I might be rethinking going into the Blue Grotto. However, on a low tide day and if the sea is calmer, never miss this."

Tourists are advised to check the sea conditions before purchasing tickets.

Grotto currently closed

An update, shared on Capri.com on behalf of Motoscafisti Capri, states: "The grotto is closed at the moment until the weather conditions change. It is not possible to guarantee ahead of time and with certainty if the grotto will be open or closed.

"Each morning at 9 am, the skippers arrive at the mouth of the cave and evaluate if it is safe to enter."

Would you visit this location? Comment below.