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The 15 Best Boat Trips in Malta

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Half of these islands only makes sense from the water. The 15 below run from a one-hour harbour loop to a full day under sail, each priced and clear about how much swimming time you get.

Malta: Blue Lagoon, Beaches & Bays Trip by Catamaran - Swimming at the Blue Lagoon without stepping ashore
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Malta: Blue Lagoon, Beaches & Bays Trip by Catamaran

1.Blue Lagoon, Beaches & Bays Trip by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,496 reviews · from $62Our pick

Join an English-speaking crew at Sirens Quay for a six-hour catamaran cruise from St Paul’s Bay. Swim near the Blue Lagoon, visit weather-dependent bays such as Crystal Lagoon or Anchor Bay, and enjoy music, sun loungers, cocktails, and an optional halal barbecue. The boat never stops ashore.

“Great boat, great staff, great music, great trip ! Please come one good hour earlier if you want to secure a spot on the decks. Don’t forget sun screen !”

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Malta: Gozo, Comino, Blue & Crystal Lagoon, & Caves Cruise - Ahrax and Santa Maria Caves by boat
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Malta: Gozo, Comino, Blue & Crystal Lagoon, & Caves Cruise

2.Gozo, Comino, Blue & Crystal Lagoon, & Caves Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,092 reviews · from $34

Join Captain Kevin and the Hornblower crew from St Paul’s Bay for a seven-hour cruise past Malta’s cliffs, caves, and St Paul’s Islands. Swim at the Blue Lagoon, ride the 10-meter slide, and spend three hours exploring Gozo. You can add a €5 minibus transfer to Victoria or explore independently.

“This was definitely the highlight of our Malta trip! The skipper kept us entertained with the little explanations of what we were seeing.I like how organised it was and time efficient it was. The bus ride from the Blue Lagoon to Gozo was very convenient and efficient. Overall I will do this again.”

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From Malta: Full-Day Gozo UTV Tour with Lunch and Boat Ride - From Malta pickup to the Gozo ferry
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From Malta: Full-Day Gozo UTV Tour with Lunch and Boat Ride

3.Full-Day Gozo UTV Tour with Lunch and Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,408 reviews · 8 hours · from $94

Spend a full day touring Gozo in a six-seat open-air UTV with a local guide such as Benny, George, Connie, or Godwin. Visit the Citadel, Ramla Bay, Dwejra, salt pans, villages, and coastal viewpoints, with lunch and a weather-dependent boat ride past Comino included. Expect many short stops, lively commentary, and a busy but rewarding schedule.

“Exceptional service! If you’re in Malta, I highly recommend this experience for friends or couples. The entire day was amazing from start to finish. From hotel pickup at 8am to drop-off at 4pm, everything felt straight out of a movie. My girls and I absolutely loved it — the boat ride, the jeep, and the lunch were all fantastic. A special thank you to our driver, who was incredibly knowledgeable about every destination and went above and beyond to make the experience unforgettable. He even had speakers in the jeep and opened it up so we could enjoy the fresh Gozo breeze while driving through the beautiful green pastures. The…”

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From Sliema: Comino, Crystal Lagoon, and Blue Lagoon Cruise - Boarding at Sliema Ferries
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From Sliema: Comino, Crystal Lagoon, and Blue Lagoon Cruise

4.Comino, Crystal Lagoon, and Blue Lagoon Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,792 reviews · from $40

Spend 7.5 hours cruising from Sliema past Malta’s bays to Gozo and Comino. Swim at Crystal Lagoon or St. Nicholas Bay, then enjoy up to 3.5 hours at Blue Lagoon, with time for caves, snorkeling, and the boat waterslide. A Gozo option adds three hours on land, while the standard route gives you more time around Comino.

“Very good I like how captain and the crew keep the boat and the bathroom clean ( they clean bathroom like 100 times) excellent job”

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From Sliema: Gozo, Comino and Blue Lagoon Cruise - Gozo begins at Mgarr Harbor
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From Sliema: Gozo, Comino and Blue Lagoon Cruise

5.Gozo, Comino and Blue Lagoon Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,461 reviews · 7.5 hours · from $41

Spend about 7.5 hours cruising from Sliema to Gozo and Comino aboard the Luzzu Cruises vessels Mv Kataleya or Mv Lady Shelley. Choose an optional minibus visit to Qala Belvedere and Victoria, then swim or sunbathe at the Blue Lagoon, weather permitting. The crew provides English commentary, food and drinks are available for purchase, and the boat includes a waterslide.

“One of the best things you can do for a day. Silema Ferry Terminal is walkable from St. Julian’s. Getting the bus ticket was amazing value for money. The highlight was to swim in the Blue lagoon and watching the last Sunset my trip on the way back.”

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Malta: Comino, Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon & Caves Cruise - Ahrax Cave, Coral Lagoon, and Comino’s north channel
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Malta: Comino, Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon & Caves Cruise

6.Comino, Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon & Caves Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,882 reviews · from $34

Join Captain Kevin and the Hornblower crew for a family-run cruise from St. Paul’s Bay to Comino. See Malta’s caves and coastal sights, then spend about 4.5 hours at the Blue Lagoon with time to swim, snorkel, use the 10-meter slide, relax on deck, or explore ashore. Food and drinks are sold onboard.

“The staff were very friendly. Timing was great, left on time The stop at the Blue Lagoon was perfect, could stay on the boat or visit the island. The slide was fun and the steps were easy to get out the sea. I would suggest sitting on the left hand side, this is the side the island is on as u sail past.”

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From Sliema: Cruise Around Malta's Harbours & Creeks - Valletta’s bastions and Fort St. Elmo
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From Sliema: Cruise Around Malta’s Harbours & Creeks

7.Cruise Around Malta’s Harbours & Creeks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,292 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $24Best value

Sail from Sliema Ferries for 90 minutes around Marsamxett and Grand Harbors. You’ll pass Valletta, Fort St. Elmo, the Three Cities, shipyards, marinas, and historic forts while an English audio commentary explains what you’re seeing. Bring sunscreen, arrive 10 to 15 minutes early, and choose an open-air seat for the best views.

“Very nice trip, interesting information, although the prerecorded audio tapes are a tad outdated and should be renewed. I recommend it nonetheless.”

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Sliema: Boat Trip to Comino Blue Lagoon, Gozo, and Caves - Comino Blue Lagoon and the Island Stop
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Sliema: Boat Trip to Comino Blue Lagoon, Gozo, and Caves

8.Boat Trip to Comino Blue Lagoon, Gozo, and Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,061 reviews · 5 hours · from $47

Travel from Sliema on a fast boat with Captain Tony and deckhand Raphael. Swim at Crystal Lagoon, stop at Comino’s Blue Lagoon, visit Gozo’s Ħalfa Rock, and see coastal caves. You get shade, free mask use, and plenty of local stories during this lively half-day trip.

“Great day. Tony was fantastic as all the reviews will confirm. Swimming in Crystal Lagoon was a little chopping though. Take a noodle before jumping in...but do jump in ;)”

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Malta: The Three Fortified Cities Tour including Boat Trip - Key points before you book
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Malta: The Three Fortified Cities Tour including Boat Trip

9.The Three Fortified Cities Tour including Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,952 reviews · 4 hours · from $46

Spend four hours exploring Vittoriosa and Senglea with a licensed guide, then cruise Grand Harbour in a traditional Maltese frejgatina. You’ll see Cospicua on a panoramic drive, walk narrow historic streets, and enjoy views from Gardjola Gardens. Guides may include Maria, Elizabeth, John, or Dominic, with English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish offered.

“Maria was a fantastic guide, she really made history come alive and brought the real Malta closer to us. Beautiful scenery throughout the tour with the boat tour a nice added bonus. Thank you, Maria, I thoroughly enjoyed it!”

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From Sliema: Gozo, Comino & The Blue Lagoon Boat & Bus Tour - Mgarr Harbour and the ride into Gozo
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From Sliema: Gozo, Comino & The Blue Lagoon Boat & Bus Tour

10.Gozo, Comino & The Blue Lagoon Boat & Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,931 reviews · 7.5 hours · from $51

Cruise from Sliema to Gozo, ride by minibus to Victoria and its Citadel, then sail to Comino for 90 minutes at the Blue Lagoon. Expect English boat commentary, free time rather than a guided walk, a snack bar, toilets, and a waterslide. Captain Jean-Paul has led some departures.

“Trip was very well organised, staff super helpful because we traveled with kids. My son and staff fed the fish, he was very amused. Boat has windows bellow water so you can watch fish, kids loved it!”

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Comino & Gozo: Blue & Crystal Lagoons Cruise with Sea Caves - Finding the boat at Cirkewwa
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Comino & Gozo: Blue & Crystal Lagoons Cruise with Sea Caves

11.Comino & Gozo: Blue & Crystal Lagoons Cruise with Sea Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,536 reviews · from $33

Spend three to four hours aboard Sea Life Cruises’ small boat, limited to about 25 people. Swim at Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, and Santa Marija Bay, cruise into sea caves, view Elephant Rock, and visit Gozo Harbor on the daytime route. Guides including Joseph, Josh, and Josil provide friendly commentary in English.

“Great experience! All the crew we’re super friendly and it was easy to book/get to. Thank you for a great trip!”

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From Malta: Full-Day Gozo Quad Tour with Lunch and Boat Ride - The crossing from Malta to Gozo
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From Malta: Full-Day Gozo Quad Tour with Lunch and Boat Ride

12.Full-Day Gozo Quad Tour with Lunch and Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,419 reviews · from $131

Spend 6 to 8 hours touring Gozo by quad with guides such as Mark, Dave, Kiko, and Benny. Visit Qala Belvedere, Ramla Bay, the saltpans, Ghasri Valley, and Dwejra. Lunch, transfers, helmets, insurance, and a return powerboat ride via Comino are included.

“Mark and Tony were amazing! The trip was worth every penny and the beautiful views and seeing different parts of Gozo was amazing. Definitely recommend!”

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Malta: Comino, Gozo, Blue & Crystal Lagoon, and Caves Cruise - Finding the dock at Ċirkewwa
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Malta: Comino, Gozo, Blue & Crystal Lagoon, and Caves Cruise

13.Comino, Gozo, Blue & Crystal Lagoon, and Caves Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,408 reviews · from $28

Captain George’s half-day cruise from Ċirkewwa circles Comino, visits the Blue and Crystal Lagoons, passes sea caves and Gozo’s Mġarr Harbour, and includes time for swimming, snorkeling, and photos. Choose a longer daytime route or a shorter sunset sailing. Expect a welcome drink, watermelon, onboard toilets, and a bar.

“Amazing trip. Such a good option for someone who didn’t want to be on a boat trip for too long. Guides were lovely and gave out a drink and watermelon. The spots we went to were beautiful, really enjoyable few hours.”

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Blue Lagoon, Beaches and Bays Catamaran Sailing Tour - Finding Bugibba Jetty without a last-minute scramble
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Blue Lagoon, Beaches and Bays Catamaran Sailing Tour

14.Blue Lagoon, Beaches and Bays Catamaran Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,269 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $66

Spend about six hours aboard the Sea Breeze catamaran from Bugibba Jetty in St. Paul’s Bay. Swim at Blue Lagoon, with possible stops at Crystal Lagoon, Ghajn Tuffieha, Mellieha Beach, Ramla Bay, or Popeye Village. Sunbeds, lounging nets, restrooms, a bar, and limited snorkeling gear are available. The route changes with sea conditions.

“Nice boat with seemingly new and good accomdations, decent lunch you can by as an addition to the ticket. Unfortunately way too loud party-music the made it feel like a partyboat and disturbed the experience of gorgeus views, blue lagoon and made it difficult to speak to the people next to you. Asked the crew to turn the volume down a bit, but unfortunately it didnt happen. Arrive early (!) if you want a good spot.”

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Private Boat Tour: Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, Comino and Gozo - Blue Lagoon: beautiful, famous, and busiest
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Private Boat Tour: Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, Comino and Gozo

15.Private Boat Tour: Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, Comino and Gozo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,077 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Top rated

Take a private two-hour boat from Cirkewwa or Gozo’s Mġarr Harbour to Comino, Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon, Cominotto, sea caves, and reefs. Your skipper can adjust the route, find quieter anchorages, and provide snorkeling gear. Captains include Justin, Ginger, Upie, Lucas, and others.

“Extraordinary !!! Exceptional captain ! Amazing experience, out of the crowd ! Thank you Ginger !!!”

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