The 10 Best Sunset Cruises in Malta

1.Blue Lagoon Afternoon Swim with Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 725 reviews · from $34Our pick

From Bugibba’s Sirens Quay, Sea Trips takes you to Malta’s Blue Lagoon and Crystal Lagoon for swimming, snorkeling, and time on a three-level catamaran with padded loungers and waterslides. You’ll cruise past sea caves and Santa Maria Caves, then return during sunset. An English host is provided, with audio commentary in several languages.

“Beautiful experience!! Got to see the turquoise blue waters for ourselves! Staff are also friendly and informative ! Defo would book this again”

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2.Sunset Cruise to the Blue Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 687 reviews · from $34

Cruise from Bugibba along Malta’s northern coast to Comino’s Blue Lagoon, with scenic stops, a two-hour lagoon visit, sunset swimming, deck chairs, music, and a 10-meter slide. Katherine handles check-in, while the crew provides commentary in English and Italian. Food and drinks cost extra, and you need a free Blue Lagoon QR access pass.

“It was a super cool experience. You can swim in the sea and watch the sunset. The lagoon is super pretty und was not too crowded that day. Would do it aigain!”

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3.Malta Sunset Boat Tour: Bugibba to Comino Blue Lagoon Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 115 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36Top rated

Leave Bugibba at 5:15 pm for Comino’s Blue Lagoon, passing St. Paul’s Island, caves, coves, and Malta’s northern coast. Swim for about two hours, use the boat’s 10-meter slide, and watch the sunset from the upper deck. Katherine is praised for her welcome, while Captain Kevin sometimes provides local information.

“We had a group of 4 adults and 2 children (ages 4 and 7), and it was perfect for all of us. The time spent at the Blue Lagoon was just right—enough to enjoy without feeling rushed. The kids especially loved the boat ride! There were drinks and food available on board, and everything was very reasonably priced. Highly recommended!”

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4.Scenic Sunset Cruise with Blue Lagoon Swim Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 77 reviews · from $28Best value

Join Captain Matthew and the Mermaid Cruises crew at Bugibba for a 3.5-hour sunset cruise toward Comino’s Blue Lagoon. Swim in clear water beneath the setting sun, or stay aboard with a drink and reggae music. The boat returns by moonlight around 9:00 pm. English guide, restroom, WiFi, and onboard drinks available.

“Lovely long boat ride out to the lagoon. Excellent staff captain and x1 support staff were great. Area we stopped off at amazing for a swim water so crystal clear.”

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5.An afternoon sunset cruise to the Blue Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 75 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36

Set out from Bugibba Jetty for an afternoon cruise to Comino. You get two hours at the Blue Lagoon, 30 minutes at Crystal Lagoon, onboard waterslides, padded loungers, sea caves, and a sunset over Malta’s cliffs. Food and drinks cost extra, and the boat can carry up to 250 people.

“fantastic sunset cruise. I experienced this cruise 2 weeks ago and recommended to my friends, and then enjoyed a happy weekend with sea adventure.”

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6.Sunset Cruise to Blue Lagoon and Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 74 reviews · 4 hours · from $35

Sail from Bugibba with Captain Owen and the Seahorse Cruises crew to Comino’s Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, and Santa Maria Caves. You get two hours for swimming and snorkeling, a shaded deck, sun deck, onboard toilet, shower, and drinks for purchase. The sunset timing helps you avoid much of the daytime heat and crowd.

“So glad we did the night cruise rather than the day. Excellent host, good food and drink prices. Swam for an hour and a half, this was enough swim time and the area was not too busy. We were told it is absolutely packed during the day time. Great value for money. Lovely cruising back in the darkness”

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7.Blue Lagoon Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 22 reviews · from $28

Join Mermaid Cruises at Bugibba Jetty for a 3.5-hour English-language evening cruise aboard The Mermaid. You’ll sail toward Comino, stop at the Blue Lagoon for swimming and free time, watch the sunset, and return beneath the night sky. Drinks and snorkel hire cost extra, and you must arrange Comino’s free entry ticket before sailing.

“It was a really great experience, sometimes a bit crowded”

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8.Private Sunset Boat Trip to Comino and Blue Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 18 reviews · 3 hours

Take a private boat from Cirkewwa around Comino, the Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon, Santa Maria Bay, and southern Gozo. Your English-speaking skipper can adjust the route for swimming, snorkeling, caves, and sunset views. Guides including Justin, Joe, Casper, Pedro, and Joseph have been praised for safe handling and friendly service. Fuel costs €79 extra.

“Navigation autour de Comino. Le capitaine du bateau était sympathique et à l’écoute de nos souhaits (baignade, découverte des lieux remarquables) pour finir face au coucher du soleil. Le soleil a joué un peu à cache cache avec quelques nuages. Navigation calme, bateau très propre.”

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9.Romantic Sunset Cruise on a Sailing Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 4 hours

Spend four private hours aboard the 14-metre sailing yacht Mowgli with skipper Evgheni. Cruise past Valletta, Birgu, Senglea, and Cospicua, swim at anchor, then enjoy dinner and wine near Manoel Island or Rinella Bay. Bring a towel and an extra pair of soft shoes if you prefer not to go barefoot on board.

“We really enjoyed the atmosphere of sailing at sunset, the brightly lit of great port after dark, and the night swimming. Very nice and helpful owner.”

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10.Comino Blue Lagoon Sunset Cruise by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 3 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $53

Take a 2.5-hour evening speedboat from St. Julian’s to Comino with an experienced skipper. Pass Santa Maria Caves, stop at the Blue Lagoon for free time and a possible swim, then return past St. Paul’s Islands. You need a government access pass to step ashore at the Blue Lagoon.

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