The 15 Best Blue Grotto Tours in Malta

1.Blue Grotto & Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 803 reviews · 4 hours · from $35Our pick

Visit the Blue Grotto for cliff views and an optional 20-minute boat ride, then spend 90 minutes at Marsaxlokk's Sunday Market and fishing harbor. Hotel pickup, transport, and a multilingual guide are included. Guides may include Mario, Maria, Mariela, Mark, or Vincent.

“The activity was good. The only issue was that at the fishermen village there wasn’t the market due to the “village festa” but it was written on the site so I’ve nothing to really complain about. Highly recommended”

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2.Marsaxlokk, Blue Grotto, and Qrendi Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 547 reviews · 4 hours · from $45

Travel from Valletta by air-conditioned bus to Malta’s fishing village of Marsaxlokk, the Blue Grotto cliffs, and traditional Qrendi. Expect a friendly multilingual guide, market browsing, sea views, and an optional grotto boat ride when weather allows. Confirm pickup time and location before departure.

“We enjoyed the day very much. It was a wonderful sunny Sunday, so the weather was perfect for this trip. Marsaxlokk is a beautiful fishing village and has a market on Sundays. The windless, sunny day was also perfect for the Blue grotto which was very enjoyable.”

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3.Prehistoric Temples, Limestone Heritage & Blue Grotto

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 412 reviews · 4 hours · from $41

Visit Malta’s 5,000-year-old Ħaġar Qim temples, a former quarry at Limestone Heritage Park, and the Blue Grotto on a four-hour guided tour. Hotel pickup, transport, entry fees, and a multilingual guide are included. The Blue Grotto boat ride costs extra and depends on calm weather.

“The guide was great! she explained to us so well when we arrived at the temples. I wish we had more time at Blue Grotto. Only 30 mins is too little! We only took the boat ride and that was all! No tine for photos. Nothing.”

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4.Blue Grotto, Dingli, Rabat, Mdina, Ta Qali & Mosta

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 75 reviews

Travel by private car with an English-speaking driver from the Blue Grotto to Dingli Cliffs, Rabat, Mdina, Ta Qali, and Mosta. You can add a 15-minute boat ride at the Blue Grotto, sample food in Mdina, and browse Maltese crafts, though the four-hour schedule can feel tight.

“Mellissa was a great guide, a safe driver, and very flexible in accommodating our needs. The weather was windy so we didn’t get to take a boat ride at the blue grotto, and the Ta Qali workshops were a bit of a waste of time if like me, you don’t care much for glass or rocks…..although watching them blow glass at the Valletta glass shop was interesting.”

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5.Blue Grotto and Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 65 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36

Travel from Valletta to Malta’s Blue Grotto and Marsaxlokk Fishing Village with a live English-speaking guide. You’ll get scenic viewpoints, free time at the Sunday market, and an optional 25-minute cave boat ride for an extra fee. Hotel pickup and return transport are included.

“Lack of information either from the marketing write up or from the accompanying guide. We did not go on the boat ride because we were unable to cope with the steep climb back to the bus: The quide failed to advise us private transport was available costing just 1 Euro per petson,”

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6.Blue Grotto and Marsaxlokk Half-Day Tour from Valletta

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 53 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $45

This four-hour English-language trip pairs Marsaxlokk’s fishing harbor and market with the Blue Grotto coast. You travel by guided vehicle with hotel pickup and return, then pay separately for the optional grotto boat. Guides may be multilingual, and past guides have included Lisa, Dane, and Linda.

“I love the Marsaxlokk and Blue Grotto areas, but I was disappointed with this trip. The schedule was not as advertised and the tour was little more than bus transportation for free time at Marsaxlokk and the Blue Grotto, so it wasn't really a tour as such. Also, they gave us time at another village which wasn't in the schedule but wasn't of interest to me anyway.”

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7.Malta Private tour: 5hr Mosta Dome, Mdina, Dingli Cliff’s & Blue Grotto

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews

Explore Malta with a private driver-guide and your own air-conditioned van for up to eight people. The route covers Mosta Rotunda, Mdina, Dingli Cliffs, and the Blue Grotto, with time for optional stops and a boat ride at extra cost. Carmel is one frequently praised driver.

“The tour was great. thank you, driver, for your work. The driver was kind, knowledgeable about Maltese history. On the excursion we got to know many beautiful places in Malta - a day spent pleasantly!”

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8.Southern Malta: Blue Grotto, Hagar Qim, and Marsaxlokk Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 35 reviews

Travel Malta’s southern coast with an English-speaking driver, stopping at Blue Grotto, Ħaġar Qim Temples, and Marsaxlokk. You’ll see luzzu fishing boats, browse the Sunday market when operating, and have time for food or a boat trip at your own cost.

“My guide provided excellent information to educate me at each stopping point on the tour, as well as in between while we were driving from location to location. He was also very happy to answer my questions about Malta’s economy, infrastructure, international relations and government. I would recommend this tour to future customers with similar interests! Thank you!!”

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9.Valletta, Marsaslokk, Blue Grotto, Hagar Qim & Mdina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 5 - 8 hours · from $135Top rated

Spend 5 to 8 hours exploring Malta with a private local driver, often Chris, who adjusts the day to your interests. Visit Valletta, Marsaxlokk, the Blue Grotto, Ħaġar Qim, Mdina, and more, with hotel pickup, flexible stops, and local food tips along the way.

“Chris was a very good driver/guide. He came on time; the car was very clean. He shared tidbits about Malta's history and culture to give us more context of the sites we were visiting. He was also very flexible about rearranging the schedule to allow us to bypass busier attractions and come back to them when there were less visitors. Our group highly recommends Chris.”

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10.Malta’s Splendour Excursion – Trips in Blue Grotto & Comino

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 32 reviews · 5 hours

Take a private five-hour boat charter for up to six people around Comino, Gozo, Malta, and the Blue Grotto. Your skipper, including Mario, Harry, or Joe, can adjust the route for swimming, snorkelling, caves, quiet bays, and sunset views. Bring food, drinks, towels, and cash.

“Excellent value for money. Mario, our tour guide was excellent. He really took us on an adventure. Watching the sunset from the boat was amazing too.”

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11.Malta Tour : Private Car- Mdina, Marsaxlokk, Blue Grotto

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 26 reviews

This private Malta car tour connects Mdina, Marsaxlokk, the Blue Grotto, Ħaġar Qim, Birgu, Mosta, and Dingli Cliffs in 5 to 8 hours. English or Italian-speaking local drivers such as Tony, Vince, Chris, and others tailor the route, share cultural insight, and collect you from selected towns.

“We enjoyed the detailed information from the guide. He was very accommodating and informative about the area. He took us to places a larger tour group couldn’t go. He was very helpful and had a great tour for us. Thanks a ton. Highly recommend”

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12.Marsaxlokk Market and Blue Grotto guided tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 25 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $45

Travel from Valletta by air-conditioned vehicle to Marsaxlokk’s fishing harbor, Wied iz-Zurrieq, and Qrendi. A guide handles the route in English, with pickup from listed hotels or a nearby meeting point. The Blue Grotto boat costs extra, about €10 cash, and runs only in suitable weather.

“Joli port mais marché trop bruyant et hors le poisson peu d artisanat local. Dommage. Qu'à.t à la grotte bleue pas de chance trop de vent ce jour là et pas de sortie e bateau”

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13.5 hr Vintage Bus Tour – Mdina & Blue Grotto inc. food

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $51

Ride a 36-seat vintage Maltese bus through Malta’s southern coast and old capital. You’ll visit Marsaxlokk, Blue Grotto, Siġġiewi, Dingli Cliffs, and Mdina, with food and drinks included. Guides such as Dan, Mark, and Daniel have been praised for clear local insight and helpful communication.

“We had a fantastic day with Mark. Perfect amount of time at every stop and we were able to see so much of the island. Thank you for the amazing day on Malta!”

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14.Blue Grotto, Dingli, Rabat, Mdina, Ta Qali & Mosta

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 20 reviews

Travel by private vehicle with an English-speaking driver through Malta’s traditional heartland. See Blue Grotto, Dingli Cliffs, Rabat, Mdina, Ta’ Qali, and Mosta, with hotel pickup and drop-off. Drivers such as Joseph, Joe, Kais, and Leslie tailor the day and help you avoid busy periods.

“Our event was great. We would like to specially thank our driver, Joe, in particular. He was not only our driver, but also a guide de-dacto who advised us on the best route, told us a lot of interesting things about the local Maltese life and interesting episodes in the history of Malta, and also suggested us a great place for lunch.”

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15.Blue Grotto Trip – Including Boat Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 18 reviews · from $34Best value

Meet your English-speaking team at Burger King in Sliema for a seven-hour Blue Grotto outing. You’ll travel by private bus, hike to Xutu Tower, cruise through sea caves in a small boat, and have time for lunch, swimming, or village browsing. Bring sturdy shoes, sun protection, food, and a towel.

“Ride, hike and boat trip were excellent. The waiting times for the bus rides could be improved (more than 30 minutes for both rides).”

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