Malta · CANOES & KAYAKS
The 15 best kayak trips you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Set out from Sensi Watersports beneath Sensi Lido Beach in St Thomas Bay. Adrian, Nani, Alamin, and the team provide safety tips, kayaks, and local advice before you paddle independently toward the Munxar Window, Hofriet Window, sea caves, and swimming spots.
“Absolutely brilliant experience, easy check in, perfect duration and amazing price”
From Hondoq Bay, guides such as Chris, Viv, Laura, Frank, and Andrew lead beginners across the Gozo Channel to Comino. Expect caves, arches, quiet swim stops, Blue Lagoon views, safety instruction, and free tour photos.
“Frank was an excellent tour guide and accommodated various skill levels of the group. The caves, cliff jumping, free swim and blue lagoon were awesome.”
Paddle from Hondoq Bay on Gozo to Comino with guides such as Frank, Chris, Andrew, and Viv. Expect 2.5 hours on the water, cave passages, quiet coves, a 30-minute swim stop, and a short visit to the busy Blue Lagoon. Beginners are welcome, but you need basic fitness and swimming ability.
“Was a fantastic trip. We had a very great time and especially the guide was very professional and sympathetic, even though we had a few tough moments (tough in the sense of struggling to turn around). I highly encourage you to do the same and form some memories.”
Meet Sensi Watersports at St Thomas Bay, where staff provide a board, paddle, life jacket, and safety lesson. With help from instructors such as Nani, you can build confidence before paddling your own route along Marsaskala’s clear southern coast.
“I highly recommend. Nani was very helpful! He will save you in a crisis situation. He has his finger on the pulse. Nani - thank you!”
Start at Little Armier, the closest launch point to Coral Lagoon, and paddle independently toward its natural cave and clear water. Seasport Malta provides a single or double kayak, paddles, and a life jacket, plus directions and basic instruction. The activity lasts two hours and is not guided.
“Great activity, decent kayaks and good instructions on how to find the Coral Lagoon from the staff working there. It was described as ‘quite choppy’ on the day we went. Being British and used to the English Channel the sea was ok condition wise for us, but as there are no guides and you’re out on your own in fairly deep water, I’d suggest it might not be the best activity for anyone that hasn’t tried kayaking before. Good choice of either double kayak or singles, life jackets provided and they have lockers for your valuables.Read more”
Paddle along Malta’s south coast from St Thomas Bay with a qualified guide, learning basic SUP skills before visiting caves, cliffs, beaches, and quiet bays. Guides Adrian and Alamin have helped guests adjust plans when wind made kayaking the safer choice.
“Great experience, very caring guide that took the time to teach basic techniques but also made sure to take us to the best swimming and pictures spots. The organizers ensure safety at all times. I would go back and try other water sports with them for sure”
Start at Hondoq Bay for a one-hour guided kayak along Gozo’s coast, with a beach stop and cave views. After a short break, take a boat to Santa Maria Caves, then get dropped at Comino’s Blue Lagoon for swimming and snorkeling before returning to Gozo.
“Un très bon accueil ,nous avons pris la formule 1h de kayak ,visite intérieure de grottes,puis arret baignade.Retour au point de départ pour embarquer sur le bateau et visiter d’autres grottes ,c’est magnifique !Puis dépôt au blue lagoon pour le reste de la journée ,vous choisissez votre heure de retour ,très bonne organisation !Merci !on a passé une merveilleuse journée”
Meet guide Tibor at Manoel Island Slipway for a two-hour stand-up paddleboard trip around Manoel Island. After a safety and technique briefing, you will pause near Sliema to swim and snorkel, practice board skills, and pose for photos with Valletta behind you. English only, basic swimming required.
“Amazing Amazing Amazing 😍, definitely I would like to do it again if I had enough time in Malta. Our guide was perfect 💯, experienced, gave me a lot of tips, and encouraged me. He was patient with me as a beginner.”
Paddle from Sensi Watersports in Marsaskala’s St Thomas Bay toward Munxar, where you can explore sea caves, swim, and snorkel in clear Maltese water. The private one-hour outing suits a quick coastal adventure, but the short time requires a fast pace and careful weather planning.
“Very good but one hour is too fast to go to the caves. You have to be very fast and it’s not easy at all”
Meet your guide at Għnejna Bay at 4:30 pm for a three-hour stand-up paddleboard trip to Ta’ Marija caves. Learn the basics, stop to snorkel, take cave photos, and finish with sunset views from the water. Equipment is included, and groups are limited to seven.
“Very nice SUP Short-Trip and a nice and courteous Guide! If you haven't had any experience with SUPs tell the guide truthfully, so that he can plan the trip accordingly. I was in a Group of 6 people who could already stay standing while paddling the waves. They even did some acrobatics. I really enjoyed it.”
Join Kayak Tours Malta for a 2.5-hour paddle from Mistra Bay to St Paul’s Island. You’ll learn basic kayak skills, explore a coral-lined cave, cross a short channel, and choose between a swim or island walk as the sky turns orange. Alan is among the guides praised for his friendly approach.
“Great experience and ideal time to explore the coastline on the water. Friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommend”
Meet Sensi Watersports behind the Sensi Beach Lido, where an instructor explains the paddle boat, safety rules, and route. You’ll paddle St. Thomas Bay toward Sea Caves Cliffs and Hidden Windows, with life vests supplied. Nani has been praised for clear, friendly instruction.
“Kayak plus confortable que l année précédente. Bonne prise en charge.”
Meet your English-speaking SUP instructor at 6:45am by the stairs at Yoga Malta Blue Grotto. Learn basic paddle and safety skills, practice sea yoga, paddle along Blue Grotto Bay 2, and snorkel in clear water. Groups are limited to eight, and all equipment is supplied.
“Ideal! Relaxing! A workout on the sup when there is a fair bit of wind, but definitely worth it!”
Alan and his colleague guide you from Mistra Bay along Malta’s northern coast, through Tal-Mignuna cave and past purple and orange coral. Expect a fast-paced kayak outing, a 25-minute St Paul’s Island break, and route changes when weather makes the island unsafe.
“Starting off from a nice little bay. Well organised. Nice to do some exercise. We should have done the kayaking in swimwear/shoes as there was water on the seats/bottom - we were going back in the car.”
Join SUP Stars Malta for a two-hour stand-up paddleboard trip around Manoel Island. Instructor Tibor teaches the basics, leads you past Fort Manoel and Valletta, and stops in Sliema for swimming, snorkeling, photos, and relaxed practice.
“This was honestly one of the best experiences! Tibor was a really friendly and passionate instructor and took us on an amazing paddleboard tour around the bays and the fort. We had stops where we could swim in the water which is great on such a hot afternoon, and he was generally just a really interesting guy telling us things about what we were seeing. Would 100% love to do this again and would recommend to everyone!”
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