Malta · SEA CAVES TOURS
The limestone round Comino and the Gozo coast is undercut into arches and chambers that only small hulls can enter. These 15 are compared on which caves they actually go inside, morning versus afternoon light, and what the swell can cancel.
Join Sea Life Cruises for a three to four-hour English-language boat trip from Mellieħa. With about 25 people aboard, you’ll visit Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, Gozo Harbour, Santa Marija Bay, sea caves, and Elephant Rock, with time to swim and snorkel.
“Great experience! All the crew we’re super friendly and it was easy to book/get to. Thank you for a great trip!”
Cruise from Bugibba to Comino aboard a stable catamaran, stopping at the secluded Crystal Lagoon, crowded Blue Lagoon, and Santa Maria Caves. You can swim from the boat, use waterslides, rent snorkeling gear, and enjoy onboard bars, toilets, showers, and underwater viewing windows when available.
“Impossible to contact local operator prior to trip despite multiple texts, calls and online messages. Told us about a hotel on Camino during the trip only for us to arrive and learn it has been closed the past 5 years. Advertised as able to use the boat as your base when on this island. However, it departed to Gozo with other passengers and when it came back, the bridge to the boat was raised so that would could not get back on until very shortly before departure. My mother was very cold. Not well stocked, no milk for tea. Very expensive for 30 euro to be left on the island…”
Cruise from Marfa Jetty around Comino with an experienced captain and deckhand. You get 90 minutes at Blue Lagoon, one hour at Crystal Lagoon, cave views, a water slide, sundeck, toilets, and optional Comino island access. Bring cash for drinks, snacks, and the €10 cave trip.
“The guide was very nice and kind. The boat was comfortable and we had enough time to see the views and enjoy swimming in all the spots. The drinks were cool. We also had time to stop in one bay to have something to eat. Everything was splendid.”
Join skipper Johnny aboard a 24-passenger boat from Cirkewwa for a 3 to 4-hour cruise around Comino. Swim at Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, and Santa Maria Bay, use the free SUP and swim noodles, and see caves, Halfa Rock, and Elephant Rock.
“It was a great experience, definitely recommended. Our guide Johnny was very professional and nice with all the tourists”
Ride a fast, music-filled powerboat from Sliema to Comino with an English, French, Italian, or Spanish-speaking captain. Visit Santa Maria and Crystal Lagoon caves, then spend about four hours swimming and snorkeling at Blue Lagoon. Expect a bumpy, possibly wet ride and a crowded shore.
“It was an amazing experience. Music, a bumpy ride with the powerboat! Lovely time at the Blue Lagoon.”
Cruise from Bugibba aboard the smaller Mermaid boat, entering Comino’s sea caves, swimming at the Blue Lagoon, visiting Gozo, and seeing St. Paul’s Islands. You get Wi-Fi, a restroom, free time ashore, and a group capped at 48 people.
“Very nice and extensive tour, great experience and wonderfull Malta, Comino and Gozo. We were family with baby, baby was given special care and attention. Very recommended tour to get familiar with magnificent Malta wonders!”
Join Comino Land Charters in Mellieha for a four-hour boat trip to Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, Comino caves, Santa Marija Bay, and Elephant Head Rock. The captain brings you close to sea caves, provides a stand-up board, and allows time to swim. Blue Lagoon entry requires a free pass booked separately.
“Even though our harbour cruise was impeded a bit by rain, the trip was well worth the money. The blue lagoon was stunning and had plenty of options for swimming and food trucks. Only a star off for the drop off at Comino Island which doesn't have much to see on foot although you're given just under an hour to explore. Otherwise we had a wonderful time with a great boater. We would recommend!”
Join Seahorse Cruises from Bugibba for a full-day sail to Comino and Gozo. Captain Owen and his crew take you to Santa Maria Bay, the Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon, caves, and Gozo Harbor, with swimming stops, a jump platform, snacks, and onboard showers.
“Fantastic day out!! The Captain Owen and his staff were funny, very helpful and gave good advice. The boat was a really lovely sailing boat. Food was made fresh and very good value for money. Speed boat ride was an additional extra but would recommend it as you get to see more and see deeper into the caves - it’s also quite exhilarating. Thank you Clive for making it fun. Beautiful scenery but whilst blue lagoon is very pretty it is extremely busy and difficult to get down to due to the rocky paths. You really need water shoes and be reasonably fit and able to get into the water.…”
Cruise from Ċirkewwa with up to 24 people, stopping at Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, and Santa Maria Bay for swimming and snorkeling. Your crew also passes Comino Tower, Halfa Rock, Santa Maria Caves, and Elephant Rock. A stand-up paddleboard, shaded seating, toilet, and swim noodles are included.
“Stunning views of Blue Lagoon, crystal Lagoon and Santa Maria bay, despite slightly cloudy weather. I enjoyed the trip :)”
Join Gozoblu Private Boat Tours for a two-hour private trip from Cirkewwa or Mgarr. Your group of up to eight visits Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, and Cominotto, with snorkeling gear, water, and a cooler included. Francesco can adapt the outing for families and swimming plans.
“Lots of fun. Would recommend. Francesco was the best and took us to lots of places we wouldn’t have seen on any other tour.”
From Marfa Bay, a professional skipper takes you around Comino’s caves, Elephant Rock, St. Mary Battery, and Crystal Lagoon. You get two hours at Blue Lagoon for swimming, snorkeling, sunbathing, or a walk to St. Marija Tower. Augustino and Valentino are among the praised captains.
“The tour was really fun and we've got everything what we expected : the speed , the wind , a little bit water while speeding😁 the guide Augustino was friendly and explained well what we are seeing. the swimming at the blue lagoon was relaxing 😁”
From Bugibba, Mermaid Cruises takes you by boat to Comino’s Blue Lagoon for about three hours of swimming and sun. You can enter sea caves when weather allows, use the onboard restroom and WiFi, and buy lunch onboard. The boat holds up to 48 people.
“Some amazing places. Saw a lot without feeling rushed. Captain and crew were excellent. Traditional Maltese boat and smaller group. Avoid the big boats. You’ll regret it.”
From Marfa Bay, your English-speaking skipper takes you around Comino’s bays, caves, St Mary Battery, Elephant Rock, and Crystal Lagoon. You get a lively speedboat ride, cave visits, and two hours at the Blue Lagoon. Augustino is one of the guides noted for his friendly, entertaining style.
“Really enjoyed our trip, Augustino was a lovely and fun guide! Boat went so fast, be prepared to get wet people!”
Set out from Bugibba on a six-and-a-half-hour boat trip to Gozo and Comino. You get two hours at Mgarr Harbour, 90 minutes at the Blue Lagoon, cave views, snorkeling gear, a swim platform, shaded seating, and a chance to stay aboard away from the shore crowds.
“Bad experience. We drove through the hole island just to notice that the trip was cancelled without giving us an information.”
Set out from Bugibba on a smaller boat for the Blue Lagoon, coastal caves, swimming, and a bus ride to Victoria in Gozo. You get about one hour at Comino, two hours in Gozo, and a scheduled stop near St Paul’s Island. WiFi, toilets, and a snack bar are onboard.
“I did this tour with my wife, adult son and his wife. We are in our 60’s and they are in their 30’s. If you’re staying in historic Valletta, be aware that it’s a 30 min drive to the jetty. It cost €30 each way by cab. You can see St. Paul’s islands from the jetty and you pass by them on your way to Comino. I suggest you take photos both coming and going. (It rained on our return and I only got a few on the return). The tour was terrific, but also wear tennis shoes. Getting off the boat at Comino was a little scary as the…”
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