The 15 Best Sliema Tours & Boat Trips

1.Comino, Crystal Lagoon, and Blue Lagoon Cruise

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

Spend 7.5 hours cruising from Sliema past Malta’s bays to Gozo and Comino. Swim at Crystal Lagoon from May to October, enjoy up to 3.5 hours at Blue Lagoon, use the boat slide, and see Comino’s caves. You can also choose a Gozo option with three hours ashore.

“Swimming in the sea was great. If you suffer from motion sickness, do take some medication for that, because I don't suffer, but where the waves were rough on our way going, it really did get to me. Wear your swimwear underneath your clothes so that you're ready to go. There are 2 places we go swimming. Don't forget your goggles and snorkels if you have them! It was such a nice way to cool down from the heat”

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2.Gozo, Comino and Blue Lagoon Cruise

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

Spend 7.5 hours cruising from Sliema to Gozo and Comino. Choose the Gozo minibus for Qala Belvedere and Victoria’s Citadel, then swim at the Blue Lagoon, ride the boat slide, and see Comino’s caves. The English-speaking captain provides commentary throughout.

“A great day out. Staff were friendly and helpful. Just a word of warning, 90 minutes seems ages in Victoria but food service is very slow so be mindful if you want time to visit the citadel etc. Take some euros to tip the staff, too many people didn’t and they were excellent.”

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3.Cruise Around Malta’s Harbours & Creeks

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

Spend about 90 minutes cruising from Sliema around Marsamxett and Grand Harbors. You’ll pass Valletta’s bastions, Fort St. Elmo, the Three Cities, dockyards, marinas, and historic forts while an English audio guide explains what you’re seeing.

“An absolutely amazing way to take in the extraordinary scenery!!”

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

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

Join Captain Tony and deckhand Raphael for a five-hour powerboat trip from Sliema to Crystal Lagoon, Comino Blue Lagoon, Gozo’s Ħalfa Rock, and coastal caves. Swim from the boat, stroll Comino, and use the provided masks, though you must bring your own snorkel.

“We are in love with this trip. We traveled with Tony and we need to say it was one of our best experiance. He is very clever, friendly and funny. He explained everything very precisely, he told us the stories about the island. They also gave us masks for swimming for free. We really recommend this trip to everyone :) They have the best plan for trip and very good organisation”

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

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

Set sail from Sliema for Gozo, ride a bus to Victoria and its Citadel, then cruise to Comino for 90 minutes at the Blue Lagoon. This is an independent day trip with transport, English boat commentary, a bar, toilets, and a water slide, not a fully guided land tour.

“Brilliant trip , nice staff members , nice boat , everything made clear , great visit to Gozo , comino , blue lagoon Highly recommend this trip”

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6.Sliema/St. Paul’s: Gozo, Comino & Blue Lagoon Ferry Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 780 reviews · from $40

Spend a full day cruising from Sliema or St. Paul’s Bay to Gozo and Comino. You get about two hours at each stop, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and time to swim at the Blue Lagoon. Gozo transport, food, and the required Blue Lagoon access pass cost extra.

“Air con boat. Searched for seats as people using seats for their luggage (annoying for families)! Went on Hop on Hop off bus in Gozo, tight on timings to return to our boat but made it. They were counting people on and off thankfully. Gozo was pretty and info on bus was clear. Blue lagoon was a little disappointing as so busy and Onky day we could go. Booked speed boat into caves. Waited for 2nd boat which lessened time in sea before returning to return to Malta. Glad we did it but wouldn’t book speed boat as caves was not too impressive (seen better)!Read more”

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7.Valletta and the Three Cities Scenic Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 763 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $24

Set out from Sliema on a 90-minute, air-conditioned catamaran cruise around Marsamxett Harbour and the Grand Harbour. You’ll see Valletta, Vittoriosa, Senglea, and Cospicua from the water, with live commentary in English and German, Wi-Fi, and a cash bar.

“Nice comfortable trip with lots to see and experience”

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8.Gozo/Comino Blue Lagoon Gulet Cruise w/ Lunch+Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 505 reviews · from $84

Spend 7.5 hours aboard The Fernandes, a traditional Turkish gulet sailing from Sliema to Comino and Gozo. Swim in clear coves, visit the Blue Lagoon area, enjoy buffet lunch, snacks, and unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, and water. A €15 motorboat trip to caves may be available.

“Great experience. The staff on the boat was really nice, food was great. Both Blue Lagoon and Slug's Bay were breathtaking.”

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9.Gozo 4×4 Buggy Tour with Lunch and Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 417 reviews · 8 hours · from $100

Spend eight hours touring Gozo in a chauffeured 4x4 buggy with a local guide such as Mo, Natasha, George, or Steve. Visit Ġgantija, Xlendi, Dwejra, the Citadel, and salt pans, then enjoy buffet lunch with wine. A seasonal Comino swim and boat ride may complete the day.

“Amazing buggy tour! Could not fault it, we covered so much of the island and some extra bits as we were running ahead of time! Very knowledgable guide and well worth the money!”

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10.Full-Day Gozo and Blue Lagoon Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.2 · 416 reviews · from $45

Spend eight hours cruising from Sliema to Gozo and Comino. You get 75 minutes in Victoria, time to reach the Cittadella, and a Blue Lagoon swim stop. The English-speaking host and audio guide keep things simple, but food, drinks, snorkel gear, and the optional EUR 10 upper deck cost extra.

“Great. We liked it very much. I'm very sorry that there wasn't 6 stars.”

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12.Comino Blue Lagoon Powerboat Tour with Comino Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 234 reviews · from $68

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.”

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13.Sailboat Party with an Open Bar, Food, and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 155 reviews · from $79

Join The Dance Island’s evening sailboat party aboard Faith in Sliema. Expect a live DJ, open bar, tuna or ham and cheese ftira, fresh fruit, a swim stop, sunset views of Valletta, and an onboard photographer. This is an adults-only, four-hour party cruise.

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15.Beach Yoga Class with Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 28 reviews · from $26

Meet Yoga Malta at Sliema Chalet for a 75-minute English-language class of breathing, sun salutations, poses, and relaxation. All levels are welcome, with pose adjustments for beginners. Bring a mat or towel, then cool off with a swim in the Maltese sea.

“Great yoga class, I felt so relaxed afterwards! The instructor is kind and provides modifications of the poses. A must try in Malta if you’re into yoga.”

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