Malta · ST PAUL’S BAY TOURS
St Paul’s Bay and Bugibba are the north-coast base, close to both the aquarium and the Comino quays. The 15 below cover the boats, the tickets and the trips inland, with prices and pickup points.
Join Sea Trips for a lively six-hour catamaran cruise from Sirens Quay in Bugibba. Swim near the Blue Lagoon, visit weather-dependent bays and caves, enjoy music, sun loungers, cocktails, and an optional BBQ. The boat stays offshore, so this is a swim-and-sun day rather than a shore excursion.
“Activity was very good! We looveddddd thee blue lagoon It was a lovely and sunny day”
Enter Malta National Aquarium’s starfish-shaped building for 51 tanks featuring Mediterranean life, sharks, jellyfish, reptiles, frogs, and insects. Walk beneath the main tank, catch feeding sessions or talks, and allow 1 to 2 hours. The ticket is wheelchair accessible and valid for 180 days.
“We spent two hours thoroughly enjoying all the exhibits. It isn't huge but if one takes an interest, there is plenty to see and learn.”
Join Mermaid Cruises aboard the blue, white, and red Mermaid for a seven-hour English-language boat trip from Bugibba. Swim at the Blue Lagoon and St Paul's Island, walk around Gozo, view Santa Maria Caves, and enjoy help from crew members including Robbie, Matthew, or Roppy when scheduled.
“Lovely small boat. Didn’t go from St Paul’s. Got bus to other port. Bus broke down so we were delayed by an hour Blue lagoon was gorgeous even though it was very busy it was still lovely. Stayed for an hour and a half then went to Gozo. Took bus to centre. Absolutely beautiful. Only an hour and a half so got lunch and a quick look round. Would like more time here. Back to boat to visit crystal caves. Again amazing. Too rough to stay for swim. Back to bus who dropped us off at our apartment in the way. Highly recommend. Great value. Wonderful boat.Read more”
From Bugibba’s Sirens Quay, cruise to Malta’s Blue Lagoon and Crystal Lagoon for swimming, snorkeling, and waterslide fun. You’ll have roughly two hours or more at the Blue Lagoon, 30 minutes at Crystal Lagoon, then pass Santa Maria Caves as the sun sets. Drinks and snacks cost extra.
“My friends and I had an amazing experience, as it’s the afternoon ita no too busy, the drinks are not to expensive, the team is very cool and we staid few hours at blue lagoon, the water slides are fun, and the sunset is unbelievable Thanks a lot, I will book this activity again for sure”
Set out from Bugibba on Seahorse Cruises for a 6.5-hour trip to Gozo and Comino. Visit Victoria, swim from the boat near the Blue Lagoon, and pass Santa Maria Caves. Captain Owen and the crew are known for friendly service, while onboard snacks, drinks, toilets, showers, and a sun deck keep the day easy.
“The trip was excellent! The yacht and the captain were superb! Really great experience, so great we did it twice! Many thanks to the captain and crew.”
Learn basic scuba skills in English, then practice them during a training session before exploring Malta’s clear coastal water on a second shore session. Instructors such as Ema, Marcel, Holly, Daniel, and Riccardo are praised for calm, patient guidance. Groups are limited to four, with a maximum depth of 12 meters.
“It was a great experience with a sophisticated guide. Highly recommend it to anyone who wants to give it a shot”
Spend a flexible day exploring more than 100 restored classic cars and motorcycles in Saint Paul’s Bay. See a 1955 Jaguar C Type, 1972 Fiat 500F, T-Birds, Spitfires, period toys, gramophones, and workshop memorabilia. Entry is self-guided, wheelchair accessible, and valid for one visit during opening hours.
“Great car museum , lots of beautiful cars , great collection. Was a bit too hot inside. But we enjoyed it , thanks”
Use one pass for Malta’s City Sightseeing buses, Captain Morgan’s Grand Harbour Cruise, major museums, Heritage Malta sites, family attractions, and selected Gozo or Comino trips. Choose 3, 4, 6, or 7 days, then plan carefully around ferry reservations and the required Blue Lagoon QR code.
“excellente réactivité si vous avez des questions. Très bonne prise en charge et réponse même tardivement. Merci 👍”
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.…”
Take a four-hour private cruise from Cirkewwa with skipper Francis, exploring Comino’s caves, Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon, bays, and swim spots. The route is flexible, with snorkel gear, music, showers, and an optional Maltese platter. Expect a relaxed alternative to crowded large boats.
“The boat trip was absolutely insane, had the most amazing time. The guide was super friendly and helpful, was able to bring lots of drinks and food which was definitely needed as theirs only one stop (blue lagoon) where you can grab food and drinks. But the guide was super helpful and definitely would have taken us somewhere to grab anything. It was only 4 hours but definitely could have done longer but was still enough time to enjoy the sights. We had music on the whole time and want driving into the sea of the boat and cliffs. Would 100% recommend, was great value for money !!!Read more”
At Malta Chocolate Factory, an English-speaking chocolatier guides you through chocolate history, production, truffles, and molded treats. You will paint your own chocolates, wear an apron, and take your creations home. The one-hour class costs $29 and welcomes wheelchair users, but not children under 8.
“It was fun and a nice souvenir (if the chocolates actually make the flight home!) 🤣🤣🤣❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Our teacher was very sweet ❤️”
Join Captain Matthew and the Mermaid crew at Bugibba for a 3.5-hour English-language sunset cruise. Sail north to Comino’s Blue Lagoon, swim beneath the setting sun, or relax with a drink and reggae music before returning by moonlight.
“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.”
Join Captain Owen and the Seahorse Cruises crew for a four-hour evening sail from Bugibba to Comino. You get two hours at the Blue Lagoon, time for swimming or snorkeling, a pass by Crystal Lagoon and Santa Maria Caves, and sunset views from a comfortable boat with shaded and sunny decks.
“The sunset cruise trip was incredible and excellent value for money. The crew were informative about the local area throughout the entire sailing. We had a sufficient amount of time when we arrive at the lagoon to swim, dry off and watch the sunset before having to get back onto the boat. On our return back to shore, the crew sailed us around to see some of the caves around the lagoon as well (which is not what most of the other cruise companies did - they tend to take you to direct to lagoon and straight back again).”
Spend six hours tracing St. Paul’s story in Malta, from Rabat’s grotto to Mdina Cathedral and St. Paul’s Bay. You’ll walk with a licensed English-speaking guide, often Mario, whose broad knowledge brings the early Christian era, churches, and local life into focus. Lunch is independent, and comfortable shoes are essential.
“Mario was amazing and very insightful into the history of St Paul and Malta. Would recommend this trip”
Sail from Fekruna Jetty on a four-hour catamaran limited to 20 people. You’ll see Santa Maria Caves, swim at Blue and Crystal Lagoons, use shared paddleboards, and enjoy beer, wine, soft drinks, water, and light snacks. Captain Dustan may share local stories along the way.
“Great day, all three guides were amazing, lots of local knowledge and couldn’t do enough for you. It’s great that there’s only a small group of people, there are other tours which are packed and look a lot less enjoyable. Free use of paddle boards also. Drinks are available throughout and some light snacks.”
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