Sunset Cruises in Malta: The 10 Best Sailings

1.Blue Lagoon Afternoon Swim with Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 725 reviews · from $34Our pick

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”

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2.Sunset Cruise to the Blue Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 687 reviews · from $34

From Bugibba, Hornblower Cruises takes you past caves, coves, St. Paul’s Island, Coral Lagoon, and Ahrax Point to Comino. You get about two hours at the Blue Lagoon, with time to swim, use the 10-meter slide, walk ashore, or relax onboard. Katherine and the crew handle check-in, while the captain provides commentary.

“10/10 experience. The island is so much quieter than in the day and the boat docks in such a perfect place to swim at blue lagoon. Reasonable priced drinks on board too.”

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3.Malta Sunset Boat Tour: Bugibba to Comino Blue Lagoon Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 115 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36Top rated

Set out from Bugibba Jetty at 5:15 pm for a four-hour Hornblower cruise to Comino’s Blue Lagoon. Swim, snorkel, use the 10-meter slide, or stay aboard for coastal views and sunset photos. Food and drinks are sold on board, with crew members including Katherine and Kevin.

“We arrived at the boat only to be the only ones over the age of 20. The boat was over packed with people. I didn’t feel comfortable with the ammount of people on the boat. My partner and I felt it wasn’t the experience we hoped for and d”

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4.Scenic Sunset Cruise with Blue Lagoon Swim Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 77 reviews · from $28Best value

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.”

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5.An afternoon sunset cruise to the Blue Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 75 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36

Sail from Bugibba to Comino for two hours at the Blue Lagoon, then pause at Crystal Lagoon before returning past caves and cliffs at sunset. Sea Trips provides padded loungers, waterslides, onboard facilities, and food and drinks for purchase. The boat holds up to 250 people.

“I felt like the stop off at the caves were a bit unnecessary. However the stops at the crystal lagoon and the blue lagoon were the perfect length. We didn't feel rushed at all. A very well organised trip with a good amount of people.”

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6.Sunset Cruise to Blue Lagoon and Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 74 reviews · 4 hours · from $35

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).”

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7.Blue Lagoon Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 22 reviews · from $28

Join Mermaid Cruises at Bugibba Jetty for a 3.5-hour English-language evening cruise to Comino’s Blue Lagoon. You’ll enjoy a scenic boat ride, sunset swim stop, night views, and free time on or around the lagoon. Bring a towel, jacket, and your Comino entry ticket.

“It was a really great experience, sometimes a bit crowded”

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8.Private Sunset Boat Trip to Comino and Blue Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 18 reviews · 3 hours

Take a private speedboat from Cirkewwa around Comino, Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, Santa Maria Bay, and southern Gozo. Your English-speaking skipper, including guides such as Justin, Joe, or Casper, can adjust swim stops and finish with sunset views. Snorkel gear, permits, and port fees are included.

“Our boat driver was very kind and accomodating. Took us to all the beautiful spots at the right time to swim and enjoy the water and then catch the best sunset views. He was on time, didn’t mind us playing music and it was a smooth ride on the boat.. could tell he was experienced”

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9.Romantic Sunset Cruise on a Sailing Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 4 hours

Spend four private hours aboard the 14-metre sailing yacht Mowgli with skipper Evgheni. Sail past Valletta, Birgu, Senglea, and Cospicua, swim in a quiet bay, then anchor near Manoel Island or Rinella Bay for dinner beneath the stars.

“We really enjoyed the atmosphere of sailing at sunset, the brightly lit of great port after dark, and the night swimming. Very nice and helpful owner.”

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10.St. Julian’s: Comino Blue Lagoon Sunset Cruise by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 3 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $53

Take an English-hosted speedboat from St. Julian’s to Comino, passing Santa Maria Caves and stopping at the Blue Lagoon for free time, a short swim, and sunset. The return route passes St. Paul’s Islands. Bring a pass to step ashore, or you’ll be taken to Santa Marija Bay.

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