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Malta: Boat Party + Watersport+ Comino+ OpenBar ALL INCLUDED

3.7 · 37 reviews From $78 Operated by My Malta · Bookable on GetYourGuide
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The main draw here is simple: you get Comino, Blue Lagoon, and Crystal Lagoon in one afternoon, then turn the boat into a floating party as the sun drops. There is a live DJ, an open bar with spirits and soft drinks, and one free Crazy Sofa ride pulled by a speedboat.

I like the three swim stops, since the day is not just music and drinks. I also like the return at sunset, with a chance to see Popeye Village from the water. The main drawback is that the meeting point information has caused confusion, and the party format may not suit anyone seeking a quiet boat trip.

Key details before you book

Malta: Boat Party + Watersport+ Comino+ OpenBar ALL INCLUDED - Key details before you book

  • Three swimming stops: The cruise includes Comino, Blue Lagoon, and Crystal Lagoon, with time to get into the water.
  • One Crazy Sofa ride included: A speedboat pulls you over the water for a short, lively watersport ride.
  • Open bar on board: Spirits and soft drinks are included, but food is not.
  • Afternoon to sunset schedule: You party during daylight and return around sunset rather than sailing late at night.
  • Adults-only age range: The activity is not suitable for anyone under 17 or over 55.
  • Meeting point matters: Go to Labranda Riviera Hotel & Spa, and confirm the exact departure point before leaving.

A Malta boat party built around Comino

Malta: Boat Party + Watersport+ Comino+ OpenBar ALL INCLUDED - A Malta boat party built around Comino

At $78 per person, this is not simply a boat transfer to the Blue Lagoon. You are paying for a five-hour social outing with music, drinks, swimming, a watersport ride, and coastal views. That combination gives the price decent value if you plan to enjoy the full party setup.

I would not book it as a standard sightseeing cruise. The DJ and open bar shape the whole mood. Music plays while the boat moves through Comino and the lagoons, and the group atmosphere continues during the swimming breaks.

The outing begins in the afternoon at Labranda Riviera Hotel & Spa. From there, the boat heads toward Comino, one of Malta’s most popular places for clear water and sheltered bays. The timing is useful: you avoid a night departure and finish with sunset views instead.

Still, this is a party boat, not a silent nature trip. You should expect music, drinks, social energy, and a crowd looking to have fun. If you want a calm ride where you can hear every wave, choose another type of cruise.

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Starting at Labranda Riviera Hotel & Spa

Malta: Boat Party + Watersport+ Comino+ OpenBar ALL INCLUDED - Starting at Labranda Riviera Hotel & Spa

The official meeting point is Labranda Riviera Hotel & Spa. You should put that exact name into Google Maps and check the location before you set off.

This detail deserves attention. The stated meeting information has been confusing for at least one booking, with the actual departure point turning out to be different from what was expected. That person had to call the operator shortly before sailing and take another taxi.

I would contact My Malta before the day of the trip and confirm the precise place to meet the boat. Do not rely only on a saved map pin or a picture of the meeting area. The boat will not wait while you sort out a location problem.

Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so you need to arrange your own transport to Labranda Riviera Hotel & Spa. The trip also ends back at the same meeting point, which makes planning your return easier once you know the correct location.

Cruising toward Comino and the Blue Lagoon

Malta: Boat Party + Watersport+ Comino+ OpenBar ALL INCLUDED - Cruising toward Comino and the Blue Lagoon

The boat cruise is the sightseeing backbone of the afternoon. You pass through Comino, the Blue Lagoon, and Crystal Lagoon while the DJ provides the soundtrack.

Comino is especially well suited to this kind of trip. Its bays and channels give the boat plenty to show you, and the water is the main attraction. Rather than spending the day on land, you see the island from the sea and stop in its bays for swimming.

The Blue Lagoon is Malta’s best-known swimming stop, so you should expect it to be the busiest and most familiar part of the route. From the boat, you get a different view than you would from shore, with the group able to remain together on board.

Crystal Lagoon adds another water stop and helps break up the afternoon. The stated plan includes three stops for swimming around Comino, so you are not limited to one quick dip at the Blue Lagoon.

The exact length of each stop is not provided. That means you should think of the swimming as part of a moving party cruise, not a long beach day. Bring what you need for getting wet, but do not expect a full afternoon at one quiet cove.

The Crazy Sofa ride by speedboat

Malta: Boat Party + Watersport+ Comino+ OpenBar ALL INCLUDED - The Crazy Sofa ride by speedboat

The free Crazy Sofa ride is the most unusual extra in the package. A speedboat pulls the inflatable sofa, giving you a short, active ride across the water.

It is included once per person, and the experience is designed to be fun rather than technical. You do not need to arrange a separate watersport booking or pay an additional fee on the day.

The ride is also a useful break from the regular cruise. After seeing the coast and swimming from the boat, you get a burst of speed and a more physical activity. One account describes the ride beginning after a speedboat approached the party boat near Comino and the Blue Lagoon.

You should treat this as a shared party activity, not a private session. The available information does not state the ride duration, group size, or safety equipment details, so ask the crew if you need those specifics before taking your turn.

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Three swim stops around Comino

The swimming breaks are a major reason to book this outing. You have the chance to get into the water at Comino, the Blue Lagoon, and Crystal Lagoon, rather than only looking at the coast from the deck.

I like this arrangement because it gives the five-hour trip a natural rhythm. You cruise with music, stop for a swim, return to the party, then move to another bay. The water is not an afterthought squeezed into the last half hour.

A few practical points matter. Food is not included, so eat before departure or bring whatever the operator allows on board. Drinks are included, but an open bar is not a substitute for a meal.

You should also expect the swimming stops to feel social. This is not a secluded swim outing. The focus is on music, friends, drinks, and the scenery around you. If you want complete peace in the water, the party boat may feel too busy.

Open bar, DJ, and the sunset return

The open bar includes spirits and soft drinks. That can make the $78 price more attractive, especially if you expect to stay on board for the whole five hours and would otherwise buy several drinks separately.

The important limit is that food is not included. Plan around that before boarding. The supplied details do not list the exact drinks available, so you should not assume that every beer, wine, cocktail, or premium brand is part of the deal.

The live DJ keeps the cruise focused on celebration. Music plays while the boat sails through Comino and the lagoons, and the party continues during the return. The atmosphere has been described as friendly and energetic, with the staff helping keep the mood going.

The best visual moment should come late in the day. The boat returns at sunset, with views toward Popeye Village available on request. That gives you a pleasant finish: open water, changing light, and the Maltese coast behind the music.

Popeye Village is a colorful film set and one of Malta’s more recognizable coastal sights. You should confirm with the crew whether the route can include it on your date, since the information says this is available upon request rather than guaranteed as a fixed stop.

What $78 gets you

Malta: Boat Party + Watersport+ Comino+ OpenBar ALL INCLUDED - What $78 gets you

At $78, the value depends on how many parts you use.

You receive:

  • A five-hour boat trip
  • A live DJ set
  • An open bar with spirits and soft drinks
  • Three swimming stops
  • One Crazy Sofa ride
  • Views of Comino, Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon, and possibly Popeye Village
  • Discounts at selected bars, clubs, and restaurants in Malta

That is a fairly full package for an afternoon on the water. If you would pay separately for a boat cruise, watersport ride, drinks, and evening entertainment, the price can make sense.

The value is weaker if you do not drink, dislike loud music, or plan to leave early. You also need to pay for your own transport to and from the meeting point, and food is extra.

Discounts for pool clubs and nightclubs are offered after the cruise. These may appeal if you want to continue the evening, but they are not part of the core experience. I would treat them as a possible bonus rather than a reason to book.

Who will enjoy this most

Malta: Boat Party + Watersport+ Comino+ OpenBar ALL INCLUDED - Who will enjoy this most

This outing is aimed at adults who want several Malta highlights in one social package. It suits friends, couples who enjoy party settings, and anyone who wants swimming and music without arranging separate activities.

The age rules are firm in the supplied information: the activity is not suitable for people under 17 or over 55. That tells you something about the intended mood and audience. It is built for an adult party crowd rather than families or older sightseers.

You should also be comfortable with a group environment. The boat combines a DJ, open bar, shared swimming stops, and a speedboat ride. The experience works best if you like meeting people and do not mind a lively deck.

The advertised host languages include Arabic, Croatian, English, French, Italian, Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, and Spanish. Still, language support may vary during the actual trip. One booking found that French was the only language used in practice, so contact the operator if clear commentary in a particular language matters to you.

What may not work for you

Malta: Boat Party + Watersport+ Comino+ OpenBar ALL INCLUDED - What may not work for you

The biggest concern is not the sights. It is the organization around the departure point. A wrong or unclear meeting location can create stress, especially when a taxi must be changed just before the boat leaves.

The second concern is the difference between promotional images and the actual boat. One account noted that the pictures did not match the boat used. That does not mean the boat is unsuitable, but you should book for the route and activities rather than for a particular vessel shown in marketing material.

The third issue is the party style. The strong feedback focuses on fun music, drinks, swimming, the Crazy Sofa, and sunset colors. Those are exactly the features that may disappoint someone who wants a quiet maritime tour.

Finally, the experience does not include food. With five hours on the water, that is worth planning for. Eat beforehand and ask what snacks, if any, you may bring.

Booking and cancellation advice

The activity lasts five hours, with departure times shown according to availability. You should check the date carefully because afternoon schedules can vary.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which is useful if your Malta plans are not fixed.

The tour returns to the starting point, so you do not need to arrange a separate return from another harbor. You do, however, need to arrange your own transport both ways.

Should you book this Malta boat party?

Book it if you want Comino swimming stops, a Crazy Sofa ride, a live DJ, and drinks in one afternoon. The combination is convenient, and the sunset return gives the day a memorable finish.

Skip it if you want quiet sightseeing, a guaranteed gourmet meal, or a carefully narrated tour in a specific language. Confirm the meeting point before booking, and remember that the boat shown in promotional material may not be the boat you board.

For the right audience, $78 is a reasonable price for five hours of water activities and entertainment. I would choose it for a sociable day with friends, not as my only Comino visit if I wanted time to explore at my own pace.

FAQ

Where does the boat party start?

It starts at Labranda Riviera Hotel & Spa in Malta. Use that exact name in Google Maps and confirm the precise departure location before the day of the trip.

Where does the activity finish?

The boat returns to the original meeting point at Labranda Riviera Hotel & Spa.

How long does the boat party last?

The activity lasts five hours. Starting times depend on availability.

What islands and bays are included?

The route includes Comino, the Blue Lagoon, and Crystal Lagoon. Popeye Village may also be included at sunset upon request.

Are swimming stops included?

Yes. The experience includes three stops for swimming around Comino.

Is the Crazy Sofa ride included?

Yes. One Crazy Sofa ride pulled by a speedboat is included for each participant.

What drinks are included?

The open bar includes spirits and soft drinks. Food is not included.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. You must arrange your own transport to Labranda Riviera Hotel & Spa, and hotel drop-off is not included.

Is the experience suitable for children?

No. It is not suitable for people under 17 years old.

Can people over 55 join the boat party?

The activity is listed as not suitable for people over 55 years old.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Which languages are available?

The advertised languages are Arabic, Croatian, English, French, Italian, Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, and Spanish. Actual language use may vary, so contact the operator if this is important to you.

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