15 Malta Boat Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Cruise to Comino, Crystal Lagoon, and Blue Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,855 reviews · 7h 30m · from $41Our pick

Sail from Sliema aboard Luzzu Cruises’ Mv Kataleya or Mv Lady Shelley, passing Malta’s north coast before swimming at Crystal Lagoon, visiting Gozo, and spending up to 3.5 hours at Blue Lagoon. Captain John Paul is among the crew members praised for clear commentary and good timing.

“The waterside off the boat was entertaining. It would have been nice if we were closer to the beach, but it was still great.”

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2.Gozo, Comino & Blue Lagoon Cruise – swim & sightsee

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6,564 reviews · 7 hours · from $28

Spend seven hours aboard Hornblower Cruises with Captain Kevin and his crew, visiting Comino’s caves, swimming at the Blue Lagoon, and exploring Gozo. You get a 10-meter waterslide, live commentary, shaded seating, a snack bar, and an optional €5 shuttle to Victoria.

“We enjoyed our time on a boat! Crew was very friendly and helpful, food was wonderful with more than reasonable prices and sightseeing was worth the money. We would have like to spend more time on Gozo island but nonetheless we had great time.”

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3.Blue Lagoon, Beaches & Bays Trip by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,496 reviews · from $62

Sail from Sirens Quay on a modern catamaran with an English-speaking crew, music, sun loungers, swim ladders, and a cocktail bar. Swim offshore at the Blue Lagoon, visit two or three bays depending on weather, and add the optional BBQ. Sunset departures offer cooler temperatures and softer light.

“I really recommend this trip for seeing the Blue Lagoon. The boat was so lovely and it was such a nice vibe. Lunch was fab too!”

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4.Full-Day Gozo UTV Tour with Lunch and Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,408 reviews · 8 hours · from $94

Ride through Gozo in a six-seat open-air UTV with a local guide such as Benny, George, Connie, or Godwin. You’ll see the Citadel, salt pans, Xlendi, Dwejra, Ramla Bay, villages, and coastal views, then return to Malta by boat if weather allows.

“Benny was our guide. We had such a fantastic time today. The sightseeing was brilliant, really knowledgeable, friendly, and easy to chat with. We had a good laugh throughout, and it never felt rushed or scripted. Lunch was absolutely fantastic, and a real highlight of the day. To top it all off, they surprised Thiago with a birthday tiramisu and a full sing-song in the tavern, which was such a thoughtful and joyful touch, completely unexpected and really made the day special. They were also great at suggesting photo opportunities and even offering to take photos of us, which we really appreciated.”

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5.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 free time or an optional minibus on Gozo for Qala Belvedere and Victoria’s Citadel, then swim at the Blue Lagoon, view Santa Maria Caves, and return by boat. Captain-led commentary, a waterslide, and onboard food service add comfort.

“Great trip, all transfers from boat to bus were on time and good info given. Blue Lagoon stop for swimming was excellent. Terrific value for money. Crew very helpful.”

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6.Blue Lagoon & Caves Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,070 reviews · 7 hours · from $35

Cruise from St. Paul’s Bay to Comino with Captain Kevin, passing Malta’s coast, caves, and lagoons before a 4.5-hour Blue Lagoon stop. Swim from the boat, use the 10-meter slide, rent snorkeling gear, or relax with a pineapple cocktail. Food and drinks are available onboard.

“kids loved the slide at blue lagoon. Also vests provided were useful for blue lagoon. food was reasonable. The toilets could have been cleaner on the cruise.”

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7.Cruise Around Malta’s Harbours & Creeks

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

Set out from Sliema Ferries for a 90-minute cruise through Marsamxett and Grand Harbours. An English audio guide explains Valletta, the Three Cities, forts, dockyards, and creeks while you enjoy open-water views. Bring sunscreen, arrive 10 to 15 minutes early, and choose a seat with a clear view.

“Pleasant cruise around the harbours and creeks. Informative commentary. Lots to see and commentary helped with understanding the history. A great way to start our holiday!”

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8.Comino & Gozo: Blue & Crystal Lagoons Cruise with Sea Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,190 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $27

From Ċirkewwa, skipper Jose and his small family crew take you around Comino and Gozo in about four hours. Expect stops at Crystal Lagoon and Blue Lagoon, a possible Santa Marija Bay swim, cave views, Elephant Rock, and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere aboard a boat carrying about 25 people.

“It was really beautiful and one of the best experiences we had on malta😍 The guides were also really nice. I recommend it a lot!”

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

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

Join Captain Tony and Rafael on 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 supplied mask, though you may want to bring your own snorkel.

“A really nice boat, with a tour guide Tony, who was amazing. Really funny, knew a lot and pointed out interesting places and histories. Tony adjusted the tour depending on if there were a lot of boats in one spot, then we went to a called one. Couldnt have been a better guide and tour!”

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10.Comino, Blue Lagoon, Gozo, & Caves Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,436 reviews · 5h 30m · from $29

Set out from Bugibba on the small blue, white, and red Mermaid boat for a 5.5-hour English-language cruise to Comino and Gozo. You get one hour at Blue Lagoon, two hours on Gozo, cave views, swimming stops, and a friendly captain and crew. Food, drinks, and Gozo transport cost extra.

“the captain was lovely he made the trip so relaxing gave us all the information we needed for pick up and how long we had in each destination, gave us some great photo opportunities too, great value for money just would have been nice to have had longer in blue lagoon.”

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11.Day Jeep Tour with Private Boat to Gozo & return

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,178 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $96

Spend a full day seeing Gozo by Jeep and private boat, with guides such as Kiko, Vince, Stefanie, and Godwin sharing local stories. You’ll visit the Citadel, Ramla Bay, Xlendi, Dwejra, Ta’ Pinu, salt pans, and more, with lunch and tastings included.

“We had the best day today on the jeep safari tour of Gozo. Our driver Vince really made the trip one to remember. He was great with our two children and had so much insight into the island of Gozo. The day was jam packed full of the best sights of Gozo and well worth every penny. The lunch included was great and I would recommend doing the optional boat tour through the caves!!”

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12.Private Boat Tour: Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, Comino and Gozo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,077 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Top rated

Take a private boat from Cirkewwa or Gozo’s Mġarr Harbour to Comino, Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon, Cominotto, sea caves, and reefs. Your skipper sets the pace, provides snorkeling gear, and can tailor the route. Justin, Ginger, Lucas, and Upie are among the skippers praised for friendly service.

“Amazing service. On time with no issues. Friendly services and able to travel at our own pace without the stress of lots of people. Defo recommend”

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13.Private Day Sailing Boat Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 662 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Sail from Kalkara Marina toward Comino on a private charter with a skipper such as David, Terry, or Nick. You can shape the day around swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, sea views, and quieter bays, with Crystal Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, and St. Paul’s Bay on the route.

“Captain Steve was a wonderful host and guide! He told some fantastic stories (we aren’t sure they were all true! Haha!!) and showed us a wonderful day. This tour was well worth every penny! The food was great (Captain Steve’s famous barbecue) My wife has mobility issues and they were very helpful getting her on and off the boat”

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14.Day Quad Tour with Private Boat to Gozo & return

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 649 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $117

Ride a quad across Gozo with guides such as Mark, Benny, Michael, and Andrew, stopping at Dwejra, Ramla Bay, salt pans, Xlendi, and more. Your day includes lunch, tastings, hotel pickup on set routes, and a return powerboat ride past Comino’s caves.

“Great experience, we got picked up from our hotel in the morning, got on the boat to Gozo and had an amazing day with Michael and Mark.These boys were great,they looked after us,we rode through some very interesting streets on the island stopping at amazing spots .Lunch was nice ,we enjoyed every minute of this tour.Thankyou Michael and Mark and we hope we'll get the chance to do it again some time.”

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15.Gozo Comino and Blue Lagoon Boat Tour with Swim Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 445 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $33

Join Oh Yeah Malta from Mellieħa Bay at 9:30 for a full-day cruise past Malta’s caves and towers, three hours on Gozo, and a 90-minute swim at the Blue Lagoon. Optional Gozo transport and a small-boat cave tour help you see more, while the main boat offers a diving platform and ladder.

“Nice trip; bar available at the deck. Transport in Gozo island is not included in the ticket. Blue Lagoon was bstuffed with so many people that it diminished the overall experience. I do not recommend to go there on weekends.”

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