Mellieha: Comino and Blue Lagoon Jet Ski Safari Tour at 3 PM

Comino is at its best from the water, and this 1.5-hour jet ski safari gives you a fast, close-up look at the island’s cliffs, caves, and bright lagoons. You ride from Marfa Bay, follow a guide, and make time for swimming rather than simply racing past the sights.

I like the new Sea-Doo machines and the fact that fuel, a life jacket, instruction, and a safety boat are included. I also like the small group limit of 10 people, which should make it easier to stay with the guide and get a good view at the stops. The main consideration is the price: $227 covers one jet ski for up to two people, so it is better value for a couple sharing a ski than for a solo rider.

Key points at a glance

• Ride a 2024 or 2025 Sea-Doo: The GTX 130 and GTX Pro models are built for a brisk, stable ride around Comino.
• See more than the Blue Lagoon: The route includes St. Mary Battery, Comino Arch, Elephant Rock, Santa Maria Caves, Halfa Rock, Crystal Lagoon, and Lovers Cave.
• No boating license is required: You receive an orientation and safety briefing before setting out.
• Swimming is part of the plan: The Blue Lagoon and Crystal Lagoon provide time for a short swim and snorkeling stop.
• One jet ski fits two people: The listed price is per ski, with a combined maximum weight of 160 kilograms.
• The tour returns to Marfa Bay: You start and finish at Blue Waves Watersports beside the Labranda Hotel and diving center.

Why this Comino ride is different from a standard boat trip

A regular boat tour lets you see Comino from the rail. A jet ski puts you closer to the water and gives the route a much more active feel. You will feel the spray, handle the turns, and move through stretches of open water between the island’s rocky points.

That speed comes with a tradeoff. The ride can feel intimidating at first, especially if the sea is choppy. One first-time rider found the larger waves worrying in the opening minutes, then got comfortable with the Sea-Doo and enjoyed the rest of the safari. You should expect a real motorized-water activity, not a gentle sightseeing cruise.

The guide sets the pace, points out the landmarks, and keeps the group together. This matters because Comino’s most interesting sights are spread along the coast. You are not simply heading straight to the Blue Lagoon, taking one picture, and returning. The route works as a compact tour of the island’s eastern and southern shores.

Starting at Marfa Bay at 3 PM

The meeting point is the Blue Waves Watersports office at Marfa Bay, beside the Labranda Hotel and next to the diving center. Allow enough time to arrive, find the office, and get ready in beachwear before the activity begins.

The listed departure is 3 PM, but starting times are subject to availability. The afternoon slot can work well if you have spent the morning elsewhere in northern Malta. It also avoids committing your entire day to the activity. On the other hand, you should keep an eye on the weather and sea conditions, since the tour runs only when those conditions are suitable.

Before you ride, staff provide a safety briefing and explain how to operate the Sea-Doo. No license is required, and the instruction is meant to help first-time riders get their bearings. That said, you are still responsible for controlling a powerful watercraft, so listen carefully and do not feel pressured to ride faster than feels comfortable.

The equipment is one of the stronger parts of the setup. You use a Sea-Doo GTX 130 from 2024 or a Sea-Doo GTX Pro from 2025, depending on the assigned machine. Fuel is included, as are life jackets and the support of a safety boat.

St. Mary Battery and Comino Arch

Once you leave Marfa Bay, the route heads toward Comino. The first major views include St. Mary Battery and Comino Arch, two memorable markers along the approach to the island.

The battery gives the coast a built, historic point of interest amid the pale stone cliffs. From the water, you get a low angle that makes the shoreline feel more dramatic than it does from a road or footpath. Comino Arch adds a natural feature to the ride, and passing it by jet ski gives you a quick sense of the island’s broken, rocky edge.

This part of the ride is also where you get used to the machine. The engine noise, changing speed, and waves can take a few minutes to feel natural. If you are riding with a passenger, agree on simple signals before leaving. The passenger cannot steer, so comfort and communication matter.

Elephant Rock and Santa Maria Caves

The eastern coast brings you to Elephant Rock and the Santa Maria Caves. These are the kinds of sights that make a guided water route worthwhile, because the best views are from offshore.

Elephant Rock is a striking rock formation that is easy to appreciate from the sea. The Santa Maria Caves add darker openings and shaded sections to the pale limestone coast. Your guide leads the way and gives you time to look as the group passes these points.

Do not expect a long stop at every landmark. The tour lasts only 90 minutes, and the main purpose is to combine a moving coastal tour with a short swim. If you want extended time at each cave or a slow photo session, a longer private charter would suit you better.

You may also pass into quieter stretches of water before reaching the busier lagoon areas. The contrast is useful: Comino is famous for its turquoise water, but its appeal also comes from the rough cliffs and small inlets between the headline sights.

Halfa Rock and the ride around Comino

Halfa Rock is another dramatic coastal point on the route. Here, the value is less about a formal attraction and more about the changing view from the water. The jet ski lets you see the rock from different angles as the group moves past it.

The guide keeps the ride organized, and a support boat accompanies the group. This is reassuring for beginners and useful if someone needs help or a break. The small-group format, capped at 10 participants, should make the ride less chaotic than a large water-sports outing.

The pace can vary with sea conditions. Calm water makes it easier to enjoy the scenery and control the Sea-Doo. Rougher water adds excitement but can be tiring, especially for a passenger. People with back problems, recent surgery, mobility impairments, or pregnancy should not book this activity.

Blue Lagoon: the famous stop

The Blue Lagoon is the most famous part of Comino, and you reach it from a better viewing position than someone standing on shore. The water is clear, and the lagoon gives the group a chance to stop for photos, sightseeing, and a swim.

This is not a full beach day. The pause is short, so use it well. If you want to swim, have your towel and beachwear ready, and apply sunscreen before setting out. Snorkeling equipment may be available as part of the stop, and the activity information specifically allows time for snorkeling.

The Blue Lagoon can be the busiest and most visually dramatic section of the route. That combination makes it exciting, but it also means the quietest part of the experience may come elsewhere. I would treat the lagoon as the signature photo and swim stop, not as the only reason to book.

Some outings have included drinks during the break, but the formal inclusions list does not clearly promise a drink. Bring water rather than counting on refreshments.

Crystal Lagoon and the rocky coast

The Crystal Lagoon is a more sheltered bay, framed by high limestone cliffs. It has a calmer feel than the open stretches of the route and is well suited to a second swimming stop.

For many people, this is the most rewarding part of the safari. The setting feels enclosed, the water is clear, and the cliffs give the stop a strong sense of place. You can swim, use a mask if provided, and take in the rock walls before climbing back onto the jet ski.

The two lagoon stops also break up the ride. Ninety minutes on a moving watercraft can feel long if you never stop, particularly for a passenger. Swimming gives you a chance to cool off and reset before the return trip.

You should still keep your expectations realistic. This is an active tour with short stops, not a leisurely snorkeling expedition. If snorkeling is your main goal, ask the operator about the exact time allowed in the water before booking.

Lovers Cave and the return to Marfa Bay

After the lagoon stops, the guide takes you past Lovers Cave and other small coastal features before turning back toward Marfa Bay. These lesser-known points add variety to the route and help prevent the safari from feeling like a single out-and-back run.

The return leg is a chance to enjoy the Sea-Doo once you have learned how it handles. You may find the ride more comfortable by then, especially if you are new to jet skiing. The guide and safety boat remain part of the organized tour as the group heads back.

The activity ends where it began, at Blue Waves Watersports. That makes the logistics simple: you do not need to arrange a separate pickup from another bay or marina.

Is $227 good value for two people?

The price is $227 per group of up to two, and it covers one jet ski. Fuel, a life jacket, safety instruction, a guide, the tour, a safety boat, and one passenger are included.

For two people sharing, the cost works out to $113.50 each. That is not cheap for 90 minutes, but the price buys more than a short ride in a marked area. You cover a section of Comino’s coast, stop at both major lagoons, pass caves and rock formations, and receive support from a guide and safety boat.

The value is less convincing for a solo rider, since the price remains the same for one ski. It is also worth noting that two people can share one machine, but only one person drives at a time. Couples who both want to operate their own Sea-Doo should expect to pay for two skis.

Some outings have included photos and videos taken at scenic points, and the team has been described as taking pictures and filming the ride. Treat this as a possible bonus rather than a guaranteed inclusion, since photography is not listed among the formal inclusions.

Who should book this safari?

I would recommend it to couples, friends, and families with older children who want sightseeing with a real burst of speed. An 11-year-old passenger has been part of the experience, but children under 8 are not suitable, and unaccompanied minors are not allowed.

You do not need previous jet-ski experience or a license. You do need to be comfortable with waves, follow instructions, and handle the physical demands of riding. Drivers must be at least 18, and the combined weight on one jet ski cannot exceed 160 kilograms.

This is not suitable for pregnant people, anyone with back problems or recent surgery, wheelchair users, people with mobility or visual impairments, or people over the stated age and weight limits. The supplied information gives several upper age limits, including 75, 80, and 95, so ask the operator to confirm the applicable limit if age is a concern.

Bring a passport or ID card, towel, sunscreen, and beachwear. Avoid high heels, glass, alcohol, drugs, sharp objects, fishing gear, and anything bulky that cannot be secured. The operator also does not accept mobility scooters, electric wheelchairs, non-folding wheelchairs, or non-folding strollers.

Final call: book it if you want speed with your sightseeing

Book this Comino safari if you want to see the Blue Lagoon and Crystal Lagoon while riding a modern Sea-Doo, and if a short swim matters as much as the thrill of the ride. The guide, safety boat, included fuel, and small group make the package easier for a first-time rider than an unguided rental.

Skip it if you want a quiet cruise, long snorkeling time, or the lowest-cost way to reach the lagoons. The strongest value comes when two people share one ski, enjoy the full coastal route, and treat the swimming stops as a refreshing part of an active tour.

The afternoon departure from Marfa Bay is a practical choice for a half-day plan, but book only with suitable weather and sea conditions in mind. Free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead and the reserve-now, pay-later option make it easier to keep that plan flexible.

FAQ

Where does the jet ski safari start?

It starts at Blue Waves Watersports in Marfa Bay. The office is at the Labranda Hotel beside the diving center.

Where does the activity finish?

The tour returns to Blue Waves Watersports at Marfa Bay, the same place where it begins.

How long does the tour last?

The stated duration is 1.5 hours, or 90 minutes.

What time does this tour depart?

This listing is for the 3 PM departure. Starting times are subject to availability.

Is a boating license required?

No license is required. You receive a safety briefing and orientation before riding.

How many people can share one jet ski?

One jet ski can carry a maximum of two people, with a combined weight limit of 160 kilograms.

What is included in the price?

The price includes a Sea-Doo jet ski, fuel, a life jacket, safety briefing, guide, tour, safety boat, and one additional passenger.

What languages does the guide speak?

The live guide service is available in English, Maltese, and Italian.

Can children join the tour?

Children under 8 are not suitable for this activity. Drivers must be at least 18, and unaccompanied minors are not allowed.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The tour depends on good weather and sea conditions. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and the reserve-now, pay-later option keeps payment flexible.