Tour in Malta Boat Charter to Comino and Gozoand Blue Lagoon

The best part of this Malta boat charter is the freedom to reach Comino’s blue lagoons and sea caves without joining a crowded boatload of strangers. Your skipper can slow down for children, spend more time at a favorite swimming spot, or guide the boat into shallow caves that larger vessels cannot reach.

I like the relaxed pace and the private setting. I also like the practical extras: masks and snorkels are supplied, and there is an ice box or refrigerator for your own food and drinks. The main consideration is cost. The $349.51 base price covers up to eight people, but fuel and a listed Blue Lagoon booking fee are extra.

Key points to know

• Private boat for up to eight: You get the boat and skipper for your own group, not a shared excursion.
• Three hours packed with stops: The route covers Comino, Gozo, lagoons, reefs, caves, beaches, and harbor views.
• Swim at the brightest water: Blue Lagoon and Crystal Lagoon are the main swimming highlights.
• Good for families: Skippers such as Noel and Justin have adjusted speed and stops for children and even very young babies.
• Bring your own picnic: The onboard cooler makes snacks and drinks easy to carry.
• Extra charges matter: Fuel is listed at EUR 79, and Blue Lagoon admission is also listed as EUR 79 per booking.

Why a private boat makes Comino easier

Malta’s Blue Lagoon is famous for good reason. The water is intensely clear, pale sand shows through the shallows, and the lagoon sits between Comino and Cominotto. It is also one of the busiest sights in the Maltese Islands.

A private charter does not make the lagoon empty, but it gives you a better angle on it. Instead of being tied to a large boat’s schedule, you can anchor in the clearest part available, swim from the boat, and move on when the crowds or conditions become less appealing.

The private format is especially useful for a group of six to eight. Split the base price among a full group and the cost can make sense compared with buying several individual seats on a sightseeing cruise. For two people, the value is harder to defend unless privacy, flexibility, and cave access are your main goals.

The boat is described in the experience and feedback as a comfortable powerboat rather than a sailboat. That distinction matters. A powerboat can cross to Comino quickly and get into shallow water and caves, while a sailboat would be slower and less suited to this route.

Blue Lagoon and Cominotto: the famous water

The boat normally makes a swimming stop at Blue Lagoon for about 30 minutes. This is the postcard section of the trip, with bright water, white sand, and a natural pool-like feel created by the lagoon’s calm, clear shallows.

You can swim or snorkel from the boat. Anchoring away from the main beach can be a major advantage, since the narrow sandy edges fill quickly. Still, do not expect complete solitude. Blue Lagoon is not a quiet secret, especially in the busy season.

Cominotto Beach provides a more secluded setting nearby. It can only be reached by private boat, and the boat may anchor in its clear water for a swim. A swim-through cave of about 50 meters is one of the most unusual features here, though your comfort with swimming through a cave should guide your choice.

The area has also appeared in films including Troy, Swept Away, and The Count of Monte Cristo. Your skipper may point out filming locations and explain how the coastline was used. That adds a pleasant bit of context without turning the trip into a formal history lesson.

Crystal Lagoon and the small caves

Crystal Lagoon is the strongest reason to choose this trip over a simple Blue Lagoon transfer. Its turquoise water is bordered by caves, narrow inlets, and small sandy pockets that can only be seen properly from the sea.

The boat can enter some of the caves, depending on conditions and the vessel being used. You will get views of the rock formations from close range, and the skipper can point out places where a small swim or snorkel stop makes sense.

A short snorkeling stop is usually scheduled, though it depends on the season and what your group wants. Equipment is included, so you do not need to pack a mask unless you prefer your own. The water around Cominotto Reef is known for groupers and octopus, while the clear sea often makes it easy to spot smaller fish.

This is where a flexible skipper makes a real difference. Guides named Justin, Noel, Mario, Jo, Pedro, Buffon, Josef, and others are praised for tailoring stops, handling currents, and explaining Malta’s past. The exact skipper is not guaranteed, so treat those names as examples rather than a promise.

Santa Marija Bay and Comino’s quieter side

Santa Marija Bay is a horseshoe-shaped beach on northern Comino. Tamarisk trees line the back of the white sand, giving the bay a more sheltered, family-friendly feel than Blue Lagoon.

The main stop is brief, about 10 minutes, but the boat also explores nearby Santa Marija caves and coves. Little Santa Marija, a smaller bay close to the main beach, is noted for marine life and parrotfish. It can be a fine place to snorkel if sea conditions are calm.

From the water, you can also see Comino’s small police station and the medieval chapel farther inland. These details give you a sense of the island beyond its famous swim spots. Santa Marija Tower is another important sight. Built in the 17th century, it formed part of Malta’s defensive warning system and later appeared as Château d’If in the 2002 film The Count of Monte Cristo.

The tour does not appear to include a long beach visit here. If you want a full hour on the sand, ask about the timing before departure. In three hours, the route favors variety over extended time at any one bay.

Gozo’s southern coast in short, scenic sections

The charter continues toward Gozo, usually cruising the island’s southern coast. You will see rocky shorelines, small beaches, sea caves, and places that are easier to appreciate from the water than from land.

Hondoq Bay, near the south of Gozo, has turquoise water and access to a narrow inlet called Bemberin Gorge. The gorge contains caves and air pockets, and the surrounding rock offers places used for cliff jumping. Treat that as an optional adventure, not a required part of the trip. Ask your skipper about water depth, sea conditions, and what is suitable for your group.

The coast near Qala adds more caves, pebbly beaches, and a fortification at Gozo’s eastern end. These stops are short, often around five minutes, so think of them as moving viewpoints rather than beach visits.

The boat may also pass Ħalfa Rock, a small island with steep cliffs and a secluded bay accessible only from the sea. Salt pans along Gozo’s coast show an old way of working the shore, and the waters around the hidden beach are known for octopus and sargo bream.

These Gozo sections are valuable because they broaden the experience. You are not simply transported to Blue Lagoon, photographed, and returned. You get a quick look at the coast, harbor life, old defenses, and marine areas around both islands.

Mgarr Harbour and the view from the water

Mġarr Harbour is Gozo’s main port and a pleasant sight from a boat. Fishing boats, yachts, and working jetties give the harbor a more lived-in feel than the polished resort areas.

Fort Chambray overlooks the harbor. Nearby, a small Gothic chapel dedicated to Lourdes sits beneath the cliff, with a statue close to the rock face. The stop is short, around five minutes, but the view gives you a useful first or last impression of Gozo.

If you are being picked up at Mgarr Harbour, this section may feel more like your starting point than a sightseeing stop. If you start at Cirkewwa in Malta, it becomes part of the cruise around Gozo.

Paradise Bay may also be included as a brief coastal sight. It is a small sandy beach near one of Malta’s departure areas, with clear water and a reputation among divers. The route has several optional or short viewing points, so confirm the exact order with your skipper on the day.

A skipper-led trip that works well for families

The strongest human element is the skipper. The best fit for you is someone who asks what your group wants rather than rushing through a fixed script.

Noel is described as a good choice for families with older children, interacting with teenagers and even arranging an ice cream boat stop. Justin is praised for handling seas and currents while keeping children comfortable. Another family brought a four-month-old baby and found the boat ride safe and manageable.

That does not mean the trip is automatically easy for every child. Boats move with the sea, and the route can feel bumpy in rougher water. One account specifically praised a skipper for driving slowly so children would remain comfortable, while another found the boat smaller and less stable than expected.

For a family booking, tell the operator the children’s ages in advance. Ask what boat is assigned, how much shade or seating it has, and whether you can slow the route if the sea becomes uncomfortable. The operator has used several skippers and boats, so the exact setup may vary.

The trip also suits couples and friends who want a low-key outing. One skipper was praised for offering a leisurely cruise rather than a fast, noisy ride. If you want nonstop speed, loud music, or a large party boat, this is probably not your style.

What to bring and what the price really covers

The base price is $349.51 per group of up to eight people. That is the most important pricing detail. You are paying for a private charter, so a full group gets much better value than a couple.

The listed inclusions are:

• Mask and snorkel
• Ice box with ice or a refrigerator
• Private boat and skipper
• Pickup from Cirkewwa Port or Mgarr Harbour

Fuel is not included and is listed at EUR 79. Blue Lagoon admission is also listed at EUR 79 per booking. Because the wording separates these charges from the main price, confirm the final total before you pay.

Bring towels, sunscreen, water, and food. The cooler lets you make a simple picnic on board, and you can bring your own drinks. Sunscreen is especially important because the boat offers little protection from the strong Maltese sun.

The activity is offered in English and Italian. The skipper also provides information about Malta, Gozo, Comino, film locations, defensive towers, and local coastal features. The amount of commentary will depend on your skipper and your group’s interest.

Meeting points and the three-hour limit

Pickup is available at Cirkewwa Port in Malta or Mgarr Harbour on Gozo. The activity ends back at the meeting point, but you may arrange a drop-off on Malta or Gozo instead if you tell the operator ahead of time.

This is helpful if you are building a day around the ferry ports. It is less useful if you are staying in Valletta and expect a hotel pickup. One cruise passenger needed a taxi across Malta to reach the departure point, and the company helped arrange one at a set price.

Three hours sounds short, and it is. The route covers a lot because the boat moves between many sites, but most individual stops are only five to 15 minutes. Blue Lagoon receives about 30 minutes, while the Gozo coast and several beaches are quick looks from the water.

I would choose this tour for variety: several lagoons, caves, reefs, and coastal sights in one compact outing. If your priority is spending half a day floating in one lagoon, ask about a custom route with fewer stops.

Who should book this charter?

I would recommend it to:

• Families who want a private boat and flexible pace
• Groups of friends who can share the cost
• Swimmers and snorkelers interested in clear water and marine life
• Visitors who want to see both Comino and Gozo from the sea
• Film fans interested in Troy and The Count of Monte Cristo
• Cruise passengers willing to arrange transport to Cirkewwa

I would be more cautious if you expect a large luxury yacht. The boat may be smaller than some people imagine, and one person found it less stable and comfortable than expected. The practical advantage of a smaller powerboat is that it can enter more caves and reach shallow coves.

You should also reconsider if you dislike bumpy water or want a long land visit. This is a boat adventure, not a walking tour of Gozo. Its pleasure comes from swimming, cruising, and changing scenery.

Should you book it?

Book this Malta charter if you want the clearest water, private use of the boat, and a flexible route through Comino and Gozo. The best value comes with a group of six to eight, especially if you bring your own picnic and make full use of the cooler.

Before booking, confirm the boat, total cost, fuel charge, Blue Lagoon fee, departure point, and preferred stops. Ask for a slower pace if you have young children, and request extra swimming time if lagoons matter more to you than harbor and coastline views.

The cancellation policy is forgiving up to 24 hours before departure, with a full refund. Poor weather can also lead to a new date or full refund. With those checks made, this is a strong choice for a compact, active look at Malta’s most beautiful water.

FAQ

How long is the private boat tour?

The tour lasts approximately three hours.

How many people can join the private charter?

The price covers one private group of up to eight people.

Where can I be picked up?

Pickup is available at Cirkewwa Port in Malta or Mgarr Harbour in Gozo.

Can I finish the tour somewhere different from the starting point?

Yes. The operator can drop you on Gozo or Malta instead of returning you to the starting point, but you must request this in advance.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. A mask and snorkel are included.

Can I bring food and drinks?

Yes. You can bring your own food and drinks, and the boat has an ice box with ice or a refrigerator.

Is fuel included in the price?

No. Fuel is listed separately at EUR 79.

What happens if the weather is bad?

If poor weather causes the activity to be canceled, you will be offered another date or a full refund. You can cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded.