Comino Blue Lagoon & Caves Speedboat Tour Early Access

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Free cancellation

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Duration7h

GroupUp to 20

LanguagesEN

Mobile ticketAccepted

Early morning speedboat to Comino’s Blue Lagoon caves and secret sandy bays

You’ll zip across Malta’s coast by speedboat with an early arrival at Comino’s Blue Lagoon—before the crowds hit—plus time swimming in Santa Maria Bay’s quieter sands. Explore sea caves up close with a local guide who knows every story behind each rock. Expect salty air, laughter, and maybe even a new favorite spot you weren’t expecting.

Step-by-step itinerary

Comino Island Speedboat Tour

Meet at Happy Dayz Bar
Enjoy welcome coffee and safety briefing
Depart from St. Julians
Visit Crystal Lagoon and Lovers Cave
Enter Comino Caves fully
Approach Blue Lagoon from south side
Swim and relax at Blue Lagoon
Pickup from Blue Lagoon
Cruise to Santa Marija Bay
Swim and unwind at Santa Marija Bay
Pickup from Santa Marija Bay
Full coastal tour of north and east Comino
See The Door, The Window, and Elephant Rock
View multiple Santa Marija caves
Enjoy scenic return via Coral Lagoon and St Paul’s Islands
Return to Happy Dayz Bar

The Experience

"You sure you want to sit up front?" our skipper called out, grinning as we climbed onto the speedboat at St. Julian’s just before nine. I shrugged — I mean, how wet could we really get? Turns out: pretty wet, but honestly that first salty spray woke me up better than the coffee they handed us at Happy Dayz Bar (which was strong and a bit sweet, just like my Maltese grandma used to make). The boat cut across the northeast coast so fast my hair whipped around everywhere, and for a minute all I could hear was wind and that low engine rumble under my feet.

We reached Comino’s Blue Lagoon before most people had even finished breakfast. Our guide — Mario, who seemed to know every rock by name — pointed out Cominotto island and the cave from that old Brad Pitt movie (I still haven’t seen it). The water was so clear you could spot fish darting between your toes if you stood still long enough. I wandered off to claim a patch of sun-warmed rock while the others splashed in; it felt almost greedy having it so empty. After about an hour or so, we piled back in for more caves — actually going inside them this time, not just circling outside like some of those bigger boats do. The air inside Lovers Cave was cool and smelled faintly of seaweed; Mario laughed when I ducked too low and nearly bumped my head.

The next stop was Santa Maria Bay — softer sand, less noise, and only a handful of swimmers scattered along the shore. I lay back in the shade for a bit, listening to gulls argue overhead and letting my skin dry out from all that saltwater. There was something about that place… maybe just how quiet it felt after the buzz of Blue Lagoon. On the way back we zigzagged past Elephant Rock and through these narrow arches Mario called “The Window” and “The Door.” He kept up a running commentary about smugglers’ hideouts and shipwrecks — half history lesson, half local gossip. Honestly, I didn’t expect to care about rocks with names but now I do.

By the time we pulled back into St. Julian’s around 3:30pm, my arms were tired from swimming but I couldn’t stop smiling. If you’re looking for a day trip to Comino from Malta that isn’t just another crowded ferry ride, this speedboat thing is worth it for the early Blue Lagoon alone — but also for all those weird little moments in between.

What’s included

Your day includes round-trip shared transfer from St. Julian’s (meeting at Happy Dayz Bar), all fuel charges and local taxes covered, plus guidance throughout from an experienced skipper who’ll take you into Comino’s caves—not just past them—and give plenty of time at both Blue Lagoon and Santa Maria Bay before returning mid-afternoon.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for back problems

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