Comino Blue Lagoon & Caves Speedboat Tour Early Access

Summary

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

Day 1 — 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

Top questions

How long does the Comino speedboat tour last?

The tour departs around 9:00am from St. Julian’s and returns by approximately 3:30pm.

Is there hotel pickup included?

The tour includes round-trip shared transfer with pickup at Happy Dayz Bar in St. Julian's.

What swimming stops are included on this day trip?

You’ll stop at both Blue Lagoon and Santa Maria Bay for swimming and relaxing on shore.

Do you actually go inside the Comino caves?

Yes—the boat enters several caves around Comino when sea conditions allow, including Lovers Cave.

Is lunch provided on this tour?

No lunch is included; bring snacks or buy food at beach kiosks during your swim stops.

Are children allowed on this speedboat tour?

Infants and small children can join if accompanied by adults; prams or strollers are allowed onboard.

Will I get wet during the speedboat ride?

You may get wet due to water spray—protect personal belongings accordingly.

How many people are on each boat?

The group size is small—up to 20 people per booking for a more personal experience.

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.

What’s the experience like?

"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.