Gozo & Comino: Blue Lagoon Caves Small Group Boat Tour

Summary

Swim in Blue Lagoon waters & glide through Comino’s secret caves

You’ll join a small group cruise from Malta to Gozo and Comino, swimming at Blue Lagoon and Crystal Lagoon, gliding into sea caves only smaller boats can reach. With a local guide sharing stories and plenty of time for snorkeling or relaxing on deck, you’ll get close to the coastlines—and maybe catch yourself smiling at something unexpected.

What’s the experience like?

I almost missed the boat because I couldn’t find the right pier—classic me. The captain was already helping an older couple with their bags when I jogged up, a little out of breath. He just grinned and waved me aboard like it happened every day. There were only about a dozen of us, so it felt more like joining someone’s family trip than a tour group. The air smelled salty and sharp, and someone’s sunscreen drifted over as we pulled away from Malta toward Comino.

Our guide—Miriam, who grew up on Gozo—kept pointing out weird rock shapes along the coast. She laughed when I squinted at Elephant Rock (it really does look like an elephant if you tilt your head). We slipped into these sea caves that looked too narrow for a boat our size, but somehow we fit. Inside, the water turned this wild electric blue and echoed every splash. I dipped my hand in and it was colder than I expected; Miriam said that’s why the fish hang out near the cave mouths. She told us stories about smugglers hiding here ages ago—hard to picture with all of us floating around in neon floaties.

The Blue Lagoon is famous for being packed, but honestly, it wasn’t bad from our side of the bay. Some folks jumped straight in; others just sat dangling their feet off the back. The sun bounced off everything so bright I had to borrow sunglasses from a German guy next to me (thanks again, Max). We stopped at Crystal Lagoon too—less crowded, softer sand underfoot—and then Santa Maria Bay where it got quiet except for gulls arguing overhead. I didn’t expect to feel so relaxed after just four hours bobbing around these islands.

On the way back past Gozo’s fishing village, some kids waved at us from shore. The crew passed around slices of watermelon that tasted half-salty from our hands. It’s funny what sticks with you—the cold shock of diving in, or Miriam’s accent when she said “Comino.” I still think about that view inside the cave sometimes, how blue everything looked for a second before we turned back toward port.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Comino and Gozo coastal highlights

• Sail along Comino’s coastline to Crystal Lagoon
• Swim and snorkel in Crystal Lagoon
• Arrive at Blue Lagoon for swimming and relaxing
• Cruise past Gozo Harbour fishing village
• Glide by San Niklaw Bay and Comino Hotel
• Visit Santa Marija Bay for sightseeing and relaxation
• Photo stop at Santa Maria Caves and Elephant Rock
• Cruise back to port

Top questions

How many people are on this Gozo & Comino boat tour?

This small group tour is limited to 24 guests per trip.

Does this tour include swimming at Blue Lagoon?

Yes, there are stops for swimming and snorkeling at Blue Lagoon as well as other bays.

Are there stops at other lagoons besides Blue Lagoon?

Yes, you’ll also stop at Crystal Lagoon and Santa Maria Bay during the tour.

Can you enter sea caves during this tour?

Yes, the boat is designed to enter sea caves around Comino that larger boats can’t reach.

Is lunch included on this day trip?

No lunch is included but there are snacks available; you can bring your own food if you wish.

Is hotel pickup provided?

No hotel pickup is included; you need to arrive at the departure point yourself.

Are there toilet facilities onboard?

Yes, there are toilet facilities available on the boat during your trip.

Is this tour suitable for travelers with mobility issues?

This tour is not recommended for people with mobility impairments or spinal injuries.

What’s included

Your day includes use of swimming floaties and paddle boards, entrance into Comino’s sea caves by boat, time for swimming or snorkeling at several bays including Blue Lagoon and Crystal Lagoon, plus toilet facilities onboard—all guided by an experienced local crew before returning to port after about four hours on the water.