Malta: Blue Lagoon & Comino Caves Cruise with Swim & Slide

Summary

Blue Lagoon swimming, Comino caves cruise, family-run boat day

You’ll float through Malta’s wild blue waters to Comino’s caves, then swim and slide into the Blue Lagoon right from your family-run boat. With plenty of time to sunbathe or chill in shade, grab snacks from the bar or wander onto Comino island at your own pace. This isn’t a polished cruise — it’s relaxed, warm, and full of small surprises.

What’s the experience like?

I’d heard about Malta’s Blue Lagoon for years, but honestly, I didn’t expect to feel so giddy when we finally pulled up on the Hornblower. There’s something about being on a boat that isn’t all shiny and new — you can tell it’s been loved by a local family for ages. Captain Kevin waved from the wheelhouse like he already knew us. The sea was that wild blue you see in postcards but never quite believe is real until you’re squinting into it yourself. I could smell sunscreen and salt in the air (and maybe chips from someone’s lunch). We passed St. Paul’s Island first — our guide told us about the shipwreck and pointed out the statue standing there. It felt oddly peaceful.

The caves around Comino were next — Ahrax cave looked like some secret pirate hideout, honestly. Everyone was snapping photos but I just watched the light flicker off the rocks for a bit; it was cooler in there, almost damp-smelling. There was this moment where someone tried to say “Elephant’s Head” in Maltese and Li (one of the crew) just burst out laughing — I probably would’ve butchered it too. The boat circled all these cliffs and weird rock shapes before we finally stopped at the Blue Lagoon itself.

I’m not really a sunbather, so I hung out under the shaded deck with an icy drink while my friends went straight for the water slide — which is way faster than it looks, by the way. You can jump right off into water so clear you see your toes waving back at you (I still think about that). Some folks swam over to Comino or just floated near the boat; nobody seemed in any hurry. Lunch was simple — sandwiches from the bar — but sitting there with wet hair and salty skin made everything taste better than usual.

After a while we cruised past Santa Maria Tower (felt like a movie set), then headed back toward Malta as the light started to shift orange over Mellieha Bay. The ride home was quieter; people stretched out on deck chairs or dozed off in patches of shade. It wasn’t fancy or perfectly organized — but honestly? That’s what made it feel real.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Malta Comino Blue Lagoon tour

• Depart at 10am with captain Kevin
• Pass St. Paul’s island and statue
• Pass Mellieha Bay beach
• Stop at Ahrax cave for photos
• Cruise by Coral Cove
• View Comino island and Elephants Head
• Arrive at Blue Lagoon on Comino
• Swim, snorkel, slide, sunbathe at lagoon
• Use upper sun deck and shaded main deck
• Visit onboard cafeteria and facilities
• Walk on/off Comino island freely
• Pass Santa Maria Tower on Comino
• Cruise Crystal Lagoon for snorkeling or cliff jumping
• Return to Malta at 5pm

Top questions

How long does the Blue Lagoon & Comino caves cruise last?

The tour departs at 10am and returns at 5pm, so about 7 hours total.

Is lunch included on this Malta day trip?

No set lunch is included, but there is an onboard cafeteria with reasonably priced food and drinks.

Can I use a wheelchair on this boat tour?

You can bring a wheelchair onboard; however, there are five steps each to reach both main and lower decks where toilets are located.

Are deck chairs available for everyone?

Deck chairs are free but offered on a first come first serve basis.

Is swimming at Blue Lagoon included?

Yes, swimming and snorkeling at Blue Lagoon are part of the experience; you can use the boat as your base during your stay there.

Does this cruise include hotel pickup?

No hotel pickup is included; guests need to make their own way to departure point.

What should I bring for this Malta boat trip?

You should bring towels, sun cream, and if traveling between October–May, something warm like a jacket as it gets chilly when cruising.

Are payments by card accepted onboard or on Comino?

No, only cash payments are accepted both onboard and on Comino island.

What’s included

Your day includes all taxes and fees covered, free use of deck chairs (first come first serve), access to restroom facilities and slide onboard, plus landing fees for stops along Comino island. You’ll also have access to an air-conditioned bar/cafeteria for snacks or drinks whenever you want throughout your cruise.