Malta Sunset Boat Tour: Bugibba to Blue Lagoon Cruise

The Blue Lagoon empties out at dusk, and that's when the boat arrives

You board at Bugibba Jetty in late afternoon and cruise north past St. Paul's Island and Coral Cove to reach the Blue Lagoon as the crowds leave. You get a 2-hour stop to swim, walk the beach, or relax on deck with food and drinks, then return to Malta after sunset. The boat includes a full bar, upper sun deck, and a water slide. No need to arrange transport or time the tides yourself.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset boat tour to Blue Lagoon

• Depart from Bugibba Jetty
• Glide past St. Paul's Island and Ghadira Bay
• Admire Coral Cove and Ahrax Point
• Arrive at Blue Lagoon
• Swim and relax at Blue Lagoon
• Walk along the beach without crowds
• Enjoy food and drinks onboard
• Watch sunset on the north horizon
• Cruise back to Malta under stars

The experience

The Hornblower leaves Bugibba Jetty in the late afternoon, and the first thing that hits you is how different the water looks when the day-trippers have gone. You're heading north along Malta's coast, past St. Paul's Island and Coral Cove, and the boat has a full bar and food service, so you can settle in with a drink and watch the light start to shift. The upper sun deck is where most people camp out, and you'll see why: the rock formations and beach caves come into focus as the crowds thin out on shore.

The stop at Blue Lagoon lasts just over two hours, which is the real gift of this sunset boat tour. You can wade ashore onto the pristine beach without fighting for space, or stay on the upper deck with a plate of food and watch the sun drop toward the horizon. Some people jump in for a swim. The water is cool and clear, and the light on it changes every few minutes. There's a 10-meter water slide off the boat if you want to use it, and honestly, the whole thing has the feel of a private party that happens to be on the water.

The return journey takes about an hour and runs after dark, so you're cruising back under the stars with the boat's lights reflecting off the water. By then you've eaten, you've had time to just sit, and the day's heat is completely gone. It's the kind of evening that doesn't feel rushed, even though the whole thing from pickup to return is structured and timed.

What’s included

Your day includes boat transport from Bugibba Jetty to Comino and return, a 2-hour stop at the Blue Lagoon with the option to swim or go ashore, access to the upper sun deck, unlimited use of the 10-meter water slide, and a full-service bar with food available for purchase onboard.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 5 May 2027

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (5 to 10 years) · Infant (under 5): free

GroupUp to 250

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 28 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Hornblower Cruises

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to see the Blue Lagoon without the afternoon heat and crowds, and you'd rather not arrange your own boat or timing. The late departure is what makes the whole thing possible in one evening.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 10 years); Infant (under 5): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What time does the boat leave Bugibba?

The tour departs in late afternoon to reach the Blue Lagoon at sunset. Exact departure time should be confirmed when booking.

How long is the stop at Blue Lagoon?

Just over two hours. You can go ashore, swim, or stay on the boat's upper deck.

Is food included?

Food is available for purchase onboard. The boat has a full-service bar and dining options.

What's the water slide like?

It's a 10-meter slide available for unlimited use during the cruise.

How long is the return journey?

About one hour, departing after sunset and returning to Bugibba under the stars.