Private Boat Tour: Blue Lagoon, Comino & South Gozo

Swim, snorkel and cliff dive in Comino's turquoise lagoons without sharing the boat.

A private boat tour from Mgarr Harbour in Gozo takes you through the Blue Lagoon and Comino's hidden bays and caves, with four hours to swim, snorkel and explore at your own pace. The boat is yours alone with a professional crew. Snorkeling gear and stand-up paddle boards are included, and the itinerary adapts if weather shifts. English or Italian-speaking guide.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private boat tour of Comino and Gozo

• Start at Mgarr Harbour
• Pass by Our Lady of Lourdes church
• Swim and snorkel at Crystal Lagoon
• Explore caves near Comino and Cominotto
• Pass by San Niklaw Bay
• Pass by Santa Marija Bay
• Pass by Santa Marija Caves
• Visit Halfa Rock in Qala village
• Swim and enjoy crystal-clear bay
• Return to Mgarr Harbour

The experience

Four hours means you move between stops without a schedule dictating the pace. The boat leaves Mgarr Harbour and heads to the Blue Lagoon in Comino, where the water sits so clear you see the seabed from the surface. You swim, snorkel, cliff dive or explore the caves nearby. The crew tells you what is safe and what the area holds, then lets you decide how long to stay. San Niklaw Bay and Santa Marija Bay come next, each one a small cove where the boat anchors and you slip into the water again. The caves beneath the cliffs at Santa Marija are navigable by boat, and the crew can take you through if you want to see them.

Halfa Rock sits off the village of Qala on Gozo's southern edge, a dramatic stone formation that rises from the water. You swim around it and in its shadow before the boat turns back toward the harbour. Snorkeling equipment is on board, as are stand-up paddle boards if you want to paddle out from an anchorage instead of swimming. An ice box keeps drinks cold, and a Bluetooth speaker plays music while you're in the water. If the weather turns rough, the crew adjusts the route to calmer bays before the tour starts, so the day stays safe and comfortable.

The crew is professional and speaks English or Italian. They know the water, the currents and which spots hold the most fish. Because the boat is private, you set the rhythm: linger at one bay for an hour or move through four stops in the same time. Families with infants can bring a stroller onto the boat. Service animals are welcome. The tour works for any fitness level, though swimming and snorkeling are the main activities.

What’s included

• Private boat for your group.
• snorkeling equipment.
• stand-up paddle boards.
• ice box with ice.
• Bluetooth audio system.
• professional crew in English or Italian.
• port fees.
• optional shower facilities.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day7 departure times: the first at 08:30, the last at 17:30

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GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Italian

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. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 16 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by SunReel Malta Private Boat Trips & Charters

Is this one for you?A private boat means no other passengers and no fixed schedule. You control how long to stay at each bay. This suits families who want to move at their own pace, groups celebrating together, or anyone who wants to avoid the crowds at the Blue Lagoon without sacrificing time in the water.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

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 exactly is the Blue Lagoon and what can I do there?

The Blue Lagoon in Comino is a natural cove with crystal-clear turquoise water nestled between Comino and Cominotto. You can swim, snorkel to see marine life, cliff dive from the rocks, and explore underwater caves in the area.

How much time do I spend swimming versus traveling between stops?

The four-hour tour includes travel time between Mgarr Harbour and each stop, but you anchor at multiple bays (the Blue Lagoon, San Niklaw Bay, Santa Marija Bay and Halfa Rock), so you have substantial time to swim and snorkel at each one. The crew controls the pace, so you stay as long as you want at any spot.

Is snorkeling equipment included, and what else is on the boat?

Snorkeling gear is included in the tour price. The boat also carries stand-up paddle boards (optional to use), an ice box with ice to keep drinks cold, Bluetooth audio equipment, and optional shower facilities. A shower and fuel fee are available for an additional cost.

What happens if the weather is bad on the day of my tour?

If weather conditions are unfit, the crew adapts the itinerary before the tour starts to visit calmer bays and ensure safety and comfort. The guide will explain any changes to you at the harbour.

Can I customize the route or visit different spots instead?

Yes, the private boat tour can be customized to your preference. If you want to visit other attractions along the route instead of the standard stops, you can arrange that with the crew.

Do you provide food and drinks, or do I need to bring my own?

Food and drinks are not included in the tour price. You can bring your own, and the ice box on board will keep them cold during the day.