Snorkeling in Xlendi, Gozo: Kayak caves & marine life

Paddle into sea caves and snorkel among fish and corals in Xlendi's turquoise water.

A guided kayak adventure in Xlendi, Gozo takes you paddling alongside rugged cliffs and into secret sea caves where you stop to swim and snorkel in crystal-clear water. The 3-hour outing includes a kayak, life jacket, snorkel mask and dry bag. A certified guide leads the group and handles safety briefing and paddling instruction before you set off. Children from age 1 are welcome, and public transport reaches the meeting point at Xlendi Bay near the Boathouse Restaurant.

The experience

You meet the guide and group at the Boathouse Restaurant next to the boat dock in Xlendi Bay, where you'll get a safety briefing and paddling introduction before putting on your life jacket and boarding a colorful kayak. The certified guide leads you out onto the Mediterranean, paddling alongside the rugged cliffs and natural formations that frame the bay. The water here is so clear you can see down to the seabed from the kayak itself.

Halfway through the 3-hour outing, you stop at a swimming spot in turquoise water where snorkeling reveals the marine life most frequently seen there: small colorful fish, corals, starfish and sea turtles. If conditions allow and you're lucky, dolphins pass through these waters too. You can spend as long as you want in the water during this break, with your snorkel mask and the guide nearby.

After the swimming stop, you paddle back along the Xlendi shore, taking in the scenic views at a slower pace. If you book the afternoon option, you'll watch the sunset as you make your way back to shore. Bring a hat, sunglasses, water shoes or sandals that can get wet, swimwear and a towel. Apply sunscreen before you arrive so it doesn't make the paddle grips slippery.

What’s included

• Kayak and paddle.
• life jacket.
• snorkel mask.
• dry bag.
• certified guide leading the group.
• safety briefing and paddling instruction.
• swimming and snorkeling stop in turquoise water with marine life.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00 and 14:00Last departure this season: 30 Nov

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (15 and older) · Infant (1 to 14 years)

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish and German

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 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Gozo Kayak Tours

Is this one for you?You paddle and snorkel yourself rather than watch from a boat, so this suits anyone who wants to be in the water and in control of the pace. The group stays small with a certified guide, which means personalized attention and safety throughout the 3-hour outing on the Mediterranean.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (1 to 14 years).

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 marine life will I see when I snorkel in Xlendi?

The snorkeling stop in Xlendi's turquoise water is where colorful small fish, corals, starfish and sea turtles appear most frequently. Dolphins occasionally pass through the area as well.

Do I need kayaking experience to join this adventure?

No experience is necessary. The guide gives a paddling introduction and safety briefing before you get on the water, and the certified guide leads the group throughout the 3-hour outing to make sure everyone feels confident and comfortable.

What's included in the kayak snorkeling trip?

The kayak, life jacket, snorkel mask and dry bag are all provided. You bring your own swimwear, towel, water shoes and sun protection.

Where do we meet for the Xlendi kayaking adventure?

You meet at the Boathouse Restaurant next to the boat dock at Xlendi Bay, which is reachable by public transport. The guide will brief you there before heading out onto the water.