Valletta to Gozo: 45-Minute Catamaran Crossing & Pet-Friendly

The Fastest Way Between Malta & Gozo Cuts Your Travel Time in Half

You board at Valletta, sit in a climate-controlled cabin with WiFi and a restroom, and arrive at Gozo's Mgarr Harbour in 45 minutes. Your pet travels in a designated area, your luggage is included, and multiple daily departures mean you choose the time that suits your itinerary. No queues, no surprises. Just a fast, straightforward crossing between the two islands.

Step-by-step itinerary

Highspeed Catamaran Crossing to Gozo

• Book Highspeed Catamaran ticket
• Check in at Valletta terminal
• Board catamaran with pets allowed
• Enjoy comfortable seating and Wi-Fi
• Travel 45 minutes to Gozo
• Arrive at Mgarr Harbour, Gozo
• Use local transport from harbour

The experience

I wasn't expecting the catamaran to feel this smooth. You board at Valletta's terminal, settle into the air-conditioned cabin, and somewhere between the first sip of coffee and opening your laptop on the WiFi, you're already pulling into Mgarr Harbour on Gozo's north coast. Forty-five minutes. That's the whole crossing: no sitting in ferry queues for hours, no watching the same stretch of water from a slow boat. The Gozo Highspeed catamaran runs multiple times throughout the day, so you're not locked into one departure time. You pick the slot that fits your plans.

What caught me off guard was how practical it all is. One checked bag and a carry-on per person travel free, so you're not repacking at the terminal. Pets get their own designated area onboard, which means if you're bringing a dog or cat to Gozo, they're not crammed in a car or left behind. The cabin has a restroom, and the whole vessel is wheelchair accessible: ramps, wide aisles, no surprises when you roll on. Infants ride on a lap. Strollers fold and stow. The boat itself is modern enough that you don't feel like you're crossing on something held together by hope and salt water.

The crossing itself is scenic without being slow. You leave Valletta's Grand Harbour, pass the fortifications and breakwaters, and then it's open water between the two islands. The catamaran's speed means you're not spending half your day in transit. You arrive at Mgarr with actual daylight left to explore Gozo's villages, beaches, or the Citadel. Local transport is waiting at the harbour when you land, so the journey doesn't end with you standing around trying to figure out what comes next.

If you're moving between Malta and Gozo more than once, or if you just can't stomach another hour-long ferry ride, this cuts through all of that. Book your preferred departure time online, show up 30 minutes early, and you're across before the day gets away from you.

What’s included

• Ticket from Valletta to Mgarr Harbour (or return).
• air-conditioned cabin.
• WiFi onboard.
• one checked bag and one hand luggage per person.
• restroom access.
• pet carriage in designated area.
• GST included.

Options for this experience

2 options

Valletta to Gozo18 departure times: the first at 06:45, the last at 23:45Crossing time: 45 minutes, from Valletta to Gozo

Gozo to Valletta19 departure times: the first at 05:45, the last at 23:45Crossing time: 45 minutes, from Gozo to Valletta

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day21 departure times: the first at 05:45, the last at 23:45

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (11 to 59 years) · Senior (60 and older) · Child (4 to 10 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 300

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

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 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Gozo Highspeed Ltd

Is this one for you?Book this if you're moving between Malta and Gozo and want to skip the long ferry wait: the catamaran's speed and frequent departures mean you travel when it suits you, not when the next boat fills up.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 10 years); Infant (under 4): 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.

How often do ferries run between Valletta and Gozo?

Multiple departures run throughout the day at convenient timings. Check the schedule when booking to pick your preferred crossing time.

Can I bring my pet on the catamaran?

Yes. Pets are allowed onboard and travel in a designated pet area. Service animals are also welcome.

What luggage can I bring?

One checked bag and one hand luggage per person are included in your ticket at no extra cost.

Is the catamaran accessible for wheelchairs?

Yes. All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, including ramps and the restroom onboard.

How long is the crossing?

The journey takes 45 minutes from Valletta to Mgarr Harbour.

Is WiFi available onboard?

Yes. WiFi is included with your ticket, so you can work or browse during the crossing.

Can infants travel on the catamaran?

Yes. Infants must sit on an adult's lap during the crossing. Strollers and prams can be folded and stowed onboard.

What happens when I arrive at Gozo?

You dock at Mgarr Harbour, where local transport options are readily available to take you onward to your destination on Gozo.