Blue Lagoon, Comino & Gozo Island Cruise - Swim, Slide & Sightsee
Description
Cruise with a family-run Maltese company operating since 1984 and discover Comino and Gozo in one unforgettable day. Dive into the Blue Lagoon’s crystal-clear waters, explore dramatic sea caves, and enjoy 3 hours to experience Gozo’s charm at your own pace. Led by Captain Kevin and his friendly crew, this spacious and adventure-ready cruise combines swimming, sightseeing, and onboard comfort delivering a complete island experience designed for fun, relaxation, and lasting memories.
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Itinerary
Departing from St. Paul’s Bay, cruise along Malta’s northern coastline past St. Paul’s Islands and into Ahrax Cave for a close view. Continue through Comino’s north channel, passing the Elephant’s Head rock formation, Santa Maria Cave, Santa Maria Bay, and St. Nicholas Bay. After about one hour, arrive at the famous Blue Lagoon, where the boat moors for 1 hour 30 minutes. Swim in crystal-clear waters, relax on deck, or explore the island. Onboard facilities include sun decks with complimentary deck chairs (first come, first served), shaded seating, an air-conditioned lower deck, toilets, and a cafeteria serving hot and cold beverages.
Upon departure we cruise by our first site that of St. Paul's island. Here, as stated by the bible, is where he was shipwrecked in 60A.D we now find an 8.3 meter high statue.
Continuing along Malta’s northern coastline, we pass Mellieħa Bay (Għadira Bay), the islands’ largest sandy beach. Shortly after, the captain carefully approaches the impressive Ahrax Cave, steering close to its entrance for fantastic photo opportunities and a closer look at its natural rock formations.
We stop at the world-famous Blue Lagoon for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Here, you can swim and snorkel in crystal-clear turquoise waters, relax on deck, or soak up the sun beside one of Malta’s most iconic swimming spots. For those feeling adventurous, make a splash using the 10-metre waterslide directly into the lagoon’s clear waters.
After approximately one hour of cruising, we arrive at the stunning Blue Lagoon. We aim to arrive early to maximise your time in its crystal-clear turquoise waters. Thanks to our excellent mooring position, you can enjoy swimming, jumping, and sliding directly into the lagoon away from the busiest shoreline areas. Relax on the upper sun deck, unwind in shaded seating, or use the boat as your comfortable base while exploring Comino Island. Onboard facilities, including washrooms and a cafeteria serving food and drinks, remain available throughout the stop. We stay here for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Please remember to download your free landing pass from www.blcomino.com before arrival.
After your stop at the Blue Lagoon, we continue to Gozo’s main port, Mġarr Harbour. Here, you’ll enjoy approximately 3 hours to explore the island at your own pace. You may choose to discover Gozo independently using local transport or spend time relaxing around the harbour area. For those who prefer a structured visit, an optional shuttle transfer (€5 per person) is available. This includes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes in Victoria, Gozo’s capital city — ideal for exploring the Citadel, browsing local shops, or enjoying a meal — followed by a short scenic stop at a panoramic viewpoint for memorable photos of the island. Please note that travel time between stops is included within the 3-hour visit.
Located within Victoria, the historic Citadel is one of Gozo’s most iconic landmarks. This fortified hilltop offers breathtaking panoramic views across the island and surrounding sea. Wander through its ancient stone walls, small museums, and quiet alleyways for a glimpse into Gozo’s rich history.
Guests choosing the optional shuttle transfer (€5 per person) will enjoy approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes in Victoria, Gozo’s lively capital. Here, you can explore charming streets, browse local shops, visit cafés, or simply soak up the island’s relaxed atmosphere.
As we cruise through Comino’s south channel toward the Blue Lagoon, we pass the striking Crystal Lagoon, known for its dramatic cliffs and deep, clear waters that attract divers and snorkelers. From the boat, you’ll enjoy close-up views of its beautiful sea caves and rock formations — perfect for photos — before continuing toward our main swim stop at the Blue Lagoon. Crystal Lagoon is also accessible on foot from the Blue Lagoon, just a short walk across the island for those who wish to explore further.
Returning back at 17:00 hours
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Subject to favorable weather conditions.
- If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
- For wheelchairs please note that the toilets are situated on the lower deck. You are welcome with the wheelchair on the boat but there are 5 stairs going up to the main deck and 5 steps to access the lower deck.
Reviews(2,097)
Breathtaking view, serene blue lagoon. Best holiday so far with family
Miserable customer service and not as advertised at all! Way oversold the boat to the point where we would not have been able to sit down had we not walked off the boat. Would not refund the payments we made and instead was berated over the phone. Heard from friends that did end up going that it was a miserable time and they wished they had not gone. Not sure how there’s so many positive reviews honestly, scammers!
I am so glad you decided to leave a review, as it gives us the opportunity to clarify exactly what happened. The reason we have so many great reviews is simple: our family and crew work incredibly hard every day to give our guests a fantastic experience and wonderful memories onboard. You arrived approximately five minutes after boarding had closed and, despite our Captain explaining that seating was still available, you made the decision that you and your group would not board. You never stepped onboard or experienced the cruise. We did not argue with your decision it was entirely your choice. You subsequently requested a refund claiming that there were no seats available and that the vessel was dirty. Neither claim was accurate. As you never boarded, we also struggle to understand how you could fairly assess the cleanliness or onboard experience. You ask how we have so many positive reviews. Those reviews come from guests who actually joined us, experienced the tour and formed their opinions based on the service they received. We welcome hundreds of people from all over the world, each with different expectations, questions and requests, and our hardworking Captain and crew do everything possible to help them. We completely respect your decision not to board. What we cannot accept is being publicly called “scammers” because a refund was refused after you voluntarily chose not to use a tour that was available and operated exactly as advertised. We thank you for choosing not to join us. Best wishes, Hornblower Cruises Malta
It was a great day on the boat visiting the blue lagoon. We opted for the shuttle bus tour to Gozo. We were really happy with this option
Great use of time. Able to swim at Blue Lagoon then take an optional private van to Gozo island to see the Cittadella. (2 hours on foot) Food and drinks including water can be purchased on the boat.
Thank you for your lovely review! 💙 We’re so pleased you felt the day made great use of your time, with a swim at the beautiful Blue Lagoon followed by the chance to explore Gozo and the Cittadella. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the convenience of the shuttle and our onboard food and drinks too. We hope to welcome you back! ⚓ Captain Kevin & Crew
This is a must purchase. I went with .y son for his 24th bday. The captain is not only handsome, but nice. Easy to find the boat once you arrive. Plenty of seating for everyone. Great drink specials. Nice staff. I would do this again and again. The water is so pretty
Thank you so much for this fantastic review! 💙 We’re so happy you chose Hornblower to celebrate your son’s 24th birthday! We’ll make sure Captain Kevin hears the handsome AND nice compliment that one might go straight to his head! 😂⚓ Thank you for your kind words about our crew, drinks and boat. We’d love to welcome you both back again!
The experience we had was really cool.
Merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire ! 💙 Nous sommes très heureux que vous ayez passé un si bon moment avec nous et apprécié l’expérience à bord. Merci d’avoir choisi Hornblower Cruises pour découvrir les magnifiques eaux de Malte. Nous espérons vous revoir à bord un jour ! ☀️⚓ Captain Kevin & Crew
Well organised, friendly captain & crew. Not crowded - been on boat’s before that are packed in . Pineapple cocktails are good idea. Enough time in Gozo to get a taste
Thank you so much for your lovely review! 💙 We’re so pleased you enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere, our friendly captain and crew, and had enough time to get a taste of beautiful Gozo and yes, those pineapple cocktails are always a holiday favourite! 🍍🍹 We hope to welcome you onboard again someday. Captain Kevin & Crew ⚓
Really nice family run business. Very enthusiastic captain and the speed boat is definitely worth it!
Thank you so much for your lovely review! 💙 As a family-run business, your kind words really mean a lot to us. We’re delighted you enjoyed Captain Kevin’s enthusiasm and had such a great time on the speedboat trip! 🚤 Thank you for choosing Hornblower Cruises Malta, and we hope to welcome you onboard again! Captain Kevin and the Crew ⚓
Too busy don’t bother you can’t sit down anywhere
Thank you for your feedback. 💙 We understand that Comino can become very busy during the peak summer months. This is why we let our guests know that they are very welcome to remain onboard, where there is plenty of seating and space to relax, sunbathe and swim directly from the boat. We hope you were still able to enjoy the beautiful surroundings and take home some lovely memories of your day.
It was good day but had higher expectations for the cove we swam in.
Thank you for your feedback! 💙 We're glad to hear you had a good day with us, although we're sorry the swimming spot didn't quite meet your expectations. Every guest experiences the locations differently, and we appreciate you sharing your thoughts. We hope the rest of the cruise, scenery and time onboard made for some lovely memories. Captain Kevin and the Crew ⚓
