Comino Blue Lagoon: Private Boat Charter (3 Hours)

The best Comino moments may be off the map. This private three-hour boat charter gives you a flexible way to see the Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon, and Comino’s caves without sharing the boat with another group. You can swim, snorkel, sit under the sun canopy, and ask the skipper to adjust the route for sea conditions and your interests.

I like the real privacy here, especially for families or a small group that wants to choose its own swim stops. I also like the skippers’ personal touch. Joseph tailored an afternoon around one group’s needs, while Ammie took another family to quiet spots and showed them underwater caverns accessible by swimming beneath the surface.

The main drawback is the short three-hour clock. The Blue Lagoon can be crowded, and every extra stop uses part of your time. You also need to pay about €50 for fuel in cash after the trip, so the advertised price is not the full cost.

Key points to know before booking

• Private boat for up to eight people: The $340 price covers the boat, not each person, making it strongest value for a full group.
• Two departure choices: Select Ċirkewwa Port in Malta or Mġarr Port in Gozo when booking.
• A flexible route: Your skipper can focus on caves, beaches, bays, swimming, or snorkeling, subject to sea conditions.
• The Blue Lagoon is not always peaceful: It is beautiful but often busy, so the quieter coves may become the highlight.
• Fuel costs extra: Plan on about €50, paid directly to the skipper in cash after the charter.
• Bring only the basics: Pack beachwear and a towel. Snorkeling equipment, life jackets, drinking water, ice coolers, and a sun canopy are supplied.

Why a private boat makes Comino easier

Comino’s famous water is no secret. The Blue Lagoon draws crowds because the sea is clear and brilliantly colored, but the shore and water can feel busy during the main summer hours. A private boat gives you a useful escape valve: you can see the famous spot, then ask to move on when it feels too full.

I think the biggest benefit is control. You are not tied to a large group’s timetable or a fixed list of stops. You can spend longer swimming if the water is calm, or trade a beach stop for a cave if that sounds more appealing.

The boat carries only your own party, with space for as many as eight people. That matters more than it may sound. A family with children can set a gentler pace, while friends can make the outing more active. Couples or small groups should consider the cost carefully, since the $340 fee is for the whole boat rather than an individual seat.

The skipper remains in charge of safety and the route. This is not a self-drive rental. The route may change with wind and sea conditions, and the skipper decides what is sensible on the day.

Starting from Ċirkewwa or Mġarr Port

You choose your starting port during booking. One option is Ċirkewwa Port in northern Malta, with the meeting point near the Ċirkewwa Kiosk. The other is Mġarr Port on Gozo, which gives you a direct starting point from Gozo.

The exact boarding point is sent after booking. That detail is worth taking seriously. Do not assume that arriving at the general port is enough. Read the message carefully, allow time to find the meeting spot, and arrive early enough to avoid losing part of your three-hour charter.

Both ports offer access to Comino, but your best choice depends on where you are staying that day. If you are already on Gozo, Mġarr is the obvious practical option. If you are based in Malta and visiting Comino from the main island, Ċirkewwa may fit your plans better.

The charter has a fixed duration. A late arrival does not appear to extend the booking, so a slow morning can become an expensive one. I would treat the meeting time as firm, especially during the busy summer season.

The Blue Lagoon: famous for good reason

The Blue Lagoon is the headline stop. The water is clear and striking, and it is the place most people picture when they think of Comino. You can swim and snorkel here, then return to the boat for shade, water, and a rest.

The catch is simple: it is often crowded. One recent experience still found the sea beautiful but used a quieter cove for swimming and jumping from rocks later in the outing. That is a good way to think about this charter. The Blue Lagoon is worth seeing, but it does not have to be the only place you enjoy.

Your skipper may time the visit around conditions and the group’s wishes, but there is no promise of an empty lagoon. If you want total solitude, this may not be the right expectation. If you want to see the iconic water and then move to less crowded bays, the private format works well.

Bring a towel and beachwear, and expect to get wet. Snorkeling equipment is included, along with life jackets. Food and drinks other than drinking water are not included, so plan ahead rather than expecting a meal service on board.

Crystal Lagoon and Comino’s smaller bays

The Crystal Lagoon gives the trip a second major water stop. Like the Blue Lagoon, it is suited to swimming and snorkeling, but the appeal of a private charter is not simply ticking off two names. It is the ability to pause at the places that match the sea and your mood.

Comino’s coastline includes small bays and rocky inlets. The boat can take you along the shore to look for calm water, places to swim, and cave entrances. A skipper may spend more time in a quiet cove if the main lagoon feels too crowded, or shift the route if wind makes one side of the island less comfortable.

That flexibility is especially valuable for families. Marie from Switzerland found Ammie friendly and attentive with children, while another group appreciated Joseph’s ability to tailor the afternoon. Those details suggest that the quality of the outing depends not only on scenery, but also on how well you explain what your group wants.

Tell the skipper early if your priority is snorkeling, quiet swimming, caves, or simply seeing as much coastline as possible. Three hours is enough for a good taste of Comino, but not enough for every bay and beach at a leisurely pace.

Sea caves and the most memorable moments

The caves may be the strongest reason to choose a private boat instead of a standard sightseeing trip. The skipper can guide the boat into small cave areas and coastal openings that are difficult to appreciate from land.

Joseph was praised for taking time to explain the different areas and for handling the boat carefully around small caves and inlets. Ammie went further for one family, getting into the water and showing them underground caverns that could only be reached by swimming beneath the surface.

That kind of moment cannot be guaranteed. It depends on sea conditions, safety, and the ability of each person in your group. Still, it shows what the private format can make possible. You are not simply passing a cave with a large boat full of people. You may have time to stop, look, swim, and ask questions.

Use common sense here. If you are not a confident swimmer, stay with the supplied safety equipment and follow the skipper’s directions. The tour includes life jackets, but it is still a water activity rather than a dry sightseeing cruise.

Onboard comfort and what is supplied

The equipment list is practical rather than fancy. You get a sun canopy, coolers with ice flakes, drinking water, a Bluetooth stereo, snorkeling equipment, life jackets, and port fees. These inclusions cover the basics for a few hours on the water.

The canopy matters in Malta’s strong sun. The cooler is useful for keeping your own food or drinks chilled, though you must bring those items yourself. Since food and drinks are not included, I would pack enough for the full outing, especially if children are coming along.

The Bluetooth stereo adds a little atmosphere, but I would not book the charter for music. The real value is being able to sit under shade, listen to the water, and take breaks between swims.

The boat has a skipper, not a separate tour educator listed as part of the service. English, Maltese, and Italian are offered. Joseph was particularly informative about the areas along the route, so you can ask questions if you want more than transport and swimming stops.

Is $340 a fair price?

At $340 per boat, the value depends heavily on your group size. With eight people, the base price works out to about $42.50 per person before fuel. Add the approximate €50 fuel charge, and the per-person cost remains reasonable for a private boat, skipper, equipment, and three hours around Comino.

For four people, the price becomes a more serious splurge. For two, it is an expensive way to reach the lagoons, but you are paying for privacy and control rather than just a seat on a boat.

Remember that fuel is not included and must be paid locally in cash after the tour. That is the most important budget detail. Food and drinks are also extra, though drinking water is supplied.

I see the strongest value for families, groups of friends, and small celebrations where privacy matters. A full group can spread the cost and make good use of the boat. Solo visitors or couples on a tight budget may prefer a shared excursion, if available, even though it will offer less flexibility.

What the three-hour schedule really allows

Three hours sounds generous until you count boarding, cruising, swimming, snorkeling, cave stops, and moving between bays. You can expect a lively, well-packed outing rather than a slow day at sea.

A sensible rhythm might include a cruise along Comino’s coast, a stop at the Blue Lagoon, time around the Crystal Lagoon or another bay, and a cave visit. The actual order is not fixed, and the skipper may adjust it for weather and your preferences.

I would not try to force every possible stop. If your group wants long swims, say so. If caves are the main goal, make that clear. If children need breaks, build those into the pace. The private setup lets you ask, but three hours still has limits.

The best approach is to choose two or three priorities before you board. That way, the skipper can shape the route instead of spending the whole charter rushing from one landmark to the next.

Safety, weather, and cancellation

This tour runs only when weather and sea conditions allow. A skipper may alter the route or decide that a particular cave or swimming spot is not suitable. That is a strength, not a flaw, provided you are comfortable with a plan that can change.

Life jackets are included, and a professional skipper operates the boat. You should still bring a towel and suitable beachwear, and you should follow instructions around caves, rocks, and open water.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which helps if your Malta schedule is still shifting.

Who will enjoy this charter most?

I would recommend it most strongly to:

• Families who want a private pace and easy breaks
• Friends who can share the boat cost
• Swimmers and snorkelers who want more than a quick photo stop
• Small groups interested in caves and quiet coves
• People staying near either Ċirkewwa or Mġarr Port

It is less suitable if you want a long, unhurried beach day, a full meal on board, or a guaranteed empty Blue Lagoon. It is also not the best budget choice for one or two people unless privacy is your top priority.

The skippers are a major part of the experience. Ammie received especially warm praise for his care with families, his willingness to enter the water, and his effort to find secluded places. Joseph was praised for his calm handling, information about the coast, and careful work around caves.

Should you book CominoPlus?

Book this private charter if you want Comino with room to make your own choices. The Blue Lagoon is beautiful but busy, and the quiet coves and caves may become the real highlight. A good skipper can turn three fixed hours into a personal route rather than a standard circuit.

Before booking, confirm your departure port, set aside about €50 in cash for fuel, and decide which stops matter most to your group. If you can fill most of the eight seats, the price makes much more sense.

I would book it for a family or group of friends who value privacy, swimming, and flexible cave stops. I would hesitate only if you are watching every euro or hoping to spend most of the day in one place. For the right group, this is a practical and personal way to see Comino from the water.

FAQ

How long is the private boat charter?

The charter lasts three hours. It has a fixed duration, so arriving late may reduce your time on the water.

How many people can join the boat?

The price covers a private group of up to eight people.

Which ports can I choose for departure?

You can choose Ċirkewwa Port in Malta or Mġarr Port in Gozo when booking.

Where is the meeting point from Ċirkewwa?

The meeting point is near the Ċirkewwa Kiosk. The exact boarding details are provided after booking.

Is fuel included in the price?

No. Fuel costs about €50 and must be paid directly to the skipper in cash after the tour.

What equipment is included?

The charter includes snorkeling equipment, life jackets, drinking water, a sun canopy, coolers with ice flakes, a Bluetooth stereo, and port fees.

What should I bring?

Bring a towel and beachwear. Food and drinks are not included, although drinking water is provided.

Can I cancel the booking?

You can cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Reserve-now, pay-later booking is also available.