Malta: Private Boat Trip to Comino, Blue Lagoon & Gozo

The best parts of Malta are offshore. This private trip gives you your own boat and skipper, plus time to swim and snorkel at the Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon, Comino, and Gozo. I like the freedom to shape the route, and I like the small-group setting, which makes it easier to stop at quiet coves and sea caves. The main caution is the extra €79 fuel charge, and three to four hours may feel short if you hope to explore Gozo in depth.

You get masks, floats, a cooler with ice, safety gear, and a bottle of wine. Bring your own food, water, towel, sunscreen, and cash. The sea is the star here, so this suits you best if you enjoy swimming and feel comfortable on a boat.

Key points to know before you book

• Private boat for up to seven people: You share the trip only with your own group and skipper.
• Blue Lagoon and Crystal Lagoon: Swim in bright clear water, snorkel, and look into sea caves along Comino.
• Flexible route: You can ask about other locations and shape the outing around swimming, Gozo, or quiet bays.
• Extra fuel cost: The advertised price is $227 per group, with a separate €79 fuel charge paid when you board.
• Short but active outing: The trip lasts three to four hours, so it offers a taste of several places rather than a full day on Gozo.
• Strong praise for the guiding: The skipper is described as kind, welcoming, and careful about making guests feel safe.

Why a private boat makes Comino easier

Comino’s coast is the reason to take this trip. The island is car-free, largely quiet, and shaped by limestone cliffs, small bays, and clear water. A private boat lets you see more than one famous swimming spot without committing to a large shared group.

I like the control this gives you. If your group wants to spend more time in the water, you can focus on swimming and snorkeling. If you would rather see caves or make time for Gozo, you can ask the skipper to adjust the outing. The route is not described as rigid, and other locations are available by request.

That flexibility matters most for families, couples, and friends with different interests. One person can swim while another relaxes on the boat. You can also avoid spending the entire trip at one crowded stop, though the exact amount of time at each place depends on the conditions and your chosen route.

The boat carries up to seven people, giving you space without the scale of a large excursion. A private group also makes the outing feel more personal. You are not trying to match the pace of dozens of strangers, and you can ask the English-speaking skipper about the coast as you go.

The Blue Lagoon: famous for good reason

The Blue Lagoon is the headline stop. Its shallow-looking, vivid turquoise water and pale shores make it one of Malta’s most recognizable sights. From the boat, you can swim, snorkel, or stay aboard and enjoy the view.

The lagoon is beautiful, but its fame is also the warning. It is an iconic place, so you should not expect complete solitude. A private boat improves your position and gives you a comfortable base, but it does not make the popular area private.

I would treat the Blue Lagoon as a scenic swimming stop rather than the whole point of the trip. Have your camera ready, but protect it from spray and keep personal items in a waterproof bag. The supplied floating noodles and swimming boards are useful if you want to stay in the water without working hard the entire time.

The water is the main attraction here. You do not need to be an expert snorkeler to enjoy the stop, but you should be comfortable in open water. The tour is not suitable for people prone to seasickness, and that matters more on a small boat than it would on a large ferry.

Crystal Lagoon and Comino’s sea caves

Crystal Lagoon offers a different mood from the Blue Lagoon. It is described as a quieter location with transparent water and sea caves cut into the limestone cliffs. This is where the trip can feel more like a personal coastal outing than a quick visit to Malta’s most photographed bay.

Bring the provided snorkeling mask and take your time looking through the clear water. You may also be able to swim toward the caves or explore them from the boat, depending on the sea and the skipper’s judgment. The itinerary allows for adventurous swimming, but you should never treat the caves or deeper water casually.

The supplied floating gear gives you another option. You can drift near the boat, swim short distances, or simply cool off before returning aboard. The cooler and ice are practical touches, especially under Malta’s strong sun, although you need to bring your own drinks and snacks apart from the complimentary bottle of wine.

I especially like that this stop adds variety. The Blue Lagoon is about the famous view. Crystal Lagoon is more about clear water, rock formations, and the pleasure of moving around a smaller coastal area. If you enjoy snorkeling, this may become your favorite part.

Comino’s bays, cliffs, and Santa Maria Bay

Comino is more than its two famous lagoons. Its car-free setting and rugged coast create a sense of escape, even though the island’s popular spots can be busy. The boat can take you along the shore to see cliffs, bays, and cave openings that are difficult to appreciate from land.

One highly praised part of the outing is the chance to see lesser-known caves and stop for swims at several locations. The exact route is not fixed in the information provided, so you should ask the skipper what can fit into your three to four hours on the day.

There is also time to walk at Santa Maria Bay, which is described as having a sandy beach and an attractive view. That short land break could be welcome if you do not want every minute spent afloat. It also gives you a change of pace, though a walk on Comino will reduce the time available for Gozo or snorkeling.

This is where a private trip earns its keep. On a standard boat outing, you often follow the clock. Here, you can tell the skipper what matters most to your group. Still, keep your expectations sensible. You cannot thoroughly cover every bay, cave, swimming area, and Gozo sight in only a few hours.

What Gozo adds to the outing

Gozo gives the trip a wider Malta feel. Its appeal is not only the coast. You can request time for charming towns, historic sites, coastal views, a sandy beach, or lunch at a traditional restaurant.

Victoria’s Citadel is listed as one possible place to visit. It offers a very different experience from the lagoons, with old stone streets and broad views. But there is a practical tradeoff: traveling to Gozo and exploring on land takes time away from swimming and Comino.

If Gozo is your priority, tell the skipper before departure. If swimming is the main reason you booked, you may prefer to keep the route around Comino and the lagoons. The ability to tailor the outing is useful only if you make your priorities clear.

Food is not included, so a Gozo lunch would be at your own cost. You may also decide that a full restaurant stop does not make sense during a three-hour outing. Bring snacks and water if you want to keep the boat moving.

A three to four-hour schedule needs choices

The duration is the biggest planning issue. Three to four hours is long enough for a rewarding taste of the Comino coast, several water stops, and possibly a short walk. It is not long enough to see every place mentioned at a relaxed pace.

A realistic approach is to choose one main aim:

• Focus on Blue Lagoon and Crystal Lagoon for swimming and snorkeling.
• Give Comino priority, with caves, bays, and a walk at Santa Maria Bay.
• Ask for a route that includes Gozo, accepting less time at the swimming stops.

The trip has starting times based on availability, so check the schedule before you build the rest of your day around it. You should arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes early. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, and the meeting point details should be confirmed when you book.

Weather can change the plan. The outing may be rescheduled or canceled in poor conditions. That is not a flaw in the experience, since sea safety must come first, but you should avoid placing this trip on the final few hours of your Malta visit.

What the $227 price really covers

The price is $227 per private group of up to seven, not per person. That makes the value much better for a full group. With seven people, the base cost works out to about $32 per person before the fuel charge. Add the €79 fuel fee, and the total is roughly $306 plus any food or drinks you buy.

For two people, the same trip costs about $113.50 each before fuel, so it becomes a premium experience. For a group of four or more, the private format starts to make stronger financial sense, especially if you care about choosing the pace and avoiding a large shared boat.

The separate fuel fee is important. You must pay €79 when boarding, so include it in your real budget rather than treating the advertised amount as the final total. Food, extra drinks, and transport to the meeting point are also your responsibility.

Included equipment helps protect the value. You receive snorkeling masks, safety equipment, floating noodles, swimming boards, a cooler with ice, and a bottle of wine. Those details mean you do not need to organize basic water gear yourself, though you still need to pack personal essentials.

The skipper’s role and the feel onboard

A private boat trip depends heavily on the skipper. Here, the guide is praised for being kind, welcoming, and attentive to safety. The guide also points out caves and good swimming spots, which can make a major difference when you are seeing the coast for the first time.

The skipper is not just steering the boat. This person helps judge sea conditions, suggests how to use the available time, and guides you around the islands. You should feel free to explain whether your group wants more snorkeling, more sightseeing, or a walk on shore.

The supplied equipment is aimed at easygoing water fun rather than a technical snorkeling session. Masks let you look below the surface, while noodles and boards make floating easier. You should still bring comfortable clothes, swimwear, a towel, a hat, sunscreen, and plenty of water.

Keep cameras and phones in a waterproof bag. Boats, spray, and wet swimmers are not a good mix for loose electronics. The advice to bring cash is also worth following because the fuel charge is paid at boarding and food is not included.

Who should book this private Malta boat trip?

I would recommend it most strongly to a group of friends or family members who can fill much of the seven-person capacity. You get the best cost per person that way, along with a private setting and a route you can discuss with the skipper.

It also suits couples who place a high value on privacy and flexibility. For two people, the cost is harder to justify, but it can make sense if you want a special outing rather than the cheapest way to reach Comino.

This is a good choice for you if:

• You want to swim and snorkel in clear water.
• You prefer a private boat to a large group excursion.
• You enjoy mixing water time with caves, beaches, and coastal views.
• You want the option of adding Gozo.
• You are comfortable with a three to four-hour, active sea outing.

Think twice if you are prone to seasickness, need wheelchair access, dislike open-water activities, or want a full day exploring Gozo on land. The trip is not suitable for wheelchair users, and the short duration requires you to make choices.

Booking advice and final verdict

You can cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund, and the reserve-now, pay-later option keeps your plans flexible. Weather remains a factor, so book early enough in your Malta schedule to allow for a change if sea conditions stop the trip.

I would book this for a group of four to seven people who want a private day on the water and are willing to pay the €79 fuel charge. Tell the skipper your top priority before setting out, pack your own food and water, and do not expect a complete tour of both Comino and Gozo in three hours.

The strongest reasons to choose it are the personal route, the friendly guiding, the cave stops, and the chance to swim away from a fixed large-group schedule. If those matter more to you than the lowest possible price, this is a very appealing way to see Malta’s coast.

FAQ

How long does the private boat trip last?

The trip lasts three to four hours. Starting times depend on availability.

How many people can join the private boat?

The private group can include up to seven people.

Is the €79 fuel charge included in the advertised price?

No. The €79 fuel cost is paid separately when you board.

What equipment is provided?

The trip includes snorkeling masks, safety equipment, floating noodles, swimming float boards, a cooler with ice, and a complimentary bottle of wine.

Are food and drinks included?

Food and drinks are not included. You should bring snacks and water, and budget separately for any food or drinks you purchase.

Can the trip be canceled because of bad weather?

Yes. The trip may be rescheduled or canceled if weather conditions are unsuitable. You can also cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.