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Best of Gozo and Comino from Malta

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About this experience

This is a perfect one-day trip to see the Best of Gozo and Comino with a cruise from Malta and time on land on both smaller islands.

With year round-departures from Sliema or Bugibba (you choose) you will able to admire the northeast coast of Malta on board a modern, eco-friendly, 33-metre ferry to Gozo. Choose outdoor seating or relax indoors in air-conditioned comfort.

In Gozo enjoy 2-3 hours with air-conditioned, chauffeur driven, unguided transfer from Mgarr Harbour to the stunning fortress Citadel in Victoria.

Return transport will take you back to the harbour in Gozo for the short cruise to Comino's Blue Lagoon, famous for its turquoise crystal clear waters. Enjoy free time in Comino to swim, sunbathe, relax or discover the island independently.

Later board the ferry to return back to Sliema or Bugibba in Malta.

MANDATORY: reserve Blue Lagoon Access for the "Afternoon Slot" before booking your tour. Apply via the Malta Tourism Authority's blcomino website.

Available options

From Bugibba in Malta

From Sliema in Malta

What's included

Gozo unguided land transfers in air-conditioned, chauffeur driven vehicle

Catamaran cruise from either Sliema or Bugibba (as you prefer) in Malta to the island of Gozo

Free time at the Blue Lagoon in Comino

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Organised transport post-cruise back to the main hotels in Bugibba, Qawra & Mellieha from Bugibba

Organised transport post-cruise back to the main hotels in Sliema & St. Julian's from Sliema

Catamaran cruise from the Blue Lagoon in Comino to Sliema or Bugibba in Malta

Restrooms on board the catamaran

Sit outdoors or indoors in the catamaran's air-conditioned comfort

Catamaran cruise from Gozo to the Blue Lagoon in Comino

Free WiFi on board the catamaran

Free time in Gozo at the fortress capital city Citadel in Victoria

Detailed itinerary

Please make your own way EITHER to the Sliema mooring which is directly opposite the Sliema Hotel by ST Hotels at 59 The Strand, Sliema OR to Bugibba Jetty at Bognor Beach in Bugibba (according to you booked start point). Please arrive at least 25 minutes prior to your departure time and immediately board the state of the art, eco-friendly, 33 meter, red iSeeMalta catamaran ferry which is operated by Captain Morgan. We will cruise up the North-East coast of Malta, via the north Comino channel to reach the island of Calypso, Gozo.

Upon arrival at the Mgarr Harbour in Gozo you will be greeted by our representative and directed you to your waiting minibus for a chauffeur driven, unguided, land based transfer to the stunning capital city Victoria also known as Rabat, and fortress Citadel within the capital of Gozo for free time, before returning to Mgarr Harbour.

At the capital city Victoria also known as Rabat, and fortress Citadel within the capital, you will have free time to explore the independently.

Please return to the agreed meeting point a few minutes before the agreed meeting time to ensure that you do not miss your transport - please ask the minibus driver before leaving the vehicle for confirmation of the meeting time if you are unsure.

After visiting this mythical island of Gozo, your transport will take you from the capital city Victoria back to Mgarr Harbour in Gozo where you will once again board the catamaran for the short cruise to the Blue Lagoon in Comino.

The Blue Lagoon is famous for its turquoise, bluish-green crystal clear waters. You will have some free time here to swim, sunbathe, relax or discover the island of Comino independently on foot.

Please return to the Blue Lagoon embarkation point in Comino at least 15 minutes before departure of the catamaran back to Sliema or Bugibba in Malta.

Enjoy the late afternoon cruise from the Blue Lagoon in Comino either back to the Sliema or back to Bugibba in Malta.

On arrival in Malta please ask the ferry crew to direct you to their free organised land transport to the main hotels in Sliema and St. Julian's from Sliema, or to the main hotels in Bugibba, Qawra and Mellieha from Bugibba.

What's not included

The tour is unguided

Food and drinks (available for purchase on board the catamaran)

Comino caves boat trip tickets available for purchase on board (June to September)

Available languages

Written guide

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Reviews breakdown

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Important information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Meeting point

iSeeMalta red catamaran ferry operated by Captain Morgan from the Bugibba Jetty at Dawret Il-Gzejjer, San Pawl il-Baħar (St. Paul’s Bay) (Google Map Code: XC25+Q6 San Pawl il-Baħar)

Important notes

MANDATORY: to avoid overcrowding and protect the Lagoon’s environment and its fragile ecosystems, you must reserve Blue Lagoon Access for the "Afternoon Slot" before booking your tour. Apply with instant confirmation via the Malta Tourism Authority's website: https://blcomino.com/product/blue-lagoon/

You will receive your Blue Lagoon Access QR code by email and you must present this electronically or in printed form:
- to ferry staff prior to boarding from Sliema or Bugibba in Malta. No ferry ticket refunds will be given if you do not have a valid Blue Lagoon Access QR code.
- to government officials before disembarking at Blue Lagoon in Comino. It will be scanned and you will receive a wristband for your visit.

Once you have received your Blue Lagoon Access QR code by email, please proceed with your ferry reservation - select your start/end point from either Sliema or Bugibba in Malta.

A direct entry ticket will be sent to you 1 day prior to your visit via the Viator/Tripadvisor platform. The direct entry ticket must first be presented before boarding the ferry either electronically or in printed form.

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Must-Try Local Dishes

Pastizzi

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Snack Vegetarian

Ftira

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Rabbit Stew

A traditional Maltese dish made with rabbit, wine, and herbs.

Dinner Contains meat

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Best Time to Visit

June to August

The peak season in Malta is characterized by warm, sunny weather, making it ideal for beach activities and outdoor exploration. However, it's also the busiest and most expensive time to visit.

25°C to 35°C 77°F to 95°F