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A day-long catamaran cruise linking Sliema, Gozo and Comino’s Blue Lagoon—swim in crystalline water, explore Gozo’s harbour town, and learn the local logistics you need to know before you go.
A day-long catamaran cruise linking Sliema, Gozo and Comino’s Blue Lagoon—swim in crystalline water, explore Gozo’s harbour town, and learn the local logistics you need to know before you go.
The catamaran cuts a steady line across the Mediterranean as Malta’s northern coast slides past—cliffs, limestone bays and the occasional fishing skiff. Salt spray brushes the deck and the Blue Lagoon’s turquoise pool waits like a bright wound in Comino’s scrub; later, Mġarr Harbour on Gozo offers a compact town to stretch legs and taste island life.
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Operated by Robert Arrigo & Sons · Sliema, Malta
The catamaran cuts a steady line across the Mediterranean as Malta’s northern coast slides past—cliffs, limestone bays and the occasional fishing skiff. Salt spray brushes the deck and the Blue Lagoon’s turquoise pool waits like a bright wound in Comino’s scrub; later, Mġarr Harbour on Gozo offers a compact town to stretch legs and taste island life.
The Maltese archipelago is shaped from Miocene limestone; Gozo’s rolling fields and terraced cliffs show centuries of shepherding and small-scale farming. Comino is almost entirely car-free and sparsely settled; St. Mary’s Watch Tower and Battery recall the Knights of St. John who fortified these channels against corsairs. Culture here is straightforward: fishing, family-run cafes, and buses that stitch harbors to hilltop Victoria.
Practically, expect a 7–8 hour daytrip with two main stops: roughly two hours on Gozo and two hours at Comino’s Blue Lagoon. The operator boards from Sliema or St. Paul’s Bay, with toilets, air-conditioning and free Wi‑Fi onboard. Bring swimwear and a towel for the lagoon; the option to join small motorboat excursions to caves and the Crystal Lagoon is typically sold on-site for about €15. Note the government-mandated access pass for the Blue Lagoon—book the required afternoon slot before you arrive, as you may be denied landing without it.
Timing and communication matter: ask crew about pick-up times for each stop, arrive 15–20 minutes early at departure points, and carry a little cash—Comino’s connectivity and card acceptance can be patchy. For photographers and hikers, Comino’s rugged trails and wide skies repay a slow, observant pace.
easy.
7–8 hours.
Suitable for reasonably mobile travelers comfortable with short walks, boarding ramps and brief swims; not strenuous.
Yes—since May 2025 a government-issued access pass is required to disembark at the Blue Lagoon; secure the afternoon timeslot in advance via the official portal.
The itinerary typically allows about two hours on Gozo (Mġarr Harbour) and about two hours at Comino’s Blue Lagoon, though times can vary with operations and weather.
The ferry is wheelchair accessible, but Comino’s terrain is rugged and not wheelchair-friendly; disembarkation on Comino may be difficult for mobility-impaired visitors.
Yes—optional small motorboat excursions to Comino Caves and the Crystal Lagoon are usually offered on-site for around €15, weather permitting.
The channel between Malta and Gozo has been a strategic maritime route for millennia; the Knights of St. John built watch towers and batteries to control these islands and protect shipping.
The Blue Lagoon receives heavy visitation; follow local rules, take litter off the islands, and use marked paths to protect native vegetation and marine habitats.
Robert Arrigo & Sons operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The catamaran cuts a steady line across the Mediterranean as Malta’s northern coast slides past—cliffs, limestone bays and the occasional fishing skiff. Salt spray brushes the deck and the Blue Lagoon’s turquoise pool waits like a bright wound in Comino’s scrub; later, Mġarr Harbour on Gozo offers a compact town to stretch legs and taste island life.
The catamaran cuts a steady line across the Mediterranean as Malta’s northern coast slides past—cliffs, limestone bays and the occasional fishing skiff. Salt spray brushes the deck and the Blue Lagoon’s turquoise pool waits like a bright wound in Comino’s scrub; later, Mġarr Harbour on Gozo offers a compact town to stretch legs and taste island life.
The Maltese archipelago is shaped from Miocene limestone; Gozo’s rolling fields and terraced cliffs show centuries of shepherding and small-scale farming. Comino is almost entirely car-free and sparsely settled; St. Mary’s Watch Tower and Battery recall the Knights of St. John who fortified these channels against corsairs. Culture here is straightforward: fishing, family-run cafes, and buses that stitch harbors to hilltop Victoria.
Practically, expect a 7–8 hour daytrip with two main stops: roughly two hours on Gozo and two hours at Comino’s Blue Lagoon. The operator boards from Sliema or St. Paul’s Bay, with toilets, air-conditioning and free Wi‑Fi onboard. Bring swimwear and a towel for the lagoon; the option to join small motorboat excursions to caves and the Crystal Lagoon is typically sold on-site for about €15. Note the government-mandated access pass for the Blue Lagoon—book the required afternoon slot before you arrive, as you may be denied landing without it.
Timing and communication matter: ask crew about pick-up times for each stop, arrive 15–20 minutes early at departure points, and carry a little cash—Comino’s connectivity and card acceptance can be patchy. For photographers and hikers, Comino’s rugged trails and wide skies repay a slow, observant pace.