A full-day cruise from Sliema to Comino’s Blue Lagoon offers long swims in famously clear water and a photo stop at the smaller Crystal Lagoon. Expect an 8-hour outing with onboard facilities and a long leisure window on the island.
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You step off the vessel into a bowl of water so clear the seabed seems to breathe beneath you — turquoise grades from mint to royal blue, cliffs framing the inlet like a natural amphitheater. The crossing from Sliema unfurls the Maltese coastline until the island of Comino appears, small and sunbaked, its limestone flats and low scrub catching the light.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate — you should be comfortable with repeated short swims and climbing in/out of boats
Wildlife
History
Comino has a sparse human history of shepherds, a medieval chapel, and watchtowers built to monitor shipping between Malta and Gozo.
Conservation
High visitor numbers strain the fragile coastal environment; use reef‑safe sunscreen, avoid anchoring on seagrass beds, and follow local guidance to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the Comino Blue Lagoon Cruise inc Photo Stop at Crystal Lagoon today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef‑safe sunscreen
Protect skin and the marine environment — apply before boarding and reapply after swimming.
Wear water shoes
Limestone and pebble shores can be sharp; easy-to-remove water shoes make entry and exits safer.
Check sea conditions
The lagoon’s calm depends on wind and swell; ask the operator about weather cancellations before you book.
Carry small cash
Onboard bars and optional powerboat rides often take cash only — keep a small amount handy.
Swimsuit & quick‑dry towel
Essential for swimming and lounging during the long stop at the Blue Lagoon.
summer
Mask and snorkel
Clear water makes for excellent snorkeling around reefs and rock outcrops.
summer
Water shoes
Protect feet on limestone ramps and small pebble beaches where boats land.
summer
Light wind layer or rash guard
Useful for cooler spring mornings, boat rides, and wind on the return crossing.
spring