THE ADVENTURE COLLECTIVE® · Independent discovery and booking for outdoor travel
Embark on a vivid 6-hour cruise around Comino’s crystalline waters with Oh Yeah Malta. Swim, snorkel, and discover hidden caves from Santa Maria Bay to the iconic Blue Lagoon.
Embark on a vivid 6-hour cruise around Comino’s crystalline waters with Oh Yeah Malta. Swim, snorkel, and discover hidden caves from Santa Maria Bay to the iconic Blue Lagoon.
Book with Oh Yeah Malta
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by Oh Yeah Malta · Bay
Malta’s sparkling jewel, Comino Island, is a magnet for adventurers seeking vibrant blue waters and dramatic coastal formations. Oh Yeah Malta invites travelers on a 6-hour cruise uncovering the island’s most captivating spots, blending invigorating swims with scenic discovery. Departing from Mellieha Bay’s Tunny Net Jetty, this journey charts a course through iconic seascapes and hidden caves that have shaped local maritime lore.
First, the cruise navigates the striking Comino Caves, including Smuggler’s Cave—a natural cavern etched into limestone by centuries of sea and wind, once rumored as a pirate hiding place. Passing Elephant’s Head Rock, a colossal natural arch carved by waves, visitors glimpse a rugged natural monument unique to this Mediterranean outcrop.
Santa Maria Bay, Comino’s largest bay, offers the day’s first prolonged stop. Here, participants enjoy 1 hour and 45 minutes of snorkeling and swimming in remarkably clear turquoise waters. The calm bay, sheltered by rocky cliffs, creates an ideal environment for spotting marine life among the rocky seabed.
The second stop is the famed Blue Lagoon, known worldwide for its intensely clear water and vibrant coral reef. Guests spend approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes snorkeling or relaxing in this underwater playground. Additional highlights include passing Popeye’s Cave and Lovers Caves, spots rich with Maltese folklore and striking geological features.
Oh Yeah Malta’s trip offers more than just sightseeing; it’s an active immersion in one of Malta’s most pristine marine environments. The combination of swimming, snorkeling, and cruising tailored by a knowledgeable local operator makes this an authentic way to connect with the island’s coastal heritage. For visitors seeking a memorable day of outdoor adventure beyond Malta’s urban shores, this cruise anchors itself as an essential experience.
easy.
6 hours and 15 minutes.
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic swimming ability recommended for snorkeling
Yes, snorkel masks and fins can be rented onboard if you don’t have your own.
Yes, toilets and showers are available onboard during the cruise.
You can disembark at Santa Maria Bay for a walk on the island and catch a separate boat from the Blue Lagoon afterward.
Yes, the trip is family-friendly and suitable for all ages with supervision.
Trips canceled due to bad weather or wind conditions receive a full refund.
Yes, snacks and beverages are available for purchase during the cruise.
Comino Island’s caves, like Smuggler’s Cave, were historically used by sailors and local fishermen to hide goods from raids.
Boat operators follow strict regulations to protect Comino’s marine environment, emphasizing reef-safe products and limiting anchor damage.
Oh Yeah Malta is a boat tour operator based in Mellieha Bay, Malta, offering curated sea excursions to Comino, Gozo and the northern Maltese coastline. The company runs a selection of daily and seasonal cruises tailored to swimmers, snorkelers, and sightseers seeking access to the Blue Lagoon, coastal caves, and scenic bays. Trips include the Blue Lagoon Sunset Cruise, which features an evening swim, cave exploration and dolphin spotting; the Northern Luxury Cruise with multiple bay stops including Gozo Bay’s Halfa Rock; daily 6-hour trips to Comino Caves, the Blue Lagoon and Santa Maria Bay with extended swim time; and a Three Island Cruise aboard the Hakuna Matata II that combines a guided tour of Gozo with Blue Lagoon swimming and cave visits. Several full-day itineraries run for approximately six hours, while sunset and specialized cruises operate on shorter evening schedules. Oh Yeah Malta emphasizes clear departure information from Mellieha Bay and provides structured swim and snorkel stops, guided coastline commentary, and crew-led safety briefings. Routes highlight Smuggler’s Cave, Elephant’s Head Rock, Halfa Rock and other natural features cited on each itinerary. Booking details, departure times and specific inclusions are provided at reservation. Local route knowledge and scheduled stop times aim to deliver reliable, memorable maritime excursions to Malta’s most photographed marine sites.
Book with Oh Yeah Malta