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Make a quick, scenic jump from St. Julian’s to Comino’s Blue Lagoon on a high-speed boat—perfect for swimmers and snorkelers who want turquoise water and a short, flexible outing. Note: a government access pass is required to step ashore.
Make a quick, scenic jump from St. Julian’s to Comino’s Blue Lagoon on a high-speed boat—perfect for swimmers and snorkelers who want turquoise water and a short, flexible outing. Note: a government access pass is required to step ashore.
You push through a black iron gate and follow a painted yellow line to a low jetty behind St. Julian’s; the engine’s hum builds and the coast of Malta slides by—golden cliffs, the lonely St. Paul’s Islands—before the boat rockets toward Comino.
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Operated by Robert Arrigo & Sons · St. Julian's, Malta
You push through a black iron gate and follow a painted yellow line to a low jetty behind St. Julian’s; the engine’s hum builds and the coast of Malta slides by—golden cliffs, the lonely St. Paul’s Islands—before the boat rockets toward Comino.
The Blue Lagoon arrives as a pocket of impossible turquoise, shallow on a white, sandy bottom, its clarity revealing darting fish and Posidonia beds. Comino is small—just a stretch of limestone carved by sea and wind—its geology of fossil-rich limestone and karst caves framing bright bays. Historically the island served as a lookout and a refuge; its small chapel and scant ruins whisper of Knights and fishermen rather than villages.
On this speedboat trip you’ll have leisure time ashore to swim, snorkel, and walk the short tracks that skirt the bay. The return route typically threads past Comino’s sea caves—limestone arches and caverns that invite quick photo stops from the boat.
Practical edge: as of May 2025 the Maltese government requires an access pass to disembark at the Blue Lagoon (get it at blcomino.com); without it you’ll be dropped at Santa Marija Bay instead. Boats enforce a strict boarding time (arrive 15–20 minutes early), passengers must remain seated at speed, and the ride isn’t recommended for those prone to seasickness. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a mask/snorkel, sturdy water shoes for rocky landings, and a towel. Expect a total outing of roughly 2.5–4.5 hours depending on your chosen slot and time spent ashore.
easy.
2.5–4.5 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be able to board a low jetty and swim in open water if they plan to.
Yes—since May 2025 visitors must purchase an official access pass at blcomino.com; without it you will be taken to Santa Marija Bay instead.
The fastest crossings take about 45 minutes each way; total trip time including free time ashore is typically 2.5–4.5 hours depending on your chosen option.
No—the speedboat and boarding ramp are not wheelchair accessible and strollers are not permitted.
Children are allowed but must be accompanied by an adult; infants under three are not permitted and the operator enforces seating for safety.
Comino has a sparse human history: its name refers to cumin once grown there and it was used as a lookout and refuge by Knights and later British garrisons rather than a settled village.
Authorities limit daily shore access to reduce overcrowding and protect seagrass meadows; visitors are asked to avoid anchoring on seagrass and to carry out all litter.
Robert Arrigo & Sons operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You push through a black iron gate and follow a painted yellow line to a low jetty behind St. Julian’s; the engine’s hum builds and the coast of Malta slides by—golden cliffs, the lonely St. Paul’s Islands—before the boat rockets toward Comino.
You push through a black iron gate and follow a painted yellow line to a low jetty behind St. Julian’s; the engine’s hum builds and the coast of Malta slides by—golden cliffs, the lonely St. Paul’s Islands—before the boat rockets toward Comino.
The Blue Lagoon arrives as a pocket of impossible turquoise, shallow on a white, sandy bottom, its clarity revealing darting fish and Posidonia beds. Comino is small—just a stretch of limestone carved by sea and wind—its geology of fossil-rich limestone and karst caves framing bright bays. Historically the island served as a lookout and a refuge; its small chapel and scant ruins whisper of Knights and fishermen rather than villages.
On this speedboat trip you’ll have leisure time ashore to swim, snorkel, and walk the short tracks that skirt the bay. The return route typically threads past Comino’s sea caves—limestone arches and caverns that invite quick photo stops from the boat.
Practical edge: as of May 2025 the Maltese government requires an access pass to disembark at the Blue Lagoon (get it at blcomino.com); without it you’ll be dropped at Santa Marija Bay instead. Boats enforce a strict boarding time (arrive 15–20 minutes early), passengers must remain seated at speed, and the ride isn’t recommended for those prone to seasickness. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a mask/snorkel, sturdy water shoes for rocky landings, and a towel. Expect a total outing of roughly 2.5–4.5 hours depending on your chosen slot and time spent ashore.