Comino is a shortcut to postcard water. This speedboat trip whisks you around Comino’s cliffs and the hidden caves, then gives you a real chunk of time to swim at Blue Lagoon. I love that you get both: cave scenery and a classic swim stop in one smooth plan. I also love that the trip runs with a live English guide and skippers who explain what you’re seeing clearly, including captains named Augustino and Valentino on recent departures.

One thing to consider: this is a fast, open-water ride. If you’re prone to motion sickness, have serious back problems, or you fit one of the listed comfort limits (including certain older age ranges), the speed and wind may not be your friend.

Key Things That Make This Comino Trip Worth Your Time

• Comino caves without extra fees: you explore the East and West hidden caves as part of the tour cost
• A full 2 hours at Blue Lagoon: not a quick dip, but enough time to swim, snorkel, and sunbathe
• Stops with famous names: St Mary Battery Arch, Elephant Rock, Santa Maria caves, and more
• Skipper-style comfort tweaks: some captains adjust speed based on the group’s comfort
• Great value for a short day: $35 gets you an island loop plus cave time plus beach time

From Blue Waves Watersports to Marfa Bay: Why the Start Matters

The ride starts at Blue Waves Watersports, and you launch from Marfa Bay, about 3 kilometers from the famous Blue Lagoon in Comino. That detail matters because it cuts down on dead time. You’re not spending your whole morning in transit.

The total experience clocks in at about 3.5 hours, with enough time to cruise around Comino, see key landmarks, and still have a dedicated swim block at Blue Lagoon. The schedule also assumes you show up early since boarding closes 15 minutes before departure. If you’re even a little slow with beach bag packing, you’ll feel it here.

You’ll travel with a live English guide, and the experience is described as highly rated for transport quality (98% perfect scores). In plain terms: you should expect a professional setup and a skipper who knows how to handle the water.

The Speedboat Ride: Fun, But Treat It Like Real Water

This trip is built around a thrilling speedboat ride with a professional skipper. That’s part of the appeal, but it also explains the comfort limits. Some people love the speed and wind; others feel it immediately.

Here’s how to think about it before you book:

• If you handle boats fine, you’ll probably love the quick way the coastline appears, disappears, and then appears again from a new angle.
• If you get motion sickness, you should skip this one. The activity isn’t suitable for people with motion sickness, and that’s not a warning to ignore.
• If you have back problems or you’re in one of the listed limits (including pregnant women and wheelchair users), the ride can be rough.

Practical tip: bring sunglasses and sunscreen. The sun on a fast boat can hit harder than you expect, especially when you’re going from shade to open water.

Comino’s Big Landmarks: St Mary Battery Arch and Elephant Rock

Comino doesn’t just look pretty from one postcard angle. From the water, you get to “read” the island—how the cliffs sit, how caves open up, and where the rock formations act like natural landmarks.

Early on, you’ll see St Mary Battery Arch and Elephant Rock as part of the Comino loop. Those names aren’t marketing fluff. They help you understand what you’re looking at while the boat moves so you don’t feel stuck staring at random rock.

Elephant Rock is one of those shapes that looks clearer the closer you get. St Mary Battery Arch gives you that classic arch-and-cliff silhouette that you’ll recognize later from photos.

The skipper’s commentary is part of the value. Captains named Augustino and Valentino have been highlighted for explaining what you’re seeing, and one captain even worked with different comfort preferences by adjusting speed.

Cave Time That Feels Like More Than a Photo Stop

A lot of boat tours promise caves, then deliver a quick pass. This one is structured so you actually explore. The tour focuses on Santa Maria caves and the surrounding cave areas, including both East and West hidden caves, with no extra charge.

You’ll also get a mix of:

• photo stops
• short visit-and-look moments
• sightseeing cruising where you scan for the next opening in the rock

What makes this good for you is pacing. You’re not sprinting between stops. You’re moving with enough time to take a proper look, then jump back to the boat and continue.

Even if you’re not a “cave person,” the caves are visual wayfinding. They show you where the sea has carved entrances and how the coastline changes character from bay to bay.

The Scenic Cruising Passes: St Mary Bay, St Nicholas Bay, Crystal Lagoon

You’ll also cruise past several named areas, including St Mary Bay, St Nicholas Bay, and Crystal Lagoon. These are the “drive-by” moments, but they’re not wasted time.

From the boat, you’ll get a changing wall of color:

• lighter water near sand and shallow rock
• deeper shades where the sea drops quickly
• a sense of how sheltered or exposed each bay is

In other words, these passes help you build a mental map. By the time you reach Blue Lagoon, you’ll know what kind of water conditions you’re stepping into.

Blue Lagoon: How to Use Your 2 Hours Like a Pro

The highlight stop is Blue Lagoon with a full 2-hour break. This is the part most people book for, and it’s long enough to do more than just pose for a minute.

At Blue Lagoon, you can snorkel, swim, sunbathe, or just enjoy the view. The tour plan also includes a walk option to St Marija tower for a spectacular lookout. If you like photos, bring your best swim gear and plan your walk when the light feels right.

The timing matters. One tip that fits the reality of this place: it gets busy. If you can choose, going earlier helps you find room to swim in your own space instead of constantly navigating around crowds.

What about water shoes? You weren’t told to bring them, so I won’t pretend you need them. But if you’re sensitive to rocky entries, you might find it easier to go prepared.

Also remember: food and drinks aren’t included. Blue Lagoon is a long enough stop that you’ll feel the gap if you didn’t plan a snack or cash for purchases. Pack accordingly.

What’s Included for $35 (and What You’ll Pay For)

At about $35 per person, you’re paying for:

• the speedboat ride around Comino Island
• cave visits (including the East and West hidden caves)
• the 2-hour stop at Blue Lagoon
• a live English guide

What you’re not paying for is food and drinks. That’s common, but it’s worth treating seriously here because Blue Lagoon is the kind of place where you can burn your snack budget fast.

Value-wise, this works because you’re getting two different kinds of satisfaction:

1) sightseeing and geology from the boat

2) a proper beach-time swim stop

If you only wanted one of these, you’d probably find a cheaper or simpler option. But if you want both without spending your whole day hopping between multiple tours, this is strong value for Malta.

Timing, Boarding, and the Comino Foot-Access Rule (May 2025)

A couple “know before you go” points can save you stress:

• Boarding closes 15 minutes before departure. Show up early at Blue Waves Watersports and don’t plan to be fashionably late.
• Weather matters. The captain can cancel or alter the tour for safety. If the boat cruise is cancelled due to weather and sea conditions, you’ll get an alternative date or a refund.

Now the key Comino rule effective from Thursday, 1st May 2025: if you want to step onto Comino Island from the Blue Lagoon and explore by foot, you must register and get an entry ticket through the official government system at www.blcomino.com.

If you just plan to swim, you may not need extra steps. But if you want the walk to viewpoints (like the St Marija tower option), this matters.

What to Bring (So the Wind Doesn’t Ruin Your Day)

The basics are straightforward, but they’re the ones that actually make a difference on a speedboat and a swimming stop:

Bring:

• sunglasses
• a sun hat
• a towel
• sunscreen
• beachwear

You’re also told not to bring weapons or sharp objects, and no oversized luggage or large bags. Alcohol and drugs aren’t allowed either.

If you’re thinking, Great, I packed lightly, good. Now also pack like you’ll get wet. Even on a smooth day, you’ll likely end up with salt spray.

Who This Comino Caves and Blue Lagoon Trip Fits Best

This tour works best for:

• people who want Comino by water without hiking
• couples, friends, and families who enjoy a fun speedboat ride
• anyone who likes a structured day with cave time plus a long swim stop

It may not be the right call for:

• people prone to motion sickness
• pregnant women
• people with back problems
• wheelchair users (and electric wheelchairs are not allowed)
• some older adults based on the listed age limits

If you’re traveling with kids: one reason this tour scores well is that captains like Augustino have been described as accommodating, even allowing children to get time to drive the boat on some departures. That doesn’t mean every trip does it, but the approach shows the operator is thinking about family comfort and excitement.

How to Decide: Should You Book This One?

I’d book this tour if you want the best of Comino in a short window: cave exploration plus Blue Lagoon swimming, led in English, and paced so you’re not stuck doing one thing all day.

I wouldn’t book it if you:

• get motion sickness easily
• need a calm, low-speed experience
• want food included (it’s not)
• plan to walk on Comino without registering for the May 2025 entry ticket rule

For most people who can handle speedboats, this is a practical, high-value way to see the real highlights of Comino without building a day around logistics.

FAQ

How long is the speedboat trip around Comino with Blue Lagoon time?

The total duration is listed as about 3.5 hours, including sightseeing and the 2-hour stop at Blue Lagoon.

Where does the tour depart from?

The starting location is Blue Waves Watersports in Malta, with the speedboat departing from Marfa Bay.

What is included in the ticket price?

You get the speedboat ride around Comino Island, cave visits, and a 2-hour stop at Blue Lagoon. Food and drinks are not included.

What should I bring for Blue Lagoon?

Bring sunglasses, a sun hat, a towel, sunscreen, and beachwear.

Do I need an entry ticket to walk on Comino Island?

Effective from Thursday, 1st May 2025, if you want to step on Comino Island from the Blue Lagoon and explore by foot, you must register and acquire an entry ticket through www.blcomino.com.

Is this trip suitable for motion sickness?

No. The activity is not suitable for people with motion sickness. It also isn’t suitable for pregnant women, wheelchair users, and people with back problems.

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