Comino Blue Lagoon Prime Catamaran Tour with All Inclusive

Malta’s best swim day starts offshore. This seven-hour catamaran trip pairs Comino’s famous Blue Lagoon with swimming stops, a cold lunch, and an open bar, making it a relaxed way to see Malta’s northern coast without arranging boats, food, or drinks yourself. I like the generous time in the water and the easygoing pace. I also like that the crew does not force everyone into a set snorkeling route.

The main consideration is that the route is not fixed. Weather decides where the catamaran anchors, and Blue Lagoon access is not guaranteed. You should also expect about three hours of the day to be spent sailing between Valletta and Comino, and the onboard commentary may be limited.

The important details at a glance

• About seven hours from Sliema: The catamaran leaves at 10:30 am from Spirit of Malta Catamaran on Triq Ix-Xatt and returns to the same meeting point.
• Three hours of sailing time: The journey from Valletta to Comino and back takes about three hours, leaving roughly four hours for anchoring, swimming, eating, and relaxing.
• Comino is weather-led: The captain chooses bays according to the conditions, with the Blue Lagoon visited when possible.
• Lunch and drinks are included: The buffet includes cold cuts, cheeses, salads, bread rolls, wine, beer, soft drinks, and water.
• A maximum of 80 people: This is a shared boat trip, not a private cruise, though the open layout can still feel fairly relaxed.
• St. Mary’s Tower may be a viewing stop: In suitable weather, the boat anchors in front of the tower, known for its connection with the film The Count of Monte Cristo.

Leaving Sliema for Comino

Your day begins at 10:30 am at the Spirit of Malta Catamaran on Triq Ix-Xatt in Sliema. The meeting point is near public transportation, and the activity finishes back where it started, which keeps the day simple if you are staying around Sliema or Valletta.

The first thing to understand is the scale of the outing. This is not a quick shuttle to Comino. It is a full day on the water, with the boat itself forming a large part of the experience. The route between Valletta and Comino takes around three hours in total, so you will want to enjoy sitting on deck, looking out at the coast, listening to music, and chatting with the people around you.

I see that sailing time as a benefit if you like a boat day. You can settle into a chair, order a drink, and let Malta’s coastline provide the scenery. If your only goal is to spend as long as possible in the Blue Lagoon, the time spent getting there may feel less efficient than a direct transfer.

The boat has been described as comfortable, with a friendly crew and a lively but generally pleasant atmosphere. Music is part of the setting. It has been praised for being enjoyable and not too loud, but the volume can vary, and at times it may become too loud for anyone hoping for a quiet cruise.

Comino’s bays and the Blue Lagoon

Comino is the heart of the trip. The catamaran visits scenic bays around the island and stops for swimming or snorkeling. The exact sequence depends on wind and sea conditions, so you should treat the advertised route as a plan rather than a promise.

That flexibility is practical. A good captain can choose a more sheltered bay when the weather changes, rather than stubbornly following a route that produces rough water. It also means two trips on different days may not look exactly alike.

The swimming stops are designed for freedom rather than formal instruction. You can swim, snorkel, float, or stay on deck. There is no required snorkeling route and, according to the experience described by past customers, no constant pressure to get in or out of the water except when the boat needs to move.

That relaxed approach is one of the strongest reasons to choose this cruise. Some boat excursions turn every swim stop into a timed exercise. Here, you get room to follow your own pace. Families and mixed-age groups may find that especially useful, since not everyone needs the same amount of time in the water.

The Blue Lagoon is visited when weather permits, but there is an important detail: the boat may anchor nearby instead of pulling directly into the beach area. If standing on the Blue Lagoon shore is essential to your plans, this trip may not meet that specific expectation. If you mainly want the water, views, and a good anchorage, the arrangement may work well.

The lagoon is also a famous destination, so the scenery can be more important than the name on the route. The boat gives you a base for swimming and resting without requiring you to organize a separate trip to Comino. Still, I would book this for a day around the water, not for a guaranteed beach visit.

St. Mary’s Tower and the Count of Monte Cristo connection

When conditions allow, the catamaran anchors in front of St. Mary’s Tower. The tower is one of Comino’s best-known landmarks and is associated with the filming location for The Count of Monte Cristo.

The stop is listed as lasting about one hour. The supplied details do not promise an admission visit inside the tower, and admission is not included. Think of this as a scenic anchorage and photo opportunity rather than a guided historic site visit.

The tower adds variety to the day. Without it, the outing would focus almost entirely on swimming and food. With it, you get a recognizable landmark and a little film history, even if the boat remains offshore.

The words weather permitting matter here. The captain may skip the stop if conditions make anchoring unsuitable. That is not a flaw in the trip so much as a reminder that this is a sea-based activity. The route follows the water first.

Lunch that works between swims

The included lunch is a cold buffet, which makes sense on a boat. You can eat without waiting for a kitchen, and there is no need to dress up or leave the deck for a restaurant meal.

The cold cuts include turkey and smoked gammon. Cheese options include cheddar cubes and feta. The salads provide more range than a basic sandwich meal: summer potato salad, bulgur wheat, vegetarian rice, pasta salad, and tomatoes with onion. Bread rolls round out the plate.

Vegetarian choices are clearly represented, with vegetarian rice and bulgur wheat marked as vegetarian, plus the tomato and onion salad marked vegan. That is useful, though the information does not give details about allergies, cross-contamination, or special dietary requests. If you have a serious food allergy, confirm arrangements before booking.

The food has received strong praise for taste and variety, and fresh fruit has also been appreciated. I would set your expectations correctly: this is a practical buffet served on a catamaran, not a restaurant lunch. Its value comes from convenience, quantity, and the ability to eat when you choose.

There is no rush to finish lunch before the boat moves. That relaxed timing fits the rest of the experience. You can swim first, eat later, or return for another plate rather than treating lunch as a tightly scheduled event.

The open bar and onboard mood

The open bar includes wine, beer, soft drinks, and water. Since drinks are included, the $107.23 price covers more than transportation and a swim stop. For many people, that makes the cost easier to justify, particularly if you would otherwise buy lunch and several drinks during a full day around Comino.

The bar service has been praised as attentive, and the crew has been described as professional and courteous. One particularly useful detail is that a crew member provided instructions in Spanish when needed, even though the tour is offered in English.

There are limits. The drinks list specifically names wine, beer, soft drinks, and water. If you want sugar-free drinks or noncarbonated choices such as orange juice, availability is not guaranteed. Bring your own expectations, not your own alcohol, and check directly if you have a specific beverage need.

The music gives the boat a social holiday feel. That suits people who want a fun day rather than a silent nature cruise. If you prefer peace and quiet, choose a seat away from the speakers if possible, although the available information does not promise quiet areas.

Is $107.23 good value?

At $107.23 per person, this is not the cheapest way to reach Comino. Its value depends on how much you use the package.

You are paying for roughly seven hours, return sailing from Sliema, several possible swimming and snorkeling stops, a Comino visit, a possible anchorage at St. Mary’s Tower, lunch, and an open bar. Buying those elements separately could add up quickly, especially during a long day in a popular part of Malta.

The open bar is particularly important to the calculation. If you expect to have wine, beer, soft drinks, and water throughout the day, the package may compare well with a basic boat ticket plus meals and drinks bought separately. If you do not drink alcohol and plan to eat lightly, the value is less convincing.

The group limit is 80 people. That is large enough to feel like a shared excursion, but not an enormous party boat based on the stated capacity. The best value comes if you enjoy the communal setting and make full use of the swimming time, buffet, and bar.

I would not choose this trip solely because it includes a Blue Lagoon stop. The route can change, and the boat may anchor near the lagoon rather than at its beach. I would choose it because you want a complete day on the water with meals and drinks handled for you.

Who will enjoy this catamaran day?

I think this trip suits you if you want a low-pressure day with plenty of personal choice. You can swim, snorkel, eat, listen to music, or simply sit on deck. The crew does not appear to run the day as a strict march from one activity to the next.

It is also a good fit for families and mixed-age groups. The experience is open to most people, and the informal schedule means one person can swim while another stays on the boat. The information specifically describes it as suitable for people of any age, but alcohol rules still apply.

You may want another type of boat trip if you need detailed commentary. The route and sights are not always explained in depth, so do not expect a history lecture as you sail. The trip puts the emphasis on scenery, water time, food, and atmosphere.

It may also disappoint you if you require a guaranteed Blue Lagoon beach landing, a quiet setting, or a tightly fixed schedule. The captain has discretion because of weather, and the music and group setting are part of the package.

Timing, weather, and booking advice

This experience depends on good weather. If poor conditions cause a cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted for a refund.

That 24-hour deadline matters. Since the departure is at 10:30 am, make your decision by 10:30 am on the previous day according to local time. The tour is often booked about 19 days ahead, so advance planning is sensible, especially if your Malta schedule is short.

Check the alcohol age wording before you go. The information supplied gives two different limits, one saying alcohol is for those 18 and older, another saying 17 and older. The safest choice is to confirm the current rule with Trendy Group before booking if this affects your group.

Tips are not included. The tour is offered in English, and confirmation is provided at booking. The boat is near public transportation, which makes the start point relatively straightforward to reach from nearby areas.

My verdict on the Comino Prime Catamaran Tour

I like this excursion most for its unhurried rhythm. You get several chances to swim, a decent cold buffet, drinks throughout the day, and enough freedom to make the outing your own. The catamaran provides a comfortable base, and the staff has generally been described as friendly and attentive.

The trade-offs are clear. The journey includes about three hours of sailing, the route can change, commentary may be light, and the Blue Lagoon may be viewed from an anchorage rather than visited by beach landing. Music can also be louder than some people prefer.

Book it if you want a social, all-inclusive day on the water and value convenience over a tightly controlled sightseeing route. Skip it if you want a guaranteed Blue Lagoon shore visit, extensive guiding, or the shortest possible transfer to Comino. For the right kind of day, the combination of swimming freedom, lunch, and included drinks makes the price reasonable.

FAQ

How long does the Comino Blue Lagoon catamaran tour last?

The experience lasts about seven hours. Around three hours are spent traveling between Valletta and Comino, with the remaining time used for swimming, snorkeling, anchoring, lunch, and relaxing.

Where does the catamaran depart?

The tour starts at 10:30 am from the Spirit of Malta Catamaran on Triq Ix-Xatt in Sliema, Malta.

Where does the tour finish?

The activity ends back at the same meeting point in Sliema.

Is lunch included?

Yes. The cold buffet includes turkey, smoked gammon, salami, cheddar, feta, several salads, tomatoes and onion, and bread rolls.

Are drinks included?

Yes. Wine, beer, soft drinks, and water are included in the open bar. The supplied information gives different alcohol age limits, so confirm the current rule with the provider if needed.

Will the tour definitely stop at the Blue Lagoon and St. Mary’s Tower?

No. The route depends on prevailing weather conditions. The Blue Lagoon and St. Mary’s Tower are visited or used as anchorage points when conditions permit.

Can I cancel for a refund?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund. If poor weather causes the operator to cancel, you are offered another date or a full refund.