Fisher’s Trek: Cominotto Island, Prime Fishing Spots & Gozo

Three hours can hold a lot of Malta. Fisher’s Trek gives you a private boat for up to six people, with fishing, swimming, snorkeling, caves, beaches, and the bright waters around Comino, Gozo, and Malta all on the table. I like the freedom to shape the trip around your group, and I like that the boat includes a canopy, sun deck, cooler, WiFi, Bluetooth speaker, and snorkeling gear.

The strongest part may be the skipper. Joe and Mario have earned praise for clear communication, local knowledge, patience, and family-friendly service. The catch is that the advertised $171 price does not include the professional skipper, listed at €78, fuel at €78, fishing gear, food, or drinks. You need to budget carefully before calling this a bargain.

Key points to know before you book

• Private boat for up to six: The rate is for the whole boat, not for each person, so a full group gets much better value.
• Fishing is central: You can request offshore or inshore fishing around Malta, Gozo, and Comino, with handline fishing available in at least some outings.
• Comino offers the best scenery: Expect coves, caves, beaches, snorkeling water, and a stop at or near the Blue Lagoon, subject to sea conditions.
• The route is flexible: Your skipper can change the course, timing, and stopping places because of weather, tides, shallow water, or other safety concerns.
• Mario and Joe are important to the experience: Joe helped one group see the island and catch a fish, while Mario took families around Comino and its bays.
• Pack for sun and water: Bring swimwear, a towel, sunglasses, sunscreen, and cash. Arrive 30 minutes early.

What Fisher’s Trek is really offering

This is not a fixed sightseeing cruise where you sit in one place and watch the coast slide by. It is a short, private charter that mixes fishing with a flexible boat trip around Malta, Gozo, and Comino.

That distinction matters. You are paying for time on the water and for the ability to shape the outing. If your group wants to fish first and swim later, you can request that. If the sea makes one stop unpleasant or unsafe, the skipper can alter the plan.

The boat has seating, a sun deck, a canopy for shade, a cooler with ice, and a Bluetooth speaker. WiFi is also included. Snorkeling equipment consists of a mask and snorkel, which is useful if you want to keep the packing list short.

I would think of the experience as a private coastal outing with a fishing focus, not as a guaranteed catch. One person caught something while using a handline on the way back. Another group hoped for tuna and caught none, but still enjoyed swimming. That is the honest shape of this trip: the sea decides how much fishing success you get.

Starting from Mgarr or Cirkewwa

You can meet the boat in Gozo or Malta. From Gozo, the departure area is at Mgarr Harbour, near Sicilia Bella Restaurant in the terminal. From Malta, the meeting point is at Cirkewwa, close to the Cirkewwa Kiosk in the Gozo Channel Terminal.

The two meeting points make this easier to fit into a wider Malta plan. If you are staying in Gozo, Mgarr is the obvious choice. If you are based on Malta or already heading toward the Gozo ferry terminal, Cirkewwa may be more practical.

The directions are described as clear, but I would still arrive 30 minutes early. Boat departures do not wait for late arrivals, and a late start does not extend your three-hour charter. That rule is especially important if you are allowing time for traffic or other delays.

Pickup is included at the designated departure points, but the information does not promise hotel pickup. Plan to reach Mgarr or Cirkewwa on your own unless your booking confirmation says otherwise.

The first hour: getting out toward Comino

Once underway, your skipper can begin with the part of the coast that best matches your priorities. Fishing groups may head toward selected offshore or inshore spots. Families or mixed groups may prefer a scenic run toward Comino, followed by time for swimming and snorkeling.

You can ask about fishing along Malta, Gozo, or Comino. Offshore fishing gives you the chance to choose among Malta’s established fishing grounds, while inshore fishing keeps the outing closer to the coast. The skipper provides guidance and assistance, so first-time anglers are not left to guess what to do.

The fishing equipment itself is not included. That is an easy cost to miss when comparing the price. The charter also excludes a fishing cooler, so ask ahead about what you need to bring and what the operator can provide.

Handline fishing may be the most approachable option for a casual group. It gives children and beginners something simple to try without turning the whole outing into a technical fishing expedition. One birthday group found the skipper patient and able to take them to good fishing spots, which suggests that the crew can adjust the pace for a mixed-age group.

Still, you should set your expectations sensibly. The boat can put you in good fishing areas, but no charter can promise tuna or any other specific catch. If catching a fish is your only reason for booking, this may feel risky. If fishing is one part of a sea day that also includes swimming and sightseeing, the uncertainty is easier to accept.

Comino’s caves, bays, and clear water

Comino is the visual center of the outing. Its coast brings together small bays, caves, beaches, and clear water that works well for swimming and snorkeling.

The boat lets you see Comino from the sea rather than treating the island as a single beach stop. That gives you a broader sense of its shoreline, with time to pause at places the skipper considers suitable. The route is not fixed, so the exact coves and caves depend on conditions and your group’s wishes.

The waters around Comino are also described as full of marine life. You may get a chance to observe fish while snorkeling, and you can combine that with fishing if the skipper finds an appropriate spot. The snorkeling gear is included, though you need to bring your own towel and swimwear.

I like this flexibility more than a crowded, rigid boat itinerary. You can use your three hours for what your group actually enjoys. A pair of keen anglers may want more time with lines in the water. A family with young children may prefer a shorter fishing session and more gentle swimming time.

The tradeoff is that flexibility means less certainty. You are not guaranteed a particular cave, beach, or fishing location. The skipper can change the itinerary because of wind, sea conditions, tides, shallow water, or other legitimate safety concerns.

The Blue Lagoon without a fixed crowd schedule

The Blue Lagoon is part of the charter’s focus, and lagoon permits are included. That is useful because you do not have to arrange a separate permission for this part of the route.

The water is the main attraction here. A private boat gives your group a more personal way to enjoy the area than joining a large scheduled cruise, especially if you want a quick swim or a quiet pause. The canopy provides shade when you need a break from Malta’s strong sun, while the sun deck gives you a place to sit in the open air.

Do not assume that the boat can always stop exactly where or when you want. The skipper has final say over the route and timing. Sea conditions, tides, and shallow water can affect access, and the operator may adjust the departure time to suit safer or better conditions.

For me, the Blue Lagoon works best as one piece of the trip rather than the whole point. If you want a long, stationary beach day, three hours may feel short. If you want to combine the lagoon with fishing, caves, bays, and another swim, the length is more useful.

What the skipper adds to the day

The captain can make or break a short private charter. With only three hours, you do not have much time to lose to confusion or poor planning.

Joe received especially strong praise for communication before the trip and for showing one group around the island. That kind of advance contact matters because meeting points at ferry terminals can be busy and easy to misunderstand. Clear directions help you arrive calm and ready to go.

Mario, also called Captain Mario, was praised for taking groups around Comino and its bays. He was patient with a birthday group, enjoyable to chat with for another passenger, and helpful with a family that included two young boys. One family also reported that the children did not get seasick, though you should not treat that as a guarantee for every child or every day.

The guides speak English and Maltese. The information does not promise other languages, so contact the provider if your group needs help in another language.

A good skipper also knows when to change plans. That may mean giving up a particular stop, moving the route, or postponing the charter. It can be disappointing, but on a small boat, the person at the helm needs the final word when weather and sea conditions change.

Comfort aboard the private boat

The included equipment is practical rather than luxurious. You get comfortable seating areas, a sun deck, a canopy for shade, an ice cooler, safety equipment, and port and marina fees. Taxes are included too.

The canopy is more important than it sounds. Malta’s summer sun can be intense, and three hours on open water can leave you overheated before you notice it. I would use the shade regularly, even if your first instinct is to stay on the sun deck.

The Bluetooth speaker and WiFi are pleasant extras for a private group. They let you add music or stay connected, though you may find the coast itself more interesting than your phone once the boat reaches Comino.

Food and drinks are not included. Party food, party beverages, barbecue food, barbecue drinks, and the barbecue itself all cost extra or require your own arrangements. Pack accordingly, and ask what is allowed before bringing a full picnic. At minimum, you should plan your own refreshments for the three-hour outing.

Bring cash as requested, along with sunglasses, sunscreen, swimwear, and a towel. The list is short, but skipping sunscreen or water can make a sunny boat trip uncomfortable fast.

The real cost: $171 plus add-ons

At $171 per group of up to six, the base price can be attractive. A full group would divide the charter into a relatively modest per-person amount, while a couple would be paying much more per person for the same private boat.

The important phrase is base price. The professional skipper is listed separately at €78, and fuel consumption is also listed at €78. Fishing equipment and a fishing cooler are not included, along with food, drinks, and barbecue supplies.

Because the pricing information lists the skipper and fuel as separate charges, I would confirm the final total before booking. Ask whether both €78 charges apply to your charter and whether any fishing equipment is available to rent. That single check will prevent an unpleasant surprise.

The value is strongest for six people who want privacy and flexibility. You are not simply paying for a seat on a boat. You are paying for a private route, a skipper who can adapt the outing, and the ability to combine several activities without arranging separate excursions.

The value is weaker if your group is small, your budget is tight, or you only want a guaranteed fishing result. In that case, the extra charges can change the calculation quickly.

Who will enjoy this most

I would recommend Fisher’s Trek to a private group that cannot agree on just one activity. It suits people who want to fish for part of the trip, swim or snorkel for part, and see Comino from the water without joining a large group.

Families may also appreciate the private format. The outings with young boys and a birthday group suggest that the skipper can keep things relaxed and patient. A private boat also means your group can discuss a change of plan without worrying about a full boatload of strangers.

First-time anglers can take part because the skipper offers guidance. You do not need to arrive as an expert, but you do need to understand that fishing equipment is not included and that the catch is never certain.

This is less suitable if you want a long, slow beach stop, a full barbecue lunch, or a dedicated big-game fishing trip with all equipment supplied. The three-hour format is compact, and the experience is built around variety.

Weather, timing, and the sensible safety rules

The skipper can cancel, postpone, change, or modify the charter because of weather and sea conditions. The same applies to the route, stopping points, and departure or disembarkation locations if tides, shallows, or other conditions require a change.

That policy may sound strict, but it is normal and sensible for a small boat. The sea around Malta and Comino can determine what is comfortable and safe on a given day. You should book with some flexibility rather than treating every listed stop as guaranteed.

The skipper may also adjust your chosen time to provide better conditions or accommodate the group. If your schedule is packed with ferry connections, airport plans, or another paid activity, leave room for a change.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and you can reserve now and pay later. Those terms make it easier to hold a place while your Malta plans settle, but they do not remove the need to arrive on time.

Should you book Fisher’s Trek?

Book it if you want a private and adaptable sea outing where fishing, Comino scenery, snorkeling, and swimming share the same three hours. It is especially good for groups of four to six, families, and first-time anglers who value a patient skipper more than a guaranteed catch.

Before booking, calculate the full price with the €78 skipper charge, €78 fuel charge, fishing equipment, and refreshments. If that total still suits your budget, this is a strong way to see Comino from the water and let a local captain shape the day around your group.

Skip it if you need an all-inclusive fishing package, a guaranteed tuna catch, or a long beach stay. The best reason to choose Fisher’s Trek is not certainty. It is the chance to make a short private charter fit your own idea of a good day at sea.

FAQ

How long is Fisher’s Trek?

The private boat charter lasts three hours. Starting times depend on availability.

How many people can join the private boat?

The price applies to one private boat for a group of up to six people.

Where does the boat depart?

You can depart from Mgarr in Gozo, near Sicilia Bella Restaurant at the Mgarr Harbour Terminal, or from Cirkewwa in Malta, near the Cirkewwa Kiosk in the Gozo Channel Terminal.

Is a professional skipper included in the price?

The professional skipper is listed separately at €78. Confirm the final booking total before you pay.

Is fuel included?

Fuel consumption is listed separately at €78. Ask the provider to confirm how this charge applies to your charter.

Is fishing equipment provided?

Fishing equipment and a fishing cooler are not included. Snorkeling equipment, consisting of a mask and snorkel, is included.

Can I swim or snorkel during the charter?

Yes. The trip can include swim breaks if desired, and it focuses on snorkeling and swimming around places such as Comino and the Blue Lagoon. The skipper may alter stops because of sea conditions.

What should I bring?

Bring sunglasses, swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and cash. Food and drinks are not included.

Can I cancel the booking?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Reserve now and pay later is also available.

Which languages does the guide speak?

The live tour guide service is available in English and Maltese.