The 8 Best Catamaran Cruises in Malta

1.Malta: Blue Lagoon, Beaches & Bays Trip by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,496 reviews · from $62Our pick

Spend six hours aboard a modern sailing catamaran from Sirens Quay in St Paul’s Bay. Swim at the Blue Lagoon, visit one or two other bays when conditions allow, listen to music, and buy drinks or an optional barbecue onboard. This is a lively adults-and-teens boat day, not a quiet sightseeing cruise.

“The activity was amazing and so were the crew on the boat…. I’m not sure if I have his name spell correctly but Neil was the BEST you definitely need him on every TRIP ! He made sure everyone was well looked after !! He’s no1 🥳🥳”

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2.Blue Lagoon, Beaches and Bays Catamaran Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,269 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $66

Spend about six hours aboard the Sea Breeze catamaran from Bugibba, stopping at the Blue Lagoon and other Maltese bays for swimming and snorkeling. You get sunbeds, lounging nets, restrooms, a bar, and some equipment onboard. The route changes with sea conditions, and the optional BBQ costs €15 with a drink.

“Be mindful that the boat doesn’t allow shows and once the floor is wet from beach goers you’d wish you had flip flops. Bathrooms are clean. Avoid the offered BBQ at all cost, for $15 euros you get two bland chicken kebabs, unflavored couscous , pasta salad and garden salad. The Blue Lagoon has many of food stands with amazing looking dishes for more cost effective appealing options. No towels available to rent so bring one. Once at blue lagoon walk down to the sand beach access point to safely access the lagoon.”

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3.Comino: Blue Lagoon Catamaran Cruise with Lunch and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 934 reviews · 7 hours · from $105

You’ll sail from Sliema at 10:30am aboard the Spirit of Malta, a large catamaran with sunbeds, toilets, a buffet lunch, and an open bar serving beer, wine, water, and soft drinks. The route changes with the weather, but includes swimming stops near Comino and time at the Blue Lagoon before a lively musical ride back to Sliema.

“100% the best Trip you can book! It was SO worth the money, we couldnt even believe haha. There have been like 30 people or something so it was very chill, the music was amazing - nice to chill and on the way back it was party time but if you wanted to chill youcoule juststay on the top and enjoy the sund on all the sunbeds. they were so cozy. there were toilets, a shower, pool noodles to swim. the good was amazing, the crew also offered honey- and qatermelon afterwards. drinks are included, you get a reusable cup. both stops have been amazing and you also get thechance…”

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4.Full-Day Catamaran Cruise with Lunch in Island of Malta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 580 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $156Top rated

Spend about six and a half hours aboard Tip Top One, cruising from Sliema past Comino, Gozo, St. Paul’s Island, and possibly Valletta’s Grand Harbour. Expect a Maltese snack, chicken and pork lunch, open drinks, two swim stops, shaded tables, bean bags, restrooms, and a maximum of 44 passengers. The route changes with the weather.

“The trip was really relaxing and the crew were really attentive. We were able to stop in areas that were not overly crowded so we could enjoy the beautiful scenery. The boat did not feel too crowded there was the right amount of people.”

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5.St. Paul’s Bay: Half-Day Scenic Catamaran Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 157 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $59

Sail from Fekruna Jetty on a half-day catamaran limited to 20 people. You’ll see Santa Maria Caves, swim at Blue Lagoon and Crystal Lagoon, and use shared SUP boards and snorkel masks. Drinks include water, soft drinks, beer, and wine. Crew members such as Dustin and Fernando are known for attentive service.

“Great and unforgettable time in Malta, with the ship, the crew and the excursion. Catering was great with snacks and drinks and the crew were attentive and helpful, taking pictures and videos , proactively attentive and helping with the water and swimming activities. We could play our music and making trip trip unforgettable. Thank you very much ! We aim to book this again next year.”

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6.From Valetta: Catamaran Tour with Hop-On, Hop-Off Gozo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 132 reviews · 1 day · from $35Best value

Take a 45-minute Gozo Highspeed catamaran from Valletta Grand Harbour to Mgarr, then ride the green open-top hop-on, hop-off bus around Gozo. You will see coastal views, Victoria, Dwejra Bay, villages, beaches, and historic sites. Your return is set for 20:45, though earlier ferries may be available.

“Likes: quick catamaran trip getting there. Could be improved: - allowing the passengers to choose return time, we were automatically booked for 8.45 pm return and although we queued for an earlier return the availability was not there, even of we had a booking we queued with the people that did not have any tickets. The queue was awful, the organization was not there, there were fights between other passengers… please book your own boat trip - the hop on hop off was not great. It is limited in hours so if you want to return to some attractions there are limited times you can get back to it. There…”

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7.Malta: Blue Lagoon Evening Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 90 reviews · from $62

Join an adults-only evening catamaran from Bugibba with an English-speaking crew, swimming stops, music, and time at the Blue Lagoon. You may also visit Crystal Lagoon or Anchor Bay, depending on sea conditions. Bring a towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, and cash for drinks and the optional halal chicken BBQ.

“An incredible experience. A wonderful way to spend an evening with unbelievable views crystal Clearwaters and amazing coves. Do not hesitate to book this, you will absolutely love it. If I had to make one recommendation, it would be that the boat update their music to something a little bit more modern and relevant, otherwise it was very enjoyable. I would do it again in a heartbeat.”

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8.Evening Catamaran Ferry Cruise To The Blue Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 75 reviews · 5 hours · from $41

Board a modern catamaran at Sliema Ferries at 4:30 PM for a five-hour evening trip to Comino’s Blue Lagoon. You get about two hours for swimming, snorkeling, or exploring, then return beneath the night sky. This is an unguided cruise with air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, toilets, and an English-speaking crew.

“Lagon surpeuplé, musique à fond sur les différents bateaux du lagon, personnel pas sympa… si vous avez plus de 18 ans passez votre chemin ! C’est beau mais vraiment impossible de passer un moment agréable dans ce piège à touristes.”

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