Comino’s lagoons feel unreal in real life. This private boat charter in Malta mixes famous water spots with quieter anchor points, plus snorkeling gear and shade so your hour on the water feels easy.

What I like most is the private pace and the fact that you’re not stuck swimming elbow-to-elbow at the Blue Lagoon. You also get snorkel equipment and an ice box cooler, which turns the trip into a simple, ready-to-go swim day.

One thing to consider: the advertised price excludes €49 fuel per booking, so your total cost will be a bit higher once you add that on.

Key Highlights Worth Your Time

• Blue Lagoon swim off the boat in calmer water, away from the busiest crowd spots
• Snorkel mask and equipment included, plus the option to swim during each lagoon stop
• Canopy shade on board, which matters in Maltese sun
• Comino plus Cominotto by private boat, including areas that are only reachable this way
• Popeye Cave (L-Ghar ta’ Bla Saqaf) with sunlight effects right at the cave entrance
• P31 wreck option, with a heads-up that depth ranges from 10–18 meters

A Private Comino Boat Tour That Skips the Crowd Stress

If you’re picturing Comino as wall-to-wall boats, you’re not wrong. The area gets busy, especially around the Blue Lagoon. The smart move here is booking a private charter, so you can anchor away from the main cluster and spend your swim time in steadier, calmer water.

This is also a short tour—about 1 hour—so it’s built for efficiency. You’re not trying to “do everything slowly.” Instead, you’re hitting the big visual hits (Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon, Popeye Cave) while keeping each stop tight enough to make sense in limited daylight.

And since this is private, you should expect a bit of flexibility. The route is presented as a set itinerary, but the tour is described as customizable to your liking. That matters when you’re more interested in snorkeling, photo stops, or just cruising scenic coastlines at a comfortable pace under a canopy.

Blue Lagoon Stop: Swim Where the Color Looks Photoshop-Perfect

You start at the Blue Lagoon, the famous stretch of clear water between Comino and Cominotto (Comino and Cominotto are neighboring islands). Yes, it’s famous—and yes, it can be busy. The key difference with this private format is how you use that time.

You’ll anchor away from the crowd in a quieter patch of blue water. Then you can swim right from the boat. That “off the boat” setup is practical. It means less negotiating for space and less time messing with steps and ladders while everyone else is doing the same thing.

Snorkeling gear is included—mask and snorkel—so you’re not relying on luck to find rental gear at the last minute. The boat also has a canopy, which is a small comfort detail that makes a bigger difference than people expect. When you’re waiting for everyone to get back onboard or drying off after a swim, shade keeps you from turning your whole tour into a sunburn speedrun.

The stop is listed at about 15 minutes. That’s not long enough for a leisurely beach day, but it is a good amount of time for a swim and quick snorkeling session if you’re organized and ready to go when you arrive.

Crystal Lagoon: Another Icon, With Different Vibes Under Your Mask

Next up is Crystal Lagoon, one of the most in-demand spots on Comino. It’s described as an excellent place for snorkeling and swimming, with cliffs and dramatic scenery around it.

What I’d pay attention to here is the contrast between Blue Lagoon and Crystal Lagoon. Blue Lagoon gets the name, but Crystal Lagoon tends to be the one that feels slightly more “special” because of how it’s framed by the surrounding rock and caves in the area.

Just like Blue Lagoon, the visit is short—again about 15 minutes—so treat it as your second swim window rather than a time to dawdle. Since snorkeling equipment is provided, you can spend that time focusing on visibility and sea life instead of worrying about gear.

Also, the description connects Crystal Lagoon with the Comino Caves area. Even if you don’t spend every minute inside caves, the region itself is part of the experience: clear water, rocky edges, and that “how is the water this color?” effect that makes Comino so famous.

Comino’s Small Islands: Zigzags, Photo Moments, and Quick Looks

Between the lagoons, you’ll move around Comino’s smaller islets. The tour describes a zigzag route around these little islands, which can look like small icebergs due to their color and shape.

This part of the trip is short (about 5 minutes in the itinerary), but it’s useful because it breaks the tour up. It’s one thing to stop and swim. It’s another thing to glide past the coastline and see how the water changes from one stretch to the next.

If you care about photos, this is where you’ll likely get the best quick angles. Boats make it easier to frame the islands and the waterlines than it is from shore. It’s also the kind of moment that helps you understand Comino’s layout, so later you know what you’re looking at if you continue exploring on land.

Cominotto: The Movie-Location Island You Can Only Reach by Boat

Now for one of the best reasons to pick this private charter instead of a larger group tour: Cominotto.

Cominotto is located just off Comino, and it’s described as accessible only by private boat tour. That alone shapes the experience. You’re not searching for the right transport from shore and hoping you timed it right. You’re simply arriving by water, when the route makes sense.

There’s also a pop-culture hook: Cominotto’s beach has appeared in Hollywood movies, including Troy and Swept Away with Madonna. That doesn’t change the water color—but it can make the scenery feel extra familiar when you see it.

The itinerary includes a 5-minute stop around Cominotto. Again, it’s brief. But since you’re traveling on a private boat, short stops can work well. You get the key sight without losing the whole tour to walking and waiting.

Cominotto Reef: A Short Visit With Serious Underwater Energy

After Cominotto, you’ll head toward Cominotto Reef, described as a notably long, shallow reef at the tip of Cominotto.

This is where the tour gets more “nature” than “postcard.” The reef area is said to support marine life such as octopuses, sea urchins, parrotfish, and sea bream. The reef also affects the water color, creating striking visual bands.

Because it’s a reef and described as shallow, it tends to be the sort of place snorkelers look for. The time window is short (listed as part of the reef stop, with the overall itinerary keeping things tight), but even brief snorkeling over a reef can feel like the most interesting part because you’re seeing active sea life rather than just swimming in clear water.

If you’re hoping to spend a long time with the reef, keep your expectations aligned. This tour is about coverage in a limited time, not extended snorkeling marathons.

L-Ghar ta’ Bla Saqaf (Popeye Cave): Light Beams and Close-Up Views

Next is L-Ghar ta’ Bla Saqaf, also known as Popeye Cave. This cave is famous for how sunlight streams through it, creating a magical effect and making it one of Comino’s most photographed cave spots.

The key practical detail is that the boats are designed to access the cave closely. That matters because caves are one of those travel things that can be disappointing if you’re too far away. Here, the plan is to get you near enough to actually see the light effect rather than just photographing a distant opening.

The stop is listed at about 5 minutes. That’s enough time for a look, a couple of photos, and a quick reset before moving on.

This is the stop I’d point to for anyone who wants more than just water and snorkeling. It’s a “see it, understand it, move on” moment.

Comino’s High Cliffs and Cave Passages: For When You Want Scenery Too

Between the more stop-and-swim portions, you’ll pass along Comino’s high cliffs and a small island off the cliffs. The itinerary mentions you’ll go right between the cliffs, plus see several caves along the coastline.

This matters because it rounds out the tour. Without these scenic passages, it could feel like a straight line of swim stops. With them, you get the sense of scale—how Comino holds its drama even when you’re not stepping on land.

Since the visit is still within a short 1-hour window total, think of these passes as “watch and appreciate,” not “explore at length.”

P31 Shipwrecked Patrol Boat: Optional Swim Time for Confident Swimmers

One of the most distinctive options on the route is P31, a shipwrecked patrol boat that was scuttled just off Comino.

On fair weather days, you’ll pass over the wreck. If you prefer, you can choose to swim around the wreck instead of other locations. The wreck is described as lying at a depth of between 10 and 18 meters.

Two practical notes follow from that depth range:

• It’s not the type of underwater site for everyone. If you’re not comfortable with depth and breathing at the snorkel level, you might prefer the pass-over view.
• If you want to swim at the wreck, you’ll need to discuss it in advance so the route can be adjusted.

The tour description makes the key point: private charter flexibility is what allows options like this. In a group setup, changing the plan mid-route can be harder. Here, it’s part of how the tour is offered.

Price and Value: Private Boat Convenience Plus a Fuel Add-On

The listed price is $106.92 per group, up to 8 people, for about 1 hour. That’s a private rate, not a per-person rate. If you split it among 8, the base works out to roughly $13.37 each, before the add-ons.

One add-on is explicitly mentioned: €49 fuel excluded, paid separately per booking. So the real value depends on your group size:

• For smaller groups, you’ll feel the fuel add-on more.
• For full groups up to 8, the total per person usually stays more reasonable.

What you’re paying for isn’t just movement. It’s the ability to pick your swim moments in less crowded water, get equipment included, and have shade on the boat. That combination is why people rate this kind of charter so highly: you’re not just paying to see water—you’re paying for comfort and control.

What’s Included (and What You Should Plan Around)

Included in the tour:

• Use of snorkeling equipment (mask/snorkel setup)
• Ice box cooler

Also included:

• A mobile ticket
• Tour offered in English
• Private group only (your group participates)

Not included:

• Fuel €49 per booking

Because each stop is relatively short (15 minutes at Blue Lagoon and Crystal Lagoon, plus shorter photo/sight stops), you’ll get the most out of this tour by being ready to swim quickly when you arrive. The gear is there, and the boat canopies help you stay comfortable between swims.

Getting There and Making the Most of Your One Hour

The meeting point is Cirkewwa cafe (plus code shown on the listing), in Mellieħa, and the tour returns you back to that same meeting point.

It’s also described as near public transportation, which is a relief if you’re not driving. With a boat tour, parking can be a headache in popular areas—so being able to reach the start easily is a real practical win.

Because the itinerary is packed into about an hour, I’d think of this as a first-day Comino mission. If you want a long land-and-linger beach plan, you’ll need separate time. For a tight, high-impact water day, this format fits well.

Who This Private Charter Fits Best

This tour makes the most sense if you:

• Want a private setup rather than sharing limited swim space
• Care about snorkeling but don’t want to chase rentals
• Like the idea of seeing multiple Comino highlights in a single trip
• Prefer a boat experience with shade so you’re not baking the whole time

It may be less ideal if you:

• Want long stays on land or a long beach day
• Need a lot of time in the water at each stop (the stops are short by design)
• Are unsure about the wreck-depth option and might want extensive underwater time (that would require a different plan and more time than this itinerary allows)

Should You Book This Private Boat Tour?

I think this is a strong booking if you’re traveling with friends or family and you want to trade crowd chaos for controlled swim time. The private nature, the included snorkeling gear, and the fact that you can anchor away from the main action are the biggest wins.

If you’re traveling as just a couple, check the fuel add-on in your math before committing. Once you account for €49 fuel, the cost becomes more about whether the private comfort is worth it for your group size.

In short: if you want Comino’s famous water without spending your trip fighting for space, this private charter is built for that.

FAQ

How many people are in a group for this private boat tour?

The tour price is for a group of up to 8 people.

How long is the private boat tour around Comino?

The duration is approximately 1 hour.

What’s included in the price?

Snorkeling equipment is included, along with an ice box cooler. You also get a mobile ticket.

Is fuel included in the price?

No. Fuel is excluded and needs to be paid separately at €49.00 per booking.

Where do we meet for the tour?

The tour starts at Cirkewwa cafe (Mellieħa) and returns to the same meeting point.

What language is the tour offered in?

The tour is offered in English.

Can I snorkel on this trip?

Yes. The tour includes snorkeling equipment, and stops like Blue Lagoon and Crystal Lagoon are set up for swimming and snorkeling.

What happens if the weather is poor?

This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.