The 21 euro Bugibba cruise: cheapest full day at the Blue Lagoon
The budget pick of our nine tracked tours, and the gap is not in the itinerary: a full-day island-hopping cruise from Bugibba Jetty on a traditional boat, past Mellieha Bay to the Blue Lagoon, with the Crystal Lagoon caves and St Mary's Caves on the route, weather permitting. At 21 euro it undercuts every other full-day boat we monitor while keeping the guided commentary and an onboard toilet.
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What makes this special
Cheapest almost never means best, so it is worth spelling out what survives the price cut: the full-day duration, the guided island-hopping route with commentary in English, the cave visits and the swim stops all stay. What you give up against the 30 euro catamaran is deck space, and against the classic loop, the Gozo crossing.
The boat itself is the character piece: a traditional vessel rather than a modern catamaran, which suits the route. You cruise past Mellieha Bay with panoramic views the big boats take further offshore.
What to expect on the day
Departure is from Bugibba Jetty, in the middle of the St Paul's Bay hotel strip. The route hugs the coast towards Mellieha Bay and then crosses to Comino. First stop is the Blue Lagoon: swim, snorkel (gear rentable), jump from the boat or watch the colour of the water do its thing from the deck.
The day continues around Comino's coast to the Crystal Lagoon caves and St Mary's Caves, both weather dependent, before the return leg to Bugibba. Food and drinks are sold on board; the toilet matters more than you think on a full-day boat, and this one has it.
Landing on Comino itself requires the government e-ticket arranged online in advance; swimming from the boat does not.
Who should book it
Budget travellers, obviously, but also families staying around St Paul's Bay and Bugibba who can walk to the jetty. The calm, shallow lagoon stop works well with children, and at 21 euro a family of four saves real money against the premium boats without losing the day's structure.
Less ideal if deck comfort is your priority: the traditional boat fills up in peak season and shade is limited. The catamaran is the comfort upgrade.
Prices and what is included
The 21 euro fare includes the full-day cruise from Bugibba Jetty, the guided route in English, the Blue Lagoon stop with swimming, and the cave visits when weather allows. Not included: food and drinks (sold on board), snorkel rental, and the government entry ticket if you choose to go ashore on Comino.
Rate checked 2026-07-13; the live calendar below has today's price.
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Malta: Comino Blue Lagoon Boat Tour, Sea Caves & Swim Stops
From Bugibba Jetty · Full day · €21
Best time to go
June and September for the ideal sea-to-crowds ratio. In July and August this boat's price makes it popular, so book a day or two ahead and aim for early departures. October often still works: the sea holds its warmth longer than the air does.
Getting to the departure point
Bugibba Jetty (open in Google Maps) sits on the promenade of St Paul's Bay, walkable from the entire resort area and served by direct buses from Sliema and Valletta. Your booking confirmation names the exact berth; in season, arriving fifteen minutes early is enough.
Insider tips
Bring your own snorkel to dodge the rental cost, and cash for the bar. Shade is the scarce resource on a traditional boat, so a hat and reef-safe sunscreen are not optional in summer. If you want beach time ashore rather than boat swimming, download the Comino e-ticket the night before.
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Dates, times and today's price for this exact tour:
Prices checked 2026-07-13; may vary and are confirmed live at checkout.
How it compares
Against the 30 euro catamaran from the same jetty: nine euro buys you a bigger, more stable deck, shaded seating and a waterslide; the route is nearly identical. Against the 24 euro classic loop: three euro adds the Gozo harbour leg. This boat wins strictly on price, which is precisely its job.
Malta: Blue Lagoon, Gozo, Comino & Crystal Lagoon Sea Caves
The classic full-day loop: Blue Lagoon swim stop plus Gozo's coast, the Crystal Lagoon and the sea caves in one ticket. The best first-timer pick on this list.
from €24
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Comino: Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon, and Seacaves Tour
A stable, spacious catamaran with proper deck space for sunbathing. Full-day route to the Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon and the Santa Maria Caves.
from €30
Check availabilityFrequently asked questions
Is this really the cheapest Blue Lagoon boat trip?
Of the nine tours we actively track, yes: 21 euro for a full day as of 2026-07-13. Short ferry crossings cost less but include no route, commentary or cave stops.
What does weather permitting mean for the caves?
The Crystal Lagoon caves and St Mary's Caves sit on exposed stretches of coast, so the captain skips them in rough sea. The Blue Lagoon stop itself is sheltered and almost never cancelled.
Is there food on the Bugibba cruise?
Food and drinks are sold on board; nothing is included in the 21 euro fare. Bringing your own water and snacks is fine and what most budget-minded passengers do.
Is the boat suitable for kids?
Yes. The lagoon stop is shallow and sheltered, and the boat has a toilet, which parents of small children will appreciate on a full-day trip. Shade is limited, so pack accordingly.
Do I need to book the Comino entry ticket separately?
Only if you plan to step ashore on the island. It is a government e-ticket you download online in advance. Swimming and snorkelling from the boat require nothing.