Malta · BOAT TOURS IN VALLETTA
The 15 best boat tours in Valletta you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
A small-group Gozo UTV day with hotel pickup, ferry tickets, lunch, swim stop, and a return boat ride via Blue Lagoon and Comino Caves.
“We had a great time! Our guide Kiko was fabulous. He was very knowledgeable and flexible. The jeeps were new and very nice. Didn’t love the lunch.”
Ride Gozo by quad bike with a pro guide, stop for swims and lunch, then cruise back to Malta through the Blue Lagoon and Comino Caves.
“This is a no brainer trip. Ronny our guide kept the tour interesting and the right amount of time was given for each stop for either photos or refreshments. Great way to see a whole lot of Gozo”
Cruise Comino’s Blue Lagoon with 4.5 hours in clear water, snorkel options, and an extra Crystal Lagoon photo stop from Malta.
“The staff was super kind and friendly! Super good vibes on the boat ! We recommend it !”
Gozo by buggy with a 3-course lunch and a powerboat ride to the Comino Caves and Blue Lagoon. 6 hours, small-group pace.
“Loved this day trip! Perfect way to see Gozo - we got to experience the local food, take the boat to blue grotto, and swim in the beach. It was amazing. Dave and Mark were awesome.”
Fast catamaran to Gozo plus a hop-on hop-off open-top bus. See Victoria and Dwejra Bay, with a smart day plan.
“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…”
Valletta’s 1-day hop-on hop-off buses plus a Grand Harbour catamaran cruise shows Valletta and the Three Cities by road and sea.
“Bus is filthy. No air conditioning and drivers did not know where we needed to get off to go on harbor cruise. Audio system does not work in many of the seats. We never got to go on harbor cruise. Worst hop on hop off bus we have ever been on.”
Three Cities walk plus a traditional dghajsa harbor cruise from Valletta, with hotel pickup and Senglea lookout views in 4 hours.
“Confusion over meeting point (given multiple changes) so had to contact provider. Large group (40) limited motorbility of some slowed the group. Motorised boat trip was an 'add on' with an uncommunicative boatman. Information no provided regarding end of tour arrangements. Met up with other groups where chaotic allocation was made for minibuses to various hotels. Had we been told this whilst down in cin the harbour we wouldn't have climbed up to the buses, we came back down to walk back to Birgu rather than wait for a disorganised lift.”
See Malta’s Three Cities from Valletta on a guided half-day with a Frejgatina boat trip, walking tours, and hotel transfers.
“Our tour met and exceeded expectations The stops were at Galatina, Otranto, Leuca, and Gallipoli. Our guide Stefano had decent command of English and was a caring and creative guide for us over the course of our day long journey. We began our trip with the Basilica of Santa Catarina d’Allessandria in Galatina, and that is where the creativity came in. On our arrival, there was a special Mass going on for local police forces, and while Stefano tried to talk our group in, the police outside would not hear of it. So with consent of the group, we agreed to return at the end of the day (even though…”
Jeep through Gozo’s rugged spots, then boat to Comino’s Blue Lagoon and caves, with pickup, ferry crossings, and a light lunch.
“Had a great time with them. Very big group getting on and off the ferry so might seem a bit chaotic at the start, but once we got to our assigned guide and vehicle, all was great. Good for someone short on time, sufficient time at each stop (except when we were a little late for lunch!), although I would love to have more time in Victoria. Overall, would recommend!”
A guided Mdina and Valletta shore excursion with certified English guides, comfortable transport, and standout views from Barrakka Gardens.
“Tour guide was knowledgeable. this tour was not as advertised. we did not get a walking k tour of any of the sites (ie. Cathedrals, garden, etc.) Walked by them, but did not get to go in!”
Take a 1.5-hour night cruise from Sliema, sailing around Marsamxett and the Grand Harbour near Valletta. BYO drinks, English guide.
“The boat ride was lovely because there were only 10 of us on board as opposed to the usual 50+. The tour however was read to us however by the vost drivers phone (AI/Computer). When It was run by Supreme tours, the boat driver was the guide and much more informative. For £17 however, its a great 1.5 hours to sit, have a few drinks, take pictures and juat relax. I would recommend it, yes.”
7.5-hour Fernandes Turkish gulet cruise from Sliema to Comino’s Blue Lagoon and Gozo bays, with lunch, open bar, snacks, pickup.
“Viel gesehen. Nur schade, dass man auf Gozo nicht an Land gegangen ist.”
Malta’s Three Cities and Grand Harbour tour: Birgu walk, dghajsa boat ride, Senglea 360° views, plus Knights of St. John history.
“An amazing experience and very well organised. Tour guides in multiple languages and Julie was super sweet. Pick up and drop off organised with pickup being spot on time. Thanks!”
3-hour Valletta harbor cruise with a guide and roundtrip transfers, sailing Marsamxett and Grand Harbors, then time in Sliema.
“Die Fahrt mit dem Schiff ist echt toll, allerdings gab es danach keine Tour... sondern lediglich 45 Minuten Freizeit... Das sollte bestimmt nicht so sein und wird mit GetYourGuide geklärt.”
Take a traditional luzzu boat from Valletta or Sliema to Esplora, with ticket included and Grand Harbour views on both ways.
“This was a fantastic value for money and the full experience was incredible. We sailed from Sliema directly to Esplora, were escorted to the premises. The museum offers plenty of interactive activities which can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike. We especially loved the show in planetarium and the history tour. Absolutely recommened!”
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