From St. Julian’s: Comino and Blue Lagoon Trip by Speedboat

Fast boats, clearer water, and limited patience. This St Julian’s to Comino trip uses a fast speedboat to reach the Blue Lagoon in about 45 minutes, then gives you your own pace to wander Comino and swim. The only real catch is that the lagoon gets crowded, so the calmest moments are a timing game.

On the way out, you cruise along Malta’s eastern coast, passing St Paul’s Islands, and on the way back you may get to see the Comino Sea caves before heading home. Starting May 2025, you also need a government access pass to step ashore at the Blue Lagoon, or you’ll be sent to Santa Marija Bay instead.

I like that the price is straightforward: speedboat both ways, fuel, and an experienced skipper. It is not a guided tour, so you are mostly on your own once you land, which is great if you like freedom.

Key highlights that matter (and why)

• 45-minute high-speed run from St Julian’s, saving you time compared with slower options
• Free time on Comino Island and the Blue Lagoon, so you can choose swimming or walking
• Comino Sea caves on the return (weather permitting), great for photos from the water
• Government access pass required for Blue Lagoon from May 2025, plan ahead
• Practical extras like lockers and deck chairs may be available on-site, but you’ll still pay locally
• Real speed, real waves sometimes, so motion sickness prevention is not optional for many people

Speedboat to Comino: the shortcut you actually feel

The whole point of this outing is speed. You leave from St Julian’s and reach Comino fast, with the high-speed ride described as about 45 minutes. In plain terms, it means you spend less of your half-day stuck traveling and more time in the water.

The route is also part of the fun. You cruise along Malta’s eastern coast and pass St Paul’s Islands, so you are not just bouncing straight across. Even if you are mostly there for the Blue Lagoon, the views from the boat help the time feel like it flies.

If you are sensitive to motion, keep that in mind. This is a speedboat, and the provider specifically lists motion-sickness risk as a reason the trip is not suitable for some people. Bring your motion sickness prevention, even if you think you are fine.

Meeting at St Julian’s: find the jetty behind Verdi St George’s Bay

Meet at the jetty behind the Verdi St George’s Bay Marina Hotel (formerly Marina Hotel Corinthia Beach Resort). The address is given as 8, Ix-Xatt Ta’ San Ġorġ, St Julian’s.

When you arrive, there is a black iron gate near the entrance to the hotel’s underground parking lot. Go through the gate, down the ramp, turn left, and then follow the yellow line painted on the ground to the jetty area where the boats and jet skis are parked.

I like meeting points that have clear physical cues like a gate, a ramp, and a yellow line. It lowers stress when you are already thinking about swimsuits and sunshine.

Also note: there is no hotel pickup. You will want to build in time to reach the marina on your own.

Comino Island on your schedule: walking, swimming, and simple freedom

Once you land on Comino, you get free time. This is not a guided tour with a lecture and a march-itinerary. You choose what your day looks like, which is exactly what makes Comino work as a trip.

You can:

• sunbathe and swim in the lagoon area
• snorkel if you want to look at the marine life in the clear water
• stroll the countryside of Comino, depending on what you feel like doing that day

The listing describes turquoise, crystal-clear water, a white sandy base, and rich marine life. That combination is why Comino is so famous, but here is the practical part: you want to be ready to jump in fast once you arrive.

Your time is also long enough to do more than one thing. People often talk about taking a walk around the island to break up the beach time. If you get bored lying still, Comino’s small size makes it easier to move at your own pace than on bigger islands.

The tradeoff is crowds. The Blue Lagoon can be packed, especially in peak seasons. Your best move is to treat it like a stop you can work with, not a quiet spa.

Blue Lagoon access pass: the May 2025 rule you must follow

This is the one detail that can make or break your day.

Following a Malta government directive effective May 2025, you must obtain an access pass in advance to step ashore at the Blue Lagoon. Passes are handled through blcomino.com, and allocation is limited each day.

Here is what that means for you: if you do not have the pass, you will not be allowed to disembark at the Blue Lagoon. Instead, you will be taken to Comino’s Santa Marija Bay.

So, plan like this:

• Get the access pass early, before your trip date
• Screenshot or keep the confirmation you receive
• Arrive ready to show you are authorized to enter the Blue Lagoon area

This is also why booking the speedboat is smart even with the pass requirement. If you have your documents lined up, you get the quick transfer plus the most iconic swim spot on Comino.

Comino Sea caves on the return: a photo stop that depends on weather

On the way back, weather permitting, the speedboat can visit the Comino Sea caves. Think of this as your bonus moment.

It is not promised in every condition, because the provider adds weather-dependent language. But when it happens, it gives you that classic Comino feeling where the island looks sculpted by the sea.

Even without going ashore, you get views from the boat. That matters because the caves can be tricky to enjoy as a foot passenger, while a boat pass gives you a different perspective.

If you care about photography, this is a good time to have your phone or camera ready, and to be positioned where you can actually see rather than crowding at the back.

Price and value: what you get for about $53

At $53 per person for a trip ranging from about 2.5 to 4.5 hours, this is priced for the experience of speed plus key Comino highlights. The value is in what is included.

Included:

• speedboat from St Julian’s to Comino
• free time at Comino and the Blue Lagoon
• speedboat back to St Julian’s
• Comino Sea caves visit on the return journey (weather permitting)
• experienced skipper
• all fuel costs

Not included:

• the government access pass for Blue Lagoon
• food and drinks
• hotel pickup and drop-off
• tour guide

In real-world terms, the likely extras are:

• the Blue Lagoon access pass (required if you want the Blue Lagoon stop)
• meals and drinks once you are on Comino
• optional comforts like deck chairs, lockers, or other activities you might see on-site

One review detail that is useful: card payment often works at many on-site vendors, including deck-chair rentals. That makes budgeting easier if you do not want to carry cash all day.

Also, because this trip is not guided, you are not paying for narration or a walking escort. You pay for transport, access to the main sites, and free time. If you prefer doing things your own way, that is a good match.

Comfort on a speedboat: what to bring so the day stays fun

Bring the basics, because Comino is all about sun and water.

What to bring:

• comfortable shoes (you may do some walking on uneven ground)
• sunglasses and sun hat
• swimwear and a towel
• sunscreen
• motion sickness prevention

The provider also specifically calls out motion sickness and lists people prone to seasickness as not suitable. Even if you never get sick on boats, a faster ride can change the equation.

If you want to reduce stress, pack like you are going to step straight from the boat into the water. If you wait until you are hot and sunburned to find sunscreen, you’ll regret it.

Other practical reality: luggage or large bags are not allowed, so travel light. Plan to keep essentials small and easy.

Who this works for, and who should skip it

This trip is best for you if you:

• want maximum Comino time with minimal travel time
• like swimming and want the Blue Lagoon experience
• are comfortable doing things independently once you land
• enjoy boat views and do not mind speedboat rides

It may not be the right fit if you:

• have heart problems, back problems, or mobility impairments (the trip is listed as not suitable)
• use a wheelchair (also listed as not suitable)
• are pregnant
• are traveling with children under 3
• are prone to seasickness or motion sickness

So if you are traveling with someone who gets sick easily, be honest about it. The trip is built around speed and waves, not slow, smooth cruising.

Final call: should you book this Speedboat to Comino and Blue Lagoon?

Yes, I think you should book it if your top goal is to get to Comino quickly and spend your time in the water. The included speedboat, fuel, skipper, and free time make it a practical half-day option, especially if you like flexibility once you arrive.

Book it with extra attention if:

• you are going in peak season and want the best chance of enjoying the lagoon without feeling trapped in the crowd
• you do not already have the Blue Lagoon access pass, because May 2025 changes make that step non-negotiable

Skip it if:

• speedboat rides make you sick, or you have mobility or health limits listed by the provider
• you were hoping for a fully guided experience, because this one is intentionally not a guided tour

If you can plan the access pass ahead and you are comfortable with a fast ride, this is a solid way to do Comino without losing half your day on travel.