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Blue Lagoon
ℹ️Practical info — Blue Lagoon
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- Arrive before 9 AM or after 3 PM to avoid the massive crowds and day-trip boats.
- The rocky shore has limited space for lounging; consider renting a sunbed and umbrella early.
- Bring water shoes, as the seabed can be rocky in places and sea urchins might be present near the edges.
- There is no shade on Comino island around the lagoon, so bring plenty of high-SPF sunscreen and a hat.
- Take the small ferry or speedboats from Cirkewwa (Malta) or Mgarr (Gozo) for a scenic and affordable transfer.
🍽 Food
Served fresh in hollowed-out pineapples at the food kiosks near the main landing area.
Grab a traditional flatbread sandwich filled with tuna and capers from the snack stands.
Excellent for a refreshing and hydrating snack under the hot sun, available at beachside vendors.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Small stalls near the dock selling towels, hats, and basic beach accessories.
Occasionally, vendors sell handmade Gozitan lace or trinkets near the ferry departure points in Mgarr or Cirkewwa.
Swim across the lagoon to the smaller island for a slightly quieter beach experience.
Take a short hike away from the main lagoon towards Santa Marija Tower for peaceful sea views.
Water temperature…
The Blue Lagoon is Malta's most iconic natural wonder, a dazzling stretch of turquoise water situated between the main island of Comino and the islet of Cominotto. The water is so intensely blue and clear that boats often appear to be floating in mid-air above the white sandy seabed. It is the premier spot in the Mediterranean for swimming, snorkeling, and soaking in a scenery that rivals the Caribbean. Because of its immense popularity, the lagoon is a hub of activity during the day, with cruise boats from Sliema, Bugibba, and Cirkewwa docking nearby. Visitors can lounge on the smooth limestone rocks or take a dip in the shallow, warm waters. Food stalls on the shore provide snacks and the famous pineapple cocktails. For a bit of adventure, visitors can swim across the narrow channel to Cominotto to explore its small beach and sea caves. To avoid the largest crowds, arriving on the first morning boat or visiting during late spring or early autumn is highly recommended. The area is a protected marine site, ensuring that the water quality remains pristine. Whether you visit for a few hours or a whole day, the spirited colors and refreshing sea of the Blue Lagoon provide an unforgettable highlight of any trip to the Maltese islands.
- Location: Malta
- Nearby: Nadur (4 km)
- Population: ~2.868
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is May–Jul.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 15 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 19 | 23 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 23 | 20 | 16 |
| Rain mm | 74 | 65 | 51 | 33 | 17 | 11 | 4 | 10 | 63 | 82 | 95 | 82 |
Geography
Facts
- Crystal-clear turquoise water
- White sandy seabed
- Between Comino & Cominotto
- Premier snorkeling spot
- Rocky coastal surroundings
- Accessible by boat only
- Famous pineapple cocktails
- Most photographed site in Malta
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