Comino Islands Private Boat Tour Ebsons Ferry

Comino rewards a boat, not a timetable. This private Ebsons tour gives your group about two hours around Malta’s most famous small island, with time to swim at the Blue Lagoon, snorkel at Crystal Lagoon, and see caves and coastal landmarks from the water. I like the private format, which means you are not sharing the boat with a large crowd, and I like the chance to ask the skipper for a quieter swimming spot.

The boat comes with bottled water, a cooler with ice, Bluetooth speakers, snorkeling equipment on request, and a stand-up paddle board on request. The main catch is the price structure: the advertised cost is $216.29 per group of up to 10, but a €75 fuel surcharge applies to each booking, so you should calculate the full cost before paying.

The strongest part of this outing is the crew. Mario and Brendon are praised for being friendly, careful, and flexible, while the boat is repeatedly described as clean and well kept. The two-hour limit is useful for a short Malta visit, but it also means you will need to keep moving if you want to swim, snorkel, and see every landmark.

Key points before you reserve

• Private boat for up to 10 people: Your party has the boat to itself, with room to shape the outing around swimming, snorkeling, caves, or a sunset ride.
• Two main swim stops: Blue Lagoon gets 45 minutes, followed by 45 minutes at Crystal Lagoon.
• Skipper-led local flexibility: Mario is praised for finding quieter places and taking families to less familiar caves and coastal spots.
• Equipment included on request: Snorkeling gear and a SUP board are available if requested in advance.
• Extra costs matter: Add the €75 fuel surcharge, and allow €10 per person if you want traditional Maltese platters.
• Weather affects departure: Poor weather can lead to a new date or a full refund.

Why a private Comino boat makes sense

Comino is small, but its best sights are spread along a rugged coast. A private boat lets you see several highlights without waiting for a public ferry schedule or staying at one crowded swimming area all day.

I especially like this setup for families and small groups of friends. You can use the Bluetooth speakers, keep drinks cold in the cooler, and ask for a pace that suits your party. A family with young swimmers may want more time in shallow Blue Lagoon water, while confident snorkelers may prefer Crystal Lagoon’s deeper water.

The private format also gives the skipper room to respond to the day. Mario is praised for taking people toward quieter parts of the Blue Lagoon and for showing families caves they had not encountered on earlier charters. That kind of flexibility is the real reason to choose a private boat instead of simply buying a seat on a larger vessel.

There is a trade-off. Two hours passes quickly. The listed plan gives 45 minutes at Blue Lagoon and 45 minutes at Crystal Lagoon, leaving only about 30 minutes for the boat ride, caves, and viewpoints. If your goal is a slow day at sea with long swims, this tour may feel short.

Blue Lagoon: beautiful, shallow, and busy

Blue Lagoon is Comino’s headline stop for good reason. The water is shallow, clear, and turquoise, making it the easiest place on this route for a relaxed swim.

You get about 45 minutes here. That is enough to cool off, take in the famous color, and spend some time in the water, but it is not a full beach day. The skipper may help you find a better position away from the thickest crowds, a detail that matters because the lagoon’s fame can work against its peace and quiet.

I would use this stop for swimming first. If you want photographs, take them early, then get into the water. The shallow area suits less confident swimmers, though you should still follow the crew’s guidance and use the supplied equipment if needed.

The boat itself is important here. Instead of searching for a patch of land beside the lagoon, you return to your own vessel between activities. That gives you a cooler, shade or seating on the boat, and a place to leave your belongings, though the supplied information does not specify the boat’s exact seating or shade arrangement.

Crystal Lagoon brings better snorkeling

Crystal Lagoon offers a different mood. Its water is deeper, and the surrounding cliffs give it a more enclosed, dramatic feel. This is the stronger stop for snorkeling, especially if you want to look below the surface rather than simply stand or float in shallow water.

The planned visit lasts another 45 minutes. Ask for snorkeling equipment when you book, rather than assuming it will appear automatically. The same applies to the SUP board. Both are listed as available on request, so advance notice is the sensible move.

Crystal Lagoon is also described as quieter than Blue Lagoon. That does not promise solitude, but it gives you a better chance of enjoying the water without the same level of activity. I would save the snorkeling gear for this stop and use the Blue Lagoon time for a more casual swim.

Because the water is deeper, this stop may suit confident swimmers best. The tour is open to most people, but no specific swimming instruction or lifeguard service is listed. If anyone in your group is uneasy in deeper water, tell the skipper before entering.

Santa Maria Caves and Comino’s coast

The Santa Maria Caves receive about five minutes, which tells you what to expect: this is a scenic boat visit, not a long cave exploration on foot.

The caves were carved by the sea into Comino’s coast. Their best feature is the view from the water, where the boat can approach the openings and show you the shape of the shoreline. You may have time for photographs, but not an extended stop.

The short cave visit works well as part of a moving coastal tour. It breaks up the swimming and lets you see a side of Comino that is easy to miss if you only visit the Blue Lagoon. If caves are your main reason for booking, though, two hours may not be enough for the relaxed pace you want.

The route also includes a rock formation shaped like an elephant dipping its trunk into the sea. It is a quick sighting rather than a scheduled long stop, but it gives the ride a memorable visual marker. Keep your phone ready as the boat passes.

Another coastal highlight is a 17th-century watchtower on Comino’s cliffs. You view it from the boat, with the tower perched above the shore. It adds a touch of old Malta to a trip otherwise focused on swimming and scenery.

Crew service is a major part of the value

The people running the boat shape this experience as much as the water does. Mario is repeatedly praised for his professional manner, clean boat, and willingness to adapt the outing to each group. Brendon and his son are also described as accommodating and helpful.

That personal service matters on a private trip. You are not simply following a fixed route with a microphone announcement. You can explain your needs, ask for a calmer place to swim, or request more attention to caves and coastal sights.

The feedback also points to a well-maintained boat. Cleanliness and good condition are mentioned several times, which is reassuring when you are spending the day with family or marking a birthday. The skipper’s politeness and boating skill receive equal praise.

A sunset outing is possible based on the experience offered, and one group found the evening especially comfortable and memorable. The tour details do not promise a specific sunset departure time, so confirm the timing before booking if sunset is your main goal.

What is included, and what costs extra

The listed price is $216.29 for a group of up to 10 people. That can be good value if you fill the boat. Split among 10 people, the base price works out to about $21.63 each before the fuel charge and any food.

The €75 fuel surcharge applies per booking, not per person. That changes the calculation for smaller groups. Two people will feel the extra cost much more sharply than eight or ten, so compare the final total with other private options before you commit.

Included items are:

• Bottled water
• Cooler and ice
• Bluetooth speakers
• Snorkeling gear upon request
• Stand-up paddle board upon request

Traditional Maltese platters are not part of the standard price unless requested. They cost €10 per person. If you want food aboard, arrange it ahead of time rather than expecting it to be ready automatically.

The equipment and cooler make the package more useful, but the two-hour duration limits how much you can use everything. A SUP board may be fun at a calm stop, while snorkeling gear is most useful at Crystal Lagoon.

Who will enjoy this tour most

I would choose this trip for a group that values privacy and personal service over the lowest possible fare. It suits families, couples traveling with friends, and birthday groups that want control over the pace.

It is also a good match for people who have already seen Malta’s main sights and want a short sea outing. The mix of famous water, quieter snorkeling, caves, a rock formation, and a watchtower gives you more variety than a simple transfer to the Blue Lagoon.

Swimmers and snorkelers will get the most from it. The shallow Blue Lagoon is friendly for a relaxed dip, while deeper Crystal Lagoon offers more interest for people comfortable in open water.

You may want another option if you need a full-day cruise, a long cave visit, extensive food service, or a fixed low price with no surcharge. The trip is compact and focused. Its strength is not length. It is the private access and the skipper’s ability to adjust the route.

Practical planning for your two hours

Request snorkeling equipment and the SUP board during booking. Do not wait until you are on the boat, since both are specifically offered upon request.

Ask for the final price in advance, including the €75 fuel surcharge and any platter order. For a full group, the base rate can be attractive. For a small party, the surcharge becomes a larger share of the total.

Wear swim-friendly clothing and keep a phone or camera ready for the elephant-shaped rock and the watchtower. The cave stop lasts only five minutes, so you will not want to search through a bag while the boat is moving.

Plan around the weather. This activity requires good conditions. If poor weather causes cancellation, you can receive a different date or a full refund. If you cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded, and late changes are not accepted.

Confirmation is normally issued at booking. If you book within 12 hours of departure, confirmation comes as soon as possible and depends on availability. Service animals are allowed, and the meeting area is near public transportation.

Should you book Ebsons Comino Private Boat Tours?

Book it if you want a clean private boat, friendly skippers, and a short, well-targeted route around Comino. The combination of Blue Lagoon swimming, Crystal Lagoon snorkeling, Santa Maria Caves, the elephant-shaped rock, and the watchtower gives you a good sample of the island’s coast.

I would be especially comfortable recommending it to a group of six to ten people, since the fixed fuel surcharge becomes easier to share. Request gear ahead of time, confirm the full cost, and tell Mario or the assigned skipper what matters most to your group.

Skip it if you want a long, unhurried day or if your small party is focused only on the cheapest way to reach Blue Lagoon. For everyone else, the private format and flexible crew service make this a strong two-hour taste of Comino.

FAQ

How long is the Comino private boat tour?

The tour lasts approximately two hours.

How many people can join the private boat?

The price covers one private group of up to 10 people.

How much does the tour cost?

The listed price is $216.29 per group of up to 10 people. A €75 fuel surcharge applies to each booking.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Snorkeling equipment is available upon request.

Is a stand-up paddle board available?

Yes. A SUP board is available upon request.

How long do you stop at the Blue Lagoon?

The planned stop at Blue Lagoon lasts about 45 minutes.

How long do you stop at Crystal Lagoon?

The planned stop at Crystal Lagoon lasts about 45 minutes.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

You can choose a different date or receive a full refund if poor weather causes cancellation.