Spirit of Malta
Catamaran Cruises to Comino · Dolphin Court, Tigne Seafront, Sliema SLM3012, Malta
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Spirit of Malta runs full day catamaran cruises from Sliema Ferries to the bays of Malta and Comino, including a stop at the Blue Lagoon when the weather allows. A buffet lunch and open bar are included in the day. Send your enquiry through the VisitMalta.co.uk form on this page and we will pass it to the team.
Spirit of Malta is a large catamaran built for cruising, and it offers one of the easiest ways to see the northern coast and the island of Comino in a single day. It leaves from the seafront at Sliema, so it suits visitors staying in Sliema, St Julian's, Gżira and Valletta who want a day on the water without driving or hiring a boat themselves. The business sits among the tour operators in Malta on VisitMalta.co.uk, and the day is aimed at adults who want swimming, food, drink and music rather than a quiet guided tour.
The day on board
Boarding at Sliema Ferries opens at 10:00 and the catamaran sets off at 10:30. There is no fixed programme: the crew sail according to the prevailing weather, choosing the most scenic bays around Malta and Comino. You can expect several swimming and snorkelling stops, and a visit to the famous Blue Lagoon on Comino when conditions permit. Towels and goggles are available as extras on board.
A buffet lunch is served during one of the swimming stops. After lunch the mood lifts, with music and dancing to current hits, and the day is pitched as a relaxed, sociable party at sea. Toilet facilities are on board. The boat is back in Sliema at about 17:30, which leaves time to freshen up before dinner. Optional speedboat rides to the caves of Comino are also organised, and you can ask about them when you enquire.
If you are planning a wider itinerary, our guide to things to do in Malta shows how a boat day fits around sightseeing, and the best beaches in Malta page covers places to swim when you are not at sea.
What is included and what costs extra
The day includes an open bar with wine, beer, water and soft drinks, plus a morning snack. Lunch is a cold buffet of cold cuts, cheeses, salads and seasonal fruit. Champagne and spirits are on a cash bar, and towels and goggles can be hired or bought on board. The website does not print a ticket price, so ask for current fares and availability through the enquiry form.
The sunset cruise is a second option alongside the Comino day. Its details are not set out in full on the business's pages, so ask about timings and what is included when you write in. Other local boat trips are listed from the same category, such as Adventure Cruises Malta and Amazing Boat Trips Malta, if you want to compare.
Who the day suits
This is a social, active day. Guests swim from the boat, snorkel in the clear water, sunbathe on the deck and join in when the music starts after lunch, and it is a cruise with a difference rather than a formal sightseeing tour. It works well for friends travelling together, birthday and hen or stag groups, and couples who like company on holiday.
Because the programme follows the wind and sea, two trips are rarely identical. That flexibility is part of the appeal, and it means you should arrive relaxed rather than expecting a timetable of landmarks. Bring swimwear, sun protection and a change of clothes, and note that towels and goggles can be bought or hired on board if you forget them.
Planning your trip from the UK
The sailing season follows the weather, so check the Malta weather guide before choosing a date, and remember that the route changes with sea conditions. Most day trips sell out, so book early, particularly in summer. If your chosen date is full there is a waiting list.
Sliema is an easy base for the departure point, and our hotels in Sliema page helps you choose where to stay nearby. For wider trip planning, see our Malta holidays overview and the Valletta guide, since the cruise passes the capital's bastions on the way out. The catamaran is not recommended for pregnant women, people with severe neck, back, arm or hand injuries, physically challenged guests, or children under 17, so check this carefully before booking a group.
Once you have a date in mind, use the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page and we will pass your message to Spirit of Malta.
Questions about Spirit of Malta
Where does the Spirit of Malta catamaran leave from?
The catamaran departs from Sliema Ferries, close to the Bouverie bus stop and opposite the Black Sheep. Boarding opens at 10:00 and the boat leaves at 10:30, so allow time to find the meeting point.
What time does the cruise return?
The Comino day cruise returns to Sliema at about 17:30. The programme is not fixed and depends on the weather, so timings at each stop can vary, but the return time is the same.
What is included in the day?
The day includes a morning snack, a cold buffet lunch of cold cuts, cheeses, salads and seasonal fruit, and an open bar with wine, beer, water and soft drinks. Champagne, spirits, towels and goggles are extras.
Will we visit the Blue Lagoon on Comino?
The route includes swimming and snorkelling stops in different bays and a visit to the Blue Lagoon on Comino, weather permitting. The crew choose the bays according to sea conditions on the day.
Who is the cruise not recommended for?
It is not recommended for pregnant women, physically challenged guests, people with severe neck, back, arm or hand injuries, or children under 17 years. Check this before booking a family or mixed group.
How do I book or ask about prices?
Ticket prices are not printed on the website, so send your dates and group size through the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page. We will pass your message to the Spirit of Malta team, and most days sell out early.
Practical information
Spirit of Malta is based at Dolphin Court, Tigné Seafront, Sliema SLM3012. The catamaran leaves from Sliema Ferries, close to the Bouverie bus stop and opposite the Black Sheep. Boarding opens at 10:00, the boat departs at 10:30 and returns to Sliema at about 17:30. Most day trips sell out, so book ahead during your holiday. To ask about dates, the sunset cruise or group travel, use the enquiry form on this page and VisitMalta.co.uk will pass your message to the team.
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The details on this page were correct on 25 October 2026, as published on the Spirit of Malta website. Services, prices and hours can change, so please confirm when you enquire.