Cruise to Halfa Rock, Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon and Caves
Overview
Departing from Marfa Bay, enjoy a 3.5-hour scenic cruise exploring Comino Island’s breathtaking beauty. Choose a morning cruise for a relaxing start to your day or an evening cruise to witness a stunning sunset when Comino is less crowded.
Sail past the striking Elephant Head rock formation and Santa Maria Bay, visiting the fascinating Santa Maria Caves. Your first destination is Ħalfa Rock, a secluded islet near Gozo, followed by the famous Blue Lagoon, known for its crystal-clear turquoise waters and vibrant marine life. Finally, visit the stunning Crystal Lagoon, a paradise for snorkeling and diving, surrounded by dramatic cliffs and mesmerizing sea caves.
Relax on board, soak in the breathtaking views, and make unforgettable memories as you explore one of the Mediterranean’s most stunning destinations.
What's Included
- Sightseeing scenic cruise
- Swim stop at Ħalfa Rock
- Swim stop at the Blue Lagoon
- Assistance by our crew and staff
- Pick-up and drop-off transfers from designated meeting points (only if you select the option)
- Swim stop at the Crystal Lagoon
- Visit to Santa Maria Caves
- Food and drinks
- Tips (optional)
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the option “10:30AM (Including Transport)”.
The time shown on the website or on your ticket is the departure time of the cruise and not the time when you will be picked up from your hotel (or closest meeting point). At least a few days before the date of your activity, you need to make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pick-up location and pick-up time. Your pick-up time can be any time between 9:15 AM and 10:20 AM (for the morning cruise) and any time between 4:15 PM and 5:20 PM (for the evening cruise). The pickup time depends on where you are staying.If your pick-up location is a hotel, please wait outside near the main entrance. Do not wait in the lobby or inside the hotel. When the guide or driver arrives, they will have a list of names and will ask those waiting outside for identification. They will not enter the hotel to look for guests.Transportation will not wait for late arrivals.
For the option “10:30AM (Without Transport)”.
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Mellieħa, Malta
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free
Marfa Jetty (pass by)
Comino (pass by)
Elephant Head Rock (pass by)
Santa Maria Bay (pass by)
Santa Maria Caves
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ħalfa Rock
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Blue Lagoon
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Crystal Lagoon
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travellers with mobility impairments.
- Not recommended for travellers who are prone to sea sickness.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- If you have booked the option, which includes transportation, please note that the time shown on the website or on your ticket is the departure time of the cruise and not the time when you will be picked up from your hotel (or closest meeting point). At least a few days before the date of your activity, you need to make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pickup location (meeting point) and pickup time.
- If you have booked the option that includes transportation, please confirm your pick-up location (meeting point) and time by email a few days before your activity. Be sure to include your booking reference number in the email.
- The boat departs from Marfa Jetty (opposite the Riviera Spa Resort). When you arrive at this location, you need to look for one of the boats shown in the confirmation email you will receive from the provider.
- All swim stops are done directly from the boat while the vessel is anchored; no disembarkation or land visits take place at any point during the cruise.
- The provider reserves the right to use any boat from its fleet, depending on the number of participants taking part in the trip.
- The provider reserves the right to alter the itinerary or change any of the stops depending on prevailing weather conditions, health and safety concerns, or other unforeseen operational circumstances.
- If the trip is cancelled due to inclement weather conditions, adverse sea conditions, or strong winds, you will be offered to reschedule your activity on a different date; if you cannot reschedule, you will be given a full refund.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Cruise to Halfa Rock, Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon and Caves?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-6089P80
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Sightseeing scenic cruise.
- Swim stop at Ħalfa Rock.
- Swim stop at the Blue Lagoon.
- Assistance by our crew and staff.
- Pick-up and drop-off transfers from designated meeting points (only if you select the option).
- Swim stop at the Crystal Lagoon.
- Visit to Santa Maria Caves.
- Food and drinks.
- Tips (optional).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Cruise to Halfa Rock, Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon and Caves is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travellers with mobility impairments.
- Not recommended for travellers who are prone to sea sickness.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cruise to Halfa Rock, Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon and Caves will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Sightseeing scenic cruise
- Swim stop at Ħalfa Rock
- Swim stop at the Blue Lagoon
- Assistance by our crew and staff
- Pick-up and drop-off transfers from designated meeting points (only if you select the option)
- Swim stop at the Crystal Lagoon
- Visit to Santa Maria Caves
- Food and drinks
- Tips (optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travellers with mobility impairments.
- Not recommended for travellers who are prone to sea sickness.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- If you have booked the option, which includes transportation, please note that the time shown on the website or on your ticket is the departure time of the cruise and not the time when you will be picked up from your hotel (or closest meeting point). At least a few days before the date of your activity, you need to make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pickup location (meeting point) and pickup time.
- If you have booked the option that includes transportation, please confirm your pick-up location (meeting point) and time by email a few days before your activity. Be sure to include your booking reference number in the email.
- The boat departs from Marfa Jetty (opposite the Riviera Spa Resort). When you arrive at this location, you need to look for one of the boats shown in the confirmation email you will receive from the provider.
- All swim stops are done directly from the boat while the vessel is anchored; no disembarkation or land visits take place at any point during the cruise.
- The provider reserves the right to use any boat from its fleet, depending on the number of participants taking part in the trip.
- The provider reserves the right to alter the itinerary or change any of the stops depending on prevailing weather conditions, health and safety concerns, or other unforeseen operational circumstances.
- If the trip is cancelled due to inclement weather conditions, adverse sea conditions, or strong winds, you will be offered to reschedule your activity on a different date; if you cannot reschedule, you will be given a full refund.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
