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Blue Lagoon Ferry Point (Comino)
The Blue Lagoon Ferry Point on Comino is the primary disembarkation zone for visitors seeking the turquoise waters located between Comino and the islet of Cominotto. Comino, the smallest inhabited island in the Maltese archipelago, served as a notorious hideout for pirates and smugglers during the Middle Ages. Today, the landing point is serviced daily by a constant flow of ferries departing from Cirkewwa in Malta and Mgarr in Gozo. The Blue Lagoon is famous for its white sandy floor, which grants the water its iconic crystalline color, making it a premier spot for snorkeling. Overlooking the ferry point is St. Mary’s Tower, erected in 1618 by the Knights of St. John to monitor the channel. Comino is currently a designated bird sanctuary and remains almost entirely car-free, making it a haven for hikers and nature enthusiasts. The ferry points consist of basic concrete jetties optimized for high-frequency passenger traffic during the peak summer season.
- Location: Malta
- Top sights: Blue Lagoon · Blue Lagoon Tunnel Dive Site · P31 - Patrol Boat
- Nearby: Nadur (4 km)
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 |
📋 Practical info
Geography
Facts
- Comino covers a total land area of just 3.5 square kilometers.
- St. Mary’s Tower was completed by the Knights in 1618.
- The island has a permanent population of only 2 to 3 residents.
- The ferry trip from Malta or Gozo takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
- Comino is a designated NATURA 2000 conservation site.
- In peak summer, thousands of visitors arrive at this ferry point daily.
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Sights in the town Blue Lagoon Ferry Point (Comino) (10)
P31 - Patrol Boat
Decommissioned patrol boat of the Maltese armed forces.
Ħondoq ir-Rummien
Beach with salt pans and caves, popular for snorkelling and diving.
Saint Mary's Gun Battery
Fortified gun emplacement on Comino.
Immaculate Conception Chapel
Chapel in Malta.
Saint Anthony's Battery
Gun battery built 1731-1732 to guard the channel between Gozo and Comino.
Bajja ta' Gorgun
Bay on Comino, quiet beach section.
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Frequently asked questions
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