Set in the idyllic Mediterranean Sea, surrounded by azure colored water, the island of Comino away from everything is another paradise that we have found after we discovered the Balos Lagoon a couple of years back.
Comino is the smallest inhabited island in the Maltese Archipelago with an area of only 3.5 square kilometers and a population of only four residents. In Comino, there's no traffic, no hustle, no bustle; only unspoilt nature, the sound of the wind and the smell of the sea. The island's tranquillity and isolation, making it an ideal place to escape everyday life.
Today, Comino island is a bird sanctuary and nature preserve, also a little piece of heaven for the day-trippers who love swimming, snorkeling, walking and diving.
Make the best of your day trip with our top picks of things to do in the beautiful island of Comino.
1. Swim @ Blue Lagoon
Comino island is renowned for its Blue Lagoon, a stunning seawater swimming pool with crystal clear blue water and beautiful white shore, which is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful spots in Malta. Location: Click here for Map
2. Snorkeling @ Crystal Lagoon
Besides Blue Lagoon, the less well known Crystal Lagoon with brilliant emerald green water is equally beautiful. Crystal Lagoon is the best place to do snorkeling as it is blessed with rich marine life and crystal clear water. Location: Click here for Map
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| Crystal Lagoon with brilliant emerald green water and rich marine life |
3. Go for a Scenic Hike
Before you dive into the irresistible crystal clear blue water, I strongly recommend you to hike around the island and discover the beauties of this little gem. The scenic routes offer some breathtaking views of the sea with unique limestone cliffs. Take it leisurely, walking from one end to another is less than an hour.
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| Scenic Hikc around Comino Island |
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| Comino Landscape with St Mary Tower |
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| Unique Flora and Fauna in Comino |
4. Visit St. Mary's Tower
The St. Mary's Tower is a historic watchtower with commanding ocean views. The watchtower is also the most prominent landmark of Comino, and you can easily spot it from both Malta and Gozo, as well as from a ferry when you are travelling from one island to another. Location: Click here for Map
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| St Mary Tower at Sunset |
5. Sunbathing by the Crystal Clear Blue Water
Regardless of location, whether you are on the rock or the beach, as long as you could find a good spot by the crystal clear blue water, you should laid-back and start your therapy of sunbathing.
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| Sunbathing by the Turquoise Water |
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| Sun Beds waiting for Sun Seekers |
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| Sunbathing with a breathtaking view |
6. Venture the island of Cominotto
Cominotto is an uninhabited island situated right opposite Comino across the Blue Lagoon. The island has a tiny little beach, which shares the same crystal clear blue water with Comino. The distance between the two islands are so near that you can easily swim over. Location: Click here for Map
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| Cominotto Island |
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| Blue Lagoon with Cominotto Backdrop |
7. Cliff Jumping @ Crystal Lagoon
Good news for the thrill-seekers, there are quite a number of cliff jumping spots in Comino and the cliffs around the Crystal Lagoon is one of the best spots to fulfill your YOLO moment. Location: Click here for Map
8. A Sip of Blue Lagoon @ Blue Lagoon
Not asking you to drink the blue water from the Blue Lagoon, but to order a pineapple of Blue Lagoon cocktail from the food kiosk at the Blue Lagoon. The small beach offers facilities such as sun beds and umbrellas, where you can unwind and slowly sip the popular summer cocktail.
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| Blue Lagoon Cocktails serves in Pineapple |
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| Small Beach with facilities and food kiosks |
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| Summer Cocktails with Blue Lagoon Backdrop |
Comino Island is situated in between Malta and Gozo and can easily be reached by ferry from both ferry terminal in Malta (Cirkewwa) and Gozo (Mgarr); and the journey takes around 30 minutes. The cost for a 2-Way ticket is 10EUR and you can purchase the ticket at the harbour from Comino Ferries Co-Op Ltd. It would be the best if you can take the first ferry at 9:00am, you will find Comino still almost deserted at that hour and you just have to enjoy the serenity moment while it lasts.
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| The Harbour at the Comino Island |
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| Comino Ferry Service |
No trip to Malta is complete without visiting the island of Comino. It doesn't matter whether it's summer or winter, do spend at least half a day or even better if you have one full day to immerse yourself in this little piece of paradise on earth.
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| A Swim in the Crystal Clear Blue Water, truly a Paradise |
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Location: Click Here for Map
Year Visited: 2018 May
Written By: Q.J.
Photography By: Q.J & K.K.