Malta Explorers Blog
Practical guides for water sports, boat trips and the south coast of Malta — prices, rules and local tips.
26 July 2026
How to Get to Comino & the Blue Lagoon in 2026
Ferry times, the mandatory entry QR, prices and what to bring — everything you need to plan a Blue Lagoon day trip from St Julian's, Malta.
26 July 2026
Fiat 500 Boat Malta: Prices, Rules & How It Works
Malta's most unique boat needs no licence: 2026 prices from €55, the age-21 driver rule, fuel policy and the three ways to experience it.
26 July 2026
Jet Ski in Malta Without a Licence: 2026 Prices & Rules
No licence needed to ride a jet ski in Malta: 130HP from €25, 170HP from €30, the Blue Grotto safari at €275, age rules and how sharing works.
26 July 2026
St Thomas Bay & Marsaskala: Water Activities Guide 2026
Kayaks from €8, SUP from €10, self-drive boats from €120 and dolphin trips — every water activity you can book at St Thomas Bay, Marsaskala.
26 July 2026
Blue Grotto Malta: How to Visit the Sea Caves in 2026
Malta's most famous sea caves on the wild south coast — how to visit the Blue Grotto by jet ski safari or boat trip, and what makes it special.
26 July 2026
Comino Blue Lagoon Pass 2026: The Entry QR Explained
Comino now requires a government entry pass (QR code). What it is, where to get it, and why no boat operator can sell it to you — explained simply.
26 July 2026
Water Sports Prices in Malta 2026: The Complete List
Every 2026 price in one place: jet skis from €25, the Fiat 500 boat from €55, boats from €120, kayaks from €8, Comino €30 — no hidden extras.
26 July 2026
Boat Rental in Malta With No Licence: What You Can Drive
You can rent and drive a real boat in Malta without any licence: the Hydra 530 from €120, the Fiat 500 boat from €55 — rules, ages and how it works.
26 July 2026
Blue Grotto vs Blue Lagoon: Malta's Two Blues Explained
They sound alike but are 20km apart: the Blue Grotto is sea caves on the south coast, the Blue Lagoon is Comino's swimming bay. Which to pick and how.