Sea Kayaking in Gozo and Comino

A sea kayak is one of the best ways to see the coast of Gozo and Comino. The limestone cliffs are cut by caves, arches and small coves, and in a kayak you can slip into places that larger boats pass by. Tours listed by the Gozo tourism office are led by trained sea kayak instructors, who choose the route to suit the day's wind and the group's experience.

The classic route starts on the south-east coast of Gozo, near Hondoq ir-Rummien, and crosses the narrow channel to Comino. Once there, paddlers follow the coast to the Blue Lagoon and the caves on the island's cliffs, with a swim and snorkel stop in a sheltered bay. If you land at the Blue Lagoon itself, check whether your guide has booked a time slot: the MTA introduced pre-booking in May 2025, free as of November 2026, for visitors arriving by boat. Other trips explore the Gozo coast around Xlendi Bay or the inlet of Mgarr ix-Xini.

Who it suits

Guided half-day trips suit beginners who are reasonably fit and comfortable in the water: ask which kayak suits you, and let the guide set the pace. Experienced paddlers can ask for longer or more exposed routes. The channel crossing is short but open to wind and boat wakes, so it should only be done with a guide or after checking the forecast carefully.

• Prefer a ride? Comino boat trips run from Malta and Gozo.
• For a calmer session in a single bay, try stand-up paddleboarding.
• Bring a mask: kayak trips pair well with snorkelling.
• Stay over with the Gozo travel guide.

Wear a rash vest and a hat, use plenty of sun cream on your knees and shoulders, and ask your guide to choose a start time suited to the wind and boat traffic.