Blue Lagoon Malta With Kids

Is It Right for Your Family?

Planning a visit to Blue Lagoon Malta with kids? There are a few things worth knowing before you book, particularly about shade, the rocky shore and how long you will spend on the boat.

We have visited by ferry and organised cruise. On one visit before the access-pass system, the waterfront was so busy that we decided not to swim. On our two summer trips with Sea Adventure, we had indoor shade, toilets and seating, facilities we would look for when choosing a trip with children.

Here we explain what to check before booking and what to expect ashore. For general information about the lagoon, see our Blue Lagoon Malta Guide.

Boy looking towards St Paul’s Islands aboard Sea Adventure.Boy and Man looking at St Paul’s Islands from Sea Adventure

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✍️ Written by Albert and Benjamin Magro, Malta locals sharing practical advice from living in and exploring the Maltese Islands.

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Is the Blue Lagoon Suitable for Your Children?

With older children who enjoy boat trips and swimming, we would consider a visit. With a baby or toddler, we would look more closely at the journey, somewhere to rest and how feeding and naps will fit into the day.

The sandy area is small. Much of the shore is rocky, so do not count on finding somewhere to spread out towels and let the children play on the sand.

Getting around with a pushchair would also be awkward on the uneven ground. If you need one, speak to the boat operator about boarding and storage before booking.

You can keep the outing simple. Enjoy the crossing and spend some time at the lagoon, without adding a long walk around Comino. If your children dislike boats or busy places, this may be a trip to leave for another holiday.

Choosing a Boat Trip With Children

We have travelled to Comino by ferry and organised cruise. For a trip with children, we would look for shade, toilets and somewhere to sit.

On our two summer trips with Sea Adventure from Buġibba/St Paul’s Bay, the boat had indoor seating, air conditioning and toilets. We could get out of the sun, which is one reason we would consider it for families.

Check the facilities on the boat you are booking. Ask whether you can return aboard during the Comino stop to use the toilets or sit in the shade. If you need to bring a pushchair, check how boarding works and where you can store it. 

Ask about any minimum age restrictions and whether the boat carries life jackets in sizes suitable for your children. Give the operator their ages when enquiring.

Look at the full day’s timings too, including the journey from your accommodation to the departure point. A short crossing may appeal, but a long wait for the return boat can still make the outing tiring.

With a cruise, you will usually return at a fixed time. If taking a ferry, check which return sailings your ticket allows before deciding how long to stay.

💡 Our advice: A shorter crossing can help, but think about comfort as well. We would favour a boat where children can sit in the shade over choosing by price alone.

Passengers and seating on the Sea Adventure cruise boat.Seating aboard Sea Adventure

Match Your Access Pass to Your Boat Trip

Your boat ticket and Blue Lagoon access pass are separate. Ask the operator whether they arrange the pass or whether you need to book it yourself.

Check when the boat reaches Comino and when it leaves again. Use those times to choose your access slot. The departure time from Malta will be earlier than your arrival at the lagoon, so take care when comparing the two bookings.

Before paying for the boat trip, make sure a suitable pass is available. Save the QR code on your phone so you can show it when you arrive.

Children under five do not need a pass when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Those aged five and over do.

For booking instructions and entry details, see our Blue Lagoon Malta Access Pass Guide.

📢 Possible Blue Lagoon Access Pass Fee in 2027

As part of Malta's Budget 2027, the Government proposed introducing a €5 fee for tourists visiting Comino.

The proposal has not yet been confirmed. For now, the Blue Lagoon access pass remains free. We'll update this guide when the authorities announce any changes.

Plan for Shade and Breaks From the Heat

On our summer boat trips, we appreciated being able to sit indoors out of the sun. With children, we would want to know where we could take a break before booking.

Some trips let you use the boat during the Comino stop. Ask the operator whether you can return whenever you need to and whether shaded seating will be available.

Keep hats and drinking water handy when you go ashore. After a swim, allow time to dry off, have a drink and rest before deciding what to do next. A walk around Comino can wait if the children are hot or tired.

An early arrival may suit your family, but it does not guarantee a quiet shore. Check your return options beforehand, especially if you think you may want to leave early. There is no need to stay until the end of your access slot.

💡 Our advice: You do not need to use every minute of your access slot. If the children are tired, heading back may be the best choice.

Swimming With Children at the Blue Lagoon

Check the conditions before getting the children ready to swim. Work out where you can enter the water and, just as importantly, how everyone will get out again. Clear water alone tells you little about currents or changes in depth.

We have enjoyed swimming at the Blue Lagoon, but on one visit before the access-pass system, it was too crowded for us, and we stayed out. Decide when you arrive, rather than feeling you have to swim because you made the journey.

Keep young children within arm’s reach in the water, even when they use flotation aids. Stay within the designated swimming area and follow signs and instructions from lifeguards or officials.

Water shoes can help on rough ground, but take care on wet rocks as they can still be slippery. If you plan to swim from the boat, ask the crew about entry and the ladder back aboard. Check whether your children can manage both.

💡 Our advice: Avoid promising the children a swim before you arrive. You can still enjoy the boat trip and the views if the conditions are unsuitable.

Swimmers and boats beside Comino’s rocky shoreline.Rocky shoreline and swimming on Comino

Toilets, Food and Changing

There are public toilets at the Blue Lagoon. Bring tissues and hand sanitiser, and keep nappies and wipes somewhere easy to reach.

Food stalls sell meals, snacks and drinks in season. We would still pack water and something the children like to eat, especially if they have dietary requirements. That also saves having to look for food as soon as you arrive.

For changing, bring a mat for a baby or a towel poncho for older children. If you hope to change aboard the boat, ask the operator what space is available rather than assume there is a changing room.

Keep a small bag for wet clothes and another for rubbish or used nappies. Take anything you cannot dispose of properly back with you.

💡 Our advice: Keep nappies, wipes, snacks and spare clothes together in an easily reached bag. It saves unpacking everything whenever someone needs something.

🎒 What to Pack for the Children

Pack so you can carry your bags and still help the children on and off the boat. Along with food, water and changing supplies, we would bring:

  • Sunscreen, sun hats and swimming tops that cover the shoulders.
  • Swimwear, towels and a dry change of clothes for each child.
  • Water shoes, plus comfortable footwear if you intend to walk.
  • Any properly fitted flotation equipment your children use.
  • Any medication they need.
  • A waterproof pouch for your phone and booking details.

Keep a towel and spare clothes near the top of the bag for the journey back. Leave bulky beach toys behind if they will make boarding and walking awkward.

💡 Our advice: Leave bulky beach toys at your accommodation. Take what your children will actually use and leave yourself a free hand to help them.

Blue Lagoon With Kids: Frequently Asked Questions

Can you take a pushchair to the Blue Lagoon?

Check with your boat operator first. Even if they can carry it, a pushchair will be awkward on the rocky, uneven ground ashore. Ask where you can store it aboard and whether you will need to fold it for boarding.

Do children need a Blue Lagoon access pass?

Children under five can visit without a pass when accompanied by a parent or guardian. From age five, they need a pass to spend time in the managed Blue Lagoon area.

See our Blue Lagoon Malta Access Pass Guide for booking instructions. Boat tickets are separate, so check child fares with your operator.

Is there an easier beach option for toddlers?

We would choose Mellieħa Bay for a beach day with toddlers. There is sand to play on and the water deepens gradually. You can also head back to your accommodation whenever you need to, without waiting for a return boat. Check conditions before going into the sea.

Would We Visit With Children?

Yes, with a boat and a plan that suit the children. We would keep the day simple: enjoy the crossing, have a look around and swim if conditions are suitable.

With a baby or toddler, we would be more cautious about committing to a long excursion. Shade, feeding and somewhere to rest would come first.

The Blue Lagoon is worth seeing, but there is no need to squeeze in a swim, a walk and every sightseeing stop. Choose the parts your family will enjoy and leave the rest.

Planning Your Trip to the Blue Lagoon

Travelling independently? Our Comino Ferry Guide explains departure points from Malta and Gozo. If you prefer an organised excursion, compare the options in our Comino Boat Trips Guide.

For more about the island beyond the lagoon, including walks and other bays, see our Comino Island Guide.


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Albert and Benjamin Magro, local Malta travel writers

We are Albert and Benjamin Magro, two Malta locals who enjoy exploring the island and sharing practical advice with visitors. Our guides combine local knowledge with first-hand visits to Malta's towns, beaches, attractions and accommodation areas. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Facebook for more Malta tips, photos and videos.

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