Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon in Mellieha, Malta
Mellieha, Malta

Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon

Outty Ranking 57 4.1 · 67 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $86
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Outty Ranking

57/100

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Traveler rating

4.1/5

Based on 67 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon worth booking?

Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon is a 8-hour experience in Mellieha, Malta, from $86 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 67 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
57 / 100
Rating
4.1/5 (67)
Duration
8 hours
From
$86 per person

3 Bay Stops. One in a selected Bay in Malta One in a selected Bay in Gozo And main stop in Comino Blue Lagoon Soft drinks, water and juice free all day,Cold Buffet Menu including beer and wine is also included in the price.

What you get

    About this experience

    3 Bay Stops. One in a selected Bay in Malta One in a selected Bay in Gozo And main stop in Comino Blue Lagoon Soft drinks, water and juice free all day,Cold Buffet Menu including beer and wine is also included in the price.

    What's included

    Included

    • Beer and Wine available only during lunch
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Open Bar (soft Drinks, water, tea & coffee)
    • Buffet Lunch

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Comino

      Cruise in style and comfort on our beautiful Turkish Gulet. We depart from Sliema Ferries at 0930hrs as we sail for a full day cruise on the North Eastern Coast close to shoreline catching glimpse of various villages and attractions that dot the coastline. Among are St. Julians Bay, St. Paul’s Island and Mellieha. Our first stop is Comino Island and the Blue Lagoon, berth ‘stern to’ and spend time at leisure for swimming, sunbathing, and snorkelling. In the meantime, our cruise continues for another swim stop at St.Pauls Islands. In the afternoon we proceed to another bay in Malta. Arriving back to Sliema Ferries at 1730hrs.

      120 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Mellieha

    Opposite Jesus of Nazareth Church, Tigné Seafront, Tas-Sliema, Malta

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 90 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    Opposite Jesus of Nazareth Church, Tigné Seafront, Tas-Sliema, Malta

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 30 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Hera Cruises Limited

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • We need your complete phone number with COUNTRY CODE, because this is very important please.
    • Important Notice: 01.05.2025 DAILY OPERATIONS STOPPING AT THE BLUE LAGOON - COMINO - Following a new directive issued by the Government of Malta, effective May 2025, all visitors wishing to disembark ashore at the Blue Lagoon must obtain an access pass in advance. Passes can be acquired through the official government website blcomino.com. The daily pass allocation is limited. For this cruise, please ensure you select the afternoon slot when applying for your pass. If you do not manage to find a pass available you can of course stay on the boat or swim to shore. Kindly note that this is a government-mandated regulation and not a policy introduced by us. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 67 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    8 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Pace and timing

    2 mentions

    Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    Traveler reviews

    67 verified traveler reviews for Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    basildond2026 · September 2026

    A very pleasant day out at sea

    We had a lovely day on the boat with plenty of opportunity to swim in the sea at all 3 bays visited. The buffet lunch was very nice and plentiful. Complimentary beer and wine were offered with lunch, with soft drinks, tea/coffee were available all day. The crew were friendly and helpful. Being a bit safety conscious around water, I would advise that 1 of your group stays on board as top cover if you are snorkeling as the crew are too busy to act as life guards. I would recommend these smaller boats over the larger ones as they are far less crowded, albeit they are marginally more expensive. A lovely day out cruising! Would you again.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted you enjoyed the swimming stops, buffet lunch and drinks, as well as the service from our crew. We really appreciate your recommendation and your kind feedback. We hope to welcome you back on board again soon. Warm regards, The Hera Cruises Team

    via Tripadvisor

    jamesmC7472ZI · September 2026

    Great trip - disappointed with the hotel transfer

    A very pleasurable tour - the transfer in the morning didn’t work. Supposed to come at 830 at 852 we jumped in a taxi as we felt we might not get there to board at 9. They came at 858 and then called me - no refund - the boat is good - just note you don’t actually step onto Gozo

    Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed the tour and your experience on board. Regarding the morning transfer, we’re sorry for the delay. The transfer was running late due to traffic then. As you had already decided to take a taxi at 08:52, the transfer had unfortunately been missed. We would therefore like to clarify that the transfer did arrive at the agreed pick-up point and was not cancelled or unavailable. With regards to Gozo, our itinerary includes a scenic stop around Gozo rather than a disembarkation on the island itself, as stated in the tour information. Thank you again for choosing Hera Cruises, and we wish you all the best.

    via Tripadvisor

    lyndawilson72 · August 2026

    Full day boat trip with plenty time to swim and snorkel

    Booked direct with Hera including transfer from hotel Solana in Mellieha. Pick up at 8am, got to boat at Sliema at 9am. Boarded and set sail just after 9.30am. Sailed up coast, sandwich snack at 10.30, then 30 min swim stop at north Malta, then onto Gozo for 1hr stop .., swam and snorkelled then buffet lunch in boat with wine/beer available. Sailed back to blue lagoon at Comino where anchored for 90mins. Able to walk off boat and explore (must have blue lagoon pass which you register for once you’ve booked trip .. it’s free of charge), or just spend time snorkelling. Loads of boats so you have to be pretty aware of this when in the water. Clear water like being in a swimming pool, east to see fish and the sandy sea floor. Also option to do a 20min power boat ride to caves and elephant rock (what’s left if it after recent collapse). Free water and soft drinks and coffee all day which was great. Toilets on board and plenty place to shade. Only issue was transfer back to hotel at end of trip …. All customers on one large bus that went through every town! Took nearly 2hours to be dropped back compared to the 1hr journey on the way there !!! In retrospect should have done own transfers via Bolt or Uber as would have been same price.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed review of your day with us. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the cruise, the swimming and snorkelling stops, the buffet lunch, and the Blue Lagoon. It’s also lovely to know you appreciated the complimentary drinks, coffee, shaded areas, and facilities on board. We are sorry that the return transfer took longer than expected. We understand how frustrating this must have been after a long day and appreciate you bringing this to our attention. Your feedback is very valuable to us. Thank you again for choosing Hera Cruises. We hope to welcome you on board again soon.

    via Tripadvisor

    J7273FXkayr · August 2026

    Fab day trip with guides

    Wonderful day cruise. Great swimming stops. Crew were very friendly and helpful offering snorkle gear and floats or noodles if required. The food was great and plenty of it. I would recommend this tour to anyone especially swimmers or divers

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the swimming stops, the food, and the friendly service from our crew. It's great to know you also appreciated the snorkelling equipment and floats available on board. Thank you for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you on board again soon. Warm regards, The Hera Cruises Team

    via Tripadvisor

    Passenger30452064661 · July 2026

    Great cruise.

    Spent the day with Hera cruises out of Malta. I thought value for money was second to none. The crew was really really good and the food was verygood. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience with hera cruises

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear you had such an enjoyable day with Hera Cruises. It's great to know you found the experience to be excellent value for money and that you enjoyed our crew and the food on board. Thank you for choosing to cruise with us. We hope to welcome you on board again soon. Warm regards, The Hera Cruises Team

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    23
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Hera Cruises Limited, who run 3 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.7.

    See everything Hera Cruises Limited runs

    Why this scores 57

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)39
    Review evidence (18% weight)61
    Booking momentum (14% weight)54
    Value for money (12% weight)87
    Listing quality (10% weight)63
    Local standing (8% weight)33
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Mellieha.

    How much does Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon cost?

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    Prices start at $86 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Mellieha usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon take?

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    Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Mellieha is not rushed.

    Is Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 67 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Mellieha, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon?

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    Around 23 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Mellieha can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Mellieha and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Mellieha within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Mellieha?

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    On Outty we rank every Mellieha experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Malta: Gozo Full Day Buggy Tour with lunch and Comino Stop, Gozo All Inclusive Chauffeured Tuk Tuk Day Tour - Blue Lagoon, Gozo Quad Bike Day Tour - All-inclusive + Blue Lagoon. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Mellieha?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Mellieha?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon?

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    Included: Beer and Wine available only during lunch; Hotel pickup and drop-off; Open Bar (soft Drinks, water, tea & coffee); and Buffet Lunch. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 71 listed pickup locations in and around Mellieha. Be ready about 90 minutes before the start time.

    What languages is Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Hera 3 Bay Cruise including the Blue Lagoon?

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    Across 67 reviews averaging 4.1 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, value for money. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

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