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Malta’s Blue Grotto & Marsaxlokk Village

Marsaxlokk, Blue Grotto & Kalanka Bay Experience

Tour the fishing village of Marsaxlokk, witness and spend time in the Blue Grotto and swim the sparkling waters of Lapsi Bay.

Drink in Malta’s southwest coast, starting in Marsaxlokk, the island’s largest fishing village, where technicolor boats crowd the harbor. Wander at your own pace or opt for a boat ride to St. Peter’s Pool. Then it’s on to Żurrieq for the Blue Grotto—a dramatic sea cave plunging 50 meters beneath the cliffs. Soak in the stunning views from above, or elevate your experience by hopping on a boat (at your own expense) to explore the caves up close, weather permitting, before heading back to port.

Shore Thing Highlights

  • Rainbow-bright boats in Marsaxlokk harbor

  • Optional boat ride to explore the dramatic sea caves of the Blue Grotto

  • Optional swim stop at St. Peter’s Pool

Need to know

  • This Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible

  • The boat ride to the Blue Grotto and St. Peter’s Pool is optional and not included in the price of this Shore Thing

  • The cost of the boat ride to the Blue Grotto is €10.00 CASH per sailor

  • Bring cash in euros

  • Approximately 45 minute drive each way to/from the pier

  • Lunch is not included

  • Approximately 3-hours of free time in Marsaxlokk

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