Malta, Gozo & Comino

Beaches & Coves

Sandy beaches, rocky coves and natural pools — with facilities, how to get there and how to enter the water.

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Beaches & Coves

Wied il-GhasriMalta Isle Approved

Wied il-Ghasri

Gozo

Rocky cove

Wied il-Għasri is a spectacular, narrow gorge in northern Gozo that leads directly into the sea between high cliffs. The clear water and secluded location make the small pebble beach a special place for swimming and snorkeling.

Xlendi BayMalta Isle Approved

Xlendi Bay

Gozo

Rocky cove

Xlendi Bay is a picturesque bay in the southwest of Gozo, surrounded by steep cliffs and the popular coastal town of Xlendi. Clear waters, restaurants right on the promenade, and beautiful sunsets make the bay one of the island's most popular spots.

Hondoq BayMalta Isle Recommendation

Hondoq Bay

Gozo

Pebble beach

Hondoq Bay is a small, popular bathing cove in the southeast of Gozo overlooking Comino. It offers clear turquoise water, a small pebble beach, and good conditions for swimming and snorkeling.

Mgarr ix-XiniMalta Isle Recommendation

Mgarr ix-Xini

Gozo

Rocky cove

Mgarr ix-Xini is an idyllic, fjord-like bay on the southern coast of Gozo. Surrounded by steep cliffs, it offers crystal-clear water, excellent conditions for swimming and snorkeling, as well as a tranquil, natural atmosphere away from the larger beaches.

Marsalforn Bay

Marsalforn Bay

Gozo

Rocky cove

Marsalforn Bay is a lively bathing bay in the north of Gozo and the tourist center of the coastal town of Marsalforn. The sheltered bay offers clear water, a promenade with numerous restaurants and cafés, as well as good opportunities for swimming and snorkeling.

Ramla Bay

Ramla Bay

Gozo

Sandy beach

Ramla Bay is the most famous sandy beach in Gozo, particularly noted for its reddish-golden sand. The wide bay, surrounded by green hills, offers plenty of space for swimming and is especially popular with families and sunbathers.

Xwejni Bay

Xwejni Bay

Gozo

Pebble beach

Xwejni Bay is a tranquil, rocky cove on the northern coast of Gozo near Marsalforn. Clear waters, unusual rock formations, and the famous Xwejni Salt Pans make it particularly interesting for swimming, snorkeling, and coastal walks.