Ċirkewwa boat trip meeting point: parking, bus, directions
Where to find our Ċirkewwa boat trip meeting point, where to park, which buses go to Ċirkewwa, how early to arrive, and what to do if you are running late.
Our boat trip starts and finishes at Ċirkewwa, the northern tip of Malta in the locality of Mellieħa. It is the same place the Gozo ferry leaves from, which makes it easy to find, but the terminal area is busy and our boat is not at the ferry quay. This guide tells you exactly where to go.
Where to meet
Head for the Gozo Channel ferry terminal at Ċirkewwa. Near it you will find a small café kiosk. Go down the stairs behind the kiosk to its jetty. That is where we board.
Google Maps pin: 35.987691, 14.329880
If you reach the ferry car lanes or the ticket booths, you have gone slightly too far towards the ferry. Look for the kiosk and the stairs down to the water.
Getting to Ċirkewwa by car
Ċirkewwa is at the end of the main road north through Mellieħa. Follow the signs for the Gozo ferry. From Sliema or St Julian’s, allow around 40 minutes in normal traffic, and more in the morning rush or on summer weekends, when the road north can back up.
Parking at Ċirkewwa
There is parking around the terminal. Follow the P signs as you arrive. In summer it fills up quickly, particularly in the mornings, because it serves the ferry, the beach at Paradise Bay and divers using the marine park.
A few things to know:
- Some spaces are reserved for divers. Do not use them unless you are diving, or you risk a ticket.
- If the main car park is full, there is more roadside parking back along the coast road towards Mellieħa, near Paradise Bay.
- Parking arrangements can change, so check the signs on the day.
Getting to Ċirkewwa by bus
Ċirkewwa is a terminus for several Malta Public Transport routes:
| Route | From | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 41 | Valletta | Via Birkirkara, Mosta and St Paul’s Bay |
| 42 | Valletta | A second Valletta route; check which is quicker at your time of day |
| 221 | Buġibba | Useful from Buġibba, Qawra and St Paul’s Bay |
| 222 | Sliema | Direct from Sliema along the coast |
| 101 | Mġarr / Ġnejna | From the west of the island |
Journey times vary a lot with traffic, especially in summer. From Valletta or Sliema, allow well over an hour. Check the current timetable on the Malta Public Transport website or in the tallinja app, and aim for a bus that gets you there with time to spare. The Ċirkewwa bus stop is at the terminal, a short walk from our meeting point.
Getting to Ċirkewwa by taxi or ride-hailing
Taxis and ride-hailing apps such as Bolt work well for Ċirkewwa. Ask to be dropped at the Gozo ferry terminal, then walk to the café kiosk and down the stairs. For the return, book a car when you are nearly back, as pick-ups at the terminal can take a while at busy times.
How early to arrive
Aim to be at the meeting point 15 to 20 minutes before departure. That leaves time to check in, use the toilet and get settled before we leave. In July and August, allow extra time for the road and for finding a parking space.
The tour does not include hotel pick-up, so plan your journey in advance.
Facilities at Ċirkewwa
The ferry terminal area has cafés and kiosks where you can buy drinks and snacks before you board, and the terminal building has public facilities. Paradise Bay, a small sandy beach, is a short walk south if you want to swim before or after the trip.
Bring what you need for the day: swimwear, a towel, sun cream, a hat and sunglasses. On board, we provide a welcome drink, snorkels, swim noodles and a stand-up paddleboard. Food is not included, but you can buy it ashore at the Blue Lagoon. See the tour page for the full list.
If you are late or cannot find us
Call us on +356 79628574. Tell us where you are and we will guide you in. If you are stuck in traffic, call as soon as you know. We will tell you honestly whether we can wait. Other guests are on a schedule too, so we cannot hold the boat for long.
After the trip
We come back to the same jetty at Ċirkewwa. If you are going on to Gozo, the ferry terminal is right there. If you are heading back south, the bus stop and taxi pick-up are at the terminal.
Before you go
- The trip lasts three and a half hours and starts and ends at Ċirkewwa.
- The order of stops can change with the weather and sea.
- You only need a Blue Lagoon pass if you want to go ashore there. Swimming from the boat is fine without one. See our Blue Lagoon pass guide.
- For why we leave from the north, read Comino boat trip from Mellieħa.
Quick answers
Where is the boat trip meeting point in Ċirkewwa?
Down the stairs behind the café kiosk jetty, near the Gozo Channel ferry terminal. The Google Maps pin is 35.987691, 14.329880.
Is there parking at Ċirkewwa?
Yes, there is parking at the terminal, but it gets very busy in summer. Some spaces are reserved for divers, so follow the signs and arrive early.
Which buses go to Ċirkewwa?
Routes 41 and 42 run from Valletta, 221 from Buġibba, 222 from Sliema and 101 from the Mġarr and Ġnejna direction. Check current timetables on the Malta Public Transport website or the tallinja app.
How early should I arrive for the boat trip?
Aim to be at the meeting point 15 to 20 minutes before departure, and allow extra time for traffic and parking in July and August.
What if I cannot find the boat or I am running late?
Call us on +356 79628574. We will guide you to the boat or tell you what can be done.