Gozo Jeep Safari Review: An All-Inclusive Malta Adventure

Visiting Malta and thinking about a fun way to see Gozo and Comino? So, the ‘From Malta All Inclusive Gozo Jeep Safari Tour Comino’ deal is catching your eye, huh? Well, I took the plunge, so too I’m going to give you the full rundown. Get ready for a fun-filled, and action-packed peek at some pretty special spots! Very rarely does a single trip offer so much variety, but this one looks like it just might.

What’s the Big Deal with This Gozo Jeep Safari?

So, the basic idea is that, instead of just seeing Gozo through a bus window, you get to tear around in a Jeep! Very often this deal is promoted as “all-inclusive”, which usually suggests that everything from getting picked up to grub is all taken care of, more or less. That bit of freedom is super cool, right? Also, throw in a trip to Comino and its Blue Lagoon. Sounds dreamy, maybe? It definitely did to me.

The main perks that you should be looking at: you should have pickup and drop-off, a guide, lunch, and the ferry to Comino taken care of, that is if the “all-inclusive” part lives up to it’s reputation. So, too, I found myself asking if the real thing would come close to measuring up to the sales pitch.

Getting Started: Pickup and the Gozo Ferry

Okay, first thing’s first. Getting picked up from your accommodation, very often that’s a pretty simple and hassle-free beginning. Seemingly, on-time pickup is what you want, yet, that didn’t happen exactly for me – hey, delays happen. After pickup you get driven to the Cirkewwa Ferry Terminal on Malta’s northernmost spot. It’s very pretty there.

That ferry trip to Gozo, well that is short and kinda sweet. Apparently, you might want to get up on deck. Very often, the views of Comino from the water, plus seeing Gozo come into view, are postcard material, to be honest.

The Gozo Jeep Safari Itself: What Did We Actually See?

Here’s where the real adventure starts, right? Meeting the Jeeps! And, you can bet I was pretty stoked. We split up into small groups, which is a far more friendly experience, I think. It’s almost like you get to know people more easily. Plus, too, you have a closer interaction with your guide. I love a trip where I feel like I can ask dumb questions and not feel dumb, you know? Anyway, as a matter of fact, there are several must see spots.

Xlendi Bay: First, picture this – crystal-clear water tucked between high cliffs, very reminiscent of something you might see along the Amalfi Coast. Well, I guess. That small harbor’s often buzzing with small boats, is that picture postcard perfection, or what?

Dwejra Bay: You should note that the Azure Window isn’t around now (it collapsed some years back), still, Dwejra Bay has a unique vibe to it, very dramatic, I guess you’d call it? Anyway, as a matter of fact, the Inland Sea and the Fungus Rock should give you those great photo opportunities.

Citadel (Victoria): High up, inside the fortified walls of the Citadel, you’ll feel the echoes of old Gozo. That climb might be a bit much if it is a super hot day, basically, still those panoramic views make up for the puffing and panting, apparently, as you see the whole island.

Marsalforn: A change of pace. I guess. This very pretty seaside town provides a nice pause with cafes lining the bay. I think it is very pleasant for a wander, apparently to stretch your legs a bit.

Lunch: Is It Any Good?

Right, so, included lunch. The tour description made noises about ‘traditional dishes’. The grub I had? Fine, really, even though it was at some tourist restaurant, very standard buffet thing.

What you have to note, this wasn’t some Michelin-star banquet, yet the food was tasty and filling enough, and also did the job, more or less. It could just do with something with a bit of actual local flavour!

Comino and the Blue Lagoon

So, after Gozo, it was off to Comino. Yet, if you are imagining some remote, unspoiled paradise? Very very busy is much closer to the mark. Yet that Blue Lagoon, right, the hype is real. Also, those ridiculously blue waters must be seen to be believed, maybe. A very quick swim is almost an unmissable chance!

That downside? Very packed. That beach gets cramped very quickly, literally. Arriving late in the afternoon like we did? The crowds had thinned out just a little, at least.

The Guide: Very Good, or Just Okay?

That guide, and you’ll want to pay some extra attention, alright, could totally make or break this day. A very good one, the kind that clearly has a passion for the island? Apparently, a gem. And too, I think I lucked out in that regard. His knowledge, so great! Very very helpful, and very good at pointing out details that you wouldn’t have spotted solo, if you catch my drift.

Yet I guess this is a potential downside to all group tours. That experience relies quite heavily on the quality, not only of the planning, but on the individuals doing the tour guiding itself, okay? On top of this, anyway, there might be a bit of a language barrier, I should imagine.

Is This Jeep Safari Worth It?

I guess, now comes that big question. Should you sign up for this deal? So, if you like an active day out and are happy to accept a few rough edges along the way, basically, absolutely. If that’s the only way you see Gozo, very dull coach tours do exist! A Jeep Safari shows you far more, does it not?

It might be worth a good long hard think if big crowds and touristy lunches totally ruin an experience. That being said, you may think those things as part of the experience?