12 naturupplevelser på Malta och Gozo

Writer: Helena Bergström

Here are 12 nature experiences in Malta and Gozo. The small island nation of Malta in the Mediterranean Sea is known for its historical sights, cliff baths and nightlife, but it also has a lot of exciting and beautiful nature.

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Nature experiences in Malta and Gozo

We have visited Malta three times over the years and it is a country that has pleasantly surprised us in many ways. When it comes to nature, we think Malta has a lot to offer, although of course you shouldn't expect large forests or deep lakes. Malta is a mountainous and relatively bare island in the middle of the Mediterranean, and in the summer it can get very dry and hot.

If you are looking for nature in Malta and Gozo, you may want to avoid summer. Finding nature can also often require travelling outside the cities. One tip is to visit the island Gozo, which can be perceived as greener and more rural than the main island.

12 nature experiences in Malta and Gozo

Here are 12 fantastic nature experiences in Malta and Gozo that we can recommend. Almost all are based on our own experiences and travels in the country.

1. swimming from rocks

Malta's coastline is full of cliffs and rocky coves. In some places it has become almost like little rocky 'bathtubs' where you can slip down. In other places there are ladders or ramps. Beautiful and sometimes a bit nice to get away from all the sand.

2. Sunbathing and swimming on sandy beaches

Although Malta's coastline is mostly rock and stone, there are some sandy beaches. The finest we've seen is Rambla Bay on Gozo, but there are also some popular sandy beaches on the main island of Malta.

READ MORE: 5 beautiful beaches in Malta - don't miss these!

3. Take a boat trip to the island of Comino

Comino is the smallest of the three inhabited islands in the island nation of Malta. However, only a handful of people live here, and there is supposed to be a small hotel. If you want, you can take a boat trip here and experience the blue lagoon here, which is famous for its cyan-coloured water. The photo is from our first trip to Malta, 2008.

Naturupplevelser på Malta och Gozo - Blå Lagunen

4. Mountain biking in Gozo

A great way to discover the natural beauty of Malta is to go mountain biking in Gozo. You can join guided tours, which take you to all the most beautiful places on the island, along the coast and past small villages.

READ MORE: Mountain biking on Gozo in beautiful Malta

Naturupplevelser på Malta och Gozo - mountainbike

5. Try rock climbing in Gozo

In Gozo, there are rock walls that are perfect for trying out climbing. We went on a tour with the company Gozo Adventures and tried a type of climbing called "Abseiling". Really fun and exciting to try!

READ MORE: Try rock climbing in Gozo, Malta

Naturupplevelser på Malta och Gozo - klättring

6. Canoeing in Gozo

We had originally planned to go canoeing when we visited Gozo in 2017, but we ended up mountain biking instead. However, paddling on the clear water is very popular, and you can book guided canoe and kayak tours.

7. Dive in the clear water

Some of the best nature experiences in Malta can be had underwater. The water is clear and there is a lot to see. As well as nature under the surface, there are plenty of rocks and even various wrecks to discover.

READ MORE: Diving in Malta - a great experience

8. Ride a segway in the countryside

A different and exciting way to get around and be guided is to take a segway tour. Some people do this in the centre Vallettawhich is certainly interesting but also quite hectic. We instead took a segway tour in Dingli, located on the western coast of Malta.

READ MORE: Segway in Malta - around beautiful Dingli

Dingli kapell — The Dingli Chapel has a fantastic view of the sea.

Malta segway — The Dingli Chapel has a fantastic view of the sea.

9. Visit farms in the countryside

One way to enjoy nature while experiencing authentic Maltese culture is to visit rural farms in Malta or Gozo. These include beekeepers producing honey, goat farmers making cheese and farms growing olives and tomatoes.

10. Relax in a spa hotel in nature

If you want to enjoy both nature and comfort, you can stay in a spa hotel in the countryside. We stayed for a few nights at the Ta' Cenc hotel, which is situated in a scenic location on the island of Gozo. Here you can enjoy both outdoor and indoor pools, good food, a spa and walks in the beautiful surroundings.

READ MORE: Relaxed spa hotel in Gozo - pool and good food

11. See dramatic cliffs

Malta's coastline is dramatic, and if you're a fan of towering cliffs and stunning views, you'll get your fill here. However, perhaps the most famous cliff, Azure Window, collapsed on 8 March 2017, so if you want to see it, you have to dive. Our photo of it (below, top left) is from 2016.

12. Discover exciting caves

Last but not least, there are some exciting caves in Malta and Gozo. These include Blue Grotto, Calypso's Cave, Ninu's Cave and Xerri's Grotto. We haven't visited these particular caves and instead offer a photo from a cave with a prehistoric temple, which we visited in Gozo.

Naturupplevelser på Malta och Gozo - Grotta

More nature experiences in Malta and Gozo

Of course, there are even more ways to experience nature in Malta and Gozo. You can go hiking and take various excursions by horse, quad bike or boat. Of course, you can also try different water activities, such as stand-up paddle boarding. Read more about Malta below.

What are your experiences with nature in Malta and Gozo?

Do you have any experience with nature experiences in Malta and Gozo? Please tell us! If not, is there anything that appeals to you, and if so, what?

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Travelsis says:

Oh nice Gozo😍. Malta has so many nice things, but one of the favourites is to swim in Wied- il- Ghasri./ Pernilla

16 January 2021 - 14:23

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  Helena says:
  
  Thanks for the tips! I picture googled, looks super nice! 🙂
  
  17 January 2021 - 10:24
  
  - Travelsis says:
    
    Yes😍
    
    18 January 2021 - 21:00
    
Ditte says:

Nice post about Malta and Gozo and there is certainly a lot to do here. During my youth (long ago) I spent a lot of time in Malta, mostly in Gozo, but I travelled around a lot and that was between 1966 and the mid 70s. And then in the 80s and 90s I travelled there again.
We did a lot of diving and snorkelling, canoeing and there was also a lot of sailing in the waters around here and windsurfing. We also liked Comino very much. Great pictures.

16 January 2021 - 18:29

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  Helena says:
  
  Glad you've been here so much, and have experienced so much! Malta is nice 🙂
  
  17 January 2021 - 10:24
  
bmlarsreseblogg says:

We can only thank you for all the great tips. We had perhaps thought of going to Malta in the autumn of 2020, but the island is still there until we can travel again.

16 January 2021 - 18:54

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  Helena says:
  
  Yes, we assume that the island is still there!!! 😉 There is a lot to discover when you can travel again! 🙂
  
  17 January 2021 - 10:25
  
BP says:

Both Malta and Gozo are soooo nice islands. I follow a Swedish blogger who has been living in Malta for many years. She always goes exploring and shows the most amazing pictures from the island. https://maltanita.com/

16 January 2021 - 19:58

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  Helena says:
  
  Can only agree! And yes, we met Anita and Lasse on one of our trips to Malta. Photo evidence here 🙂 https://www.freedomtravel.se/2016/10/kultur-och-sprak-pa-malta-arabiskt-brittiskt-eller-italienskt/
  
  17 January 2021 - 10:34
  
Lena - gott för själen says:

I've heard a lot of good things about Malta, but have never been there myself. It's on my wish list of destinations I want to see. Looks amazingly beautiful.

Hug Lena

20 January 2021 - 6:06

12 nature experiences in Malta and Gozo

Writer: Helena Bergström

Nature experiences in Malta and Gozo

12 nature experiences in Malta and Gozo

1. swimming from rocks

2. Sunbathing and swimming on sandy beaches

3. Take a boat trip to the island of Comino

4. Mountain biking in Gozo

5. Try rock climbing in Gozo

6. Canoeing in Gozo

7. Dive in the clear water

8. Ride a segway in the countryside

9. Visit farms in the countryside

10. Relax in a spa hotel in nature

11. See dramatic cliffs

12. Discover exciting caves

More nature experiences in Malta and Gozo

What are your experiences with nature in Malta and Gozo?

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