The wildest and least populated part of the island is dotted with little beaches and bays that are perfect for a private day trip. Paradise Bay and Little Armier are remarkably beautiful, while the cliffs of Ras Il-Qammieh make for a great photo.
This remote beach is difficult to get to. You’ll need a rental car and the stamina to walk down a steep stone staircase. However, this wild bay is blissfully uncrowded all year around, making it a great day-trip option in peak season.
Accessible on a boat trip from the village of Wied iz-Zurrieq, this natural archway is found along a stretch of coast that has six other caves. The water is such an ethereal colour that you may start believing the tales about the mermaids who live there.
Take a picnic and enjoy the views from Malta’s highest cliffs. Rising more than 300 metres above the sea, this is a beautiful place for a walk or drive.
Olive groves mix with extensive woodlands at these lush natural gardens. Formerly a hunting ground for the Knights, the gardens are home to unusual looking trees and easy walking trails.
The most famous natural attraction in the country, the waters of Blue Lagoon are like a giant azure bath. It’s a very popular day trip with boats leaving from all across Malta.
This strange spectacle changes with the seasons. Winter storms fill the pans with sea water, which evaporate in summer to leave behind carpets of shimmering white.
Probably the finest place for a hike anywhere in the country, these vertiginous cliffs are home to panoramic views, sea and coastal birds, plus a wonderful silence.
Wave-battered cliffs and dramatic rock formations dominate the wild western tip of Gozo island. Many natural attractions are found here, like Fungus Rock. It’s also a great place to come for scuba diving and snorkelling.
