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7 Maltese Beaches That Are Hard To Get To But Worth All The Effort

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All the Maltese beaches are beautiful, there’s something special about those beaches you have to really work to get to.

We’ve helpfully compiled a short list of hard-to-get-to beaches to tick off your summer bucket list. Of course, some might be more difficult than others, but all are worth the effort. Happy hunting!

1. San Blas, Nadur (Gozo)

This beach is a proper headache to get to. With a road that leads down to the bay, you’d think there wouldn’t be many issues. Yeah, no.

It is highly encouraged not to drive down the road leading to the bend, and with that steep slope, it is almost certain your old shitty car will not make it back up.

When you get there, it’s a beautiful beach, but we would suggest taking some change as usually there’s a vehicle that can drive you uphill.

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2. Kalanka Bay, Marsaxlokk

One of Malta’s hidden and most beautiful salty swimming pools. Located in the southeast part of the island, it’s not uncommon for the beach to be quiet even through the usually hectic summer months.

While not impossible to get to, it’s quite easy to mix up roads and end up accidentally lost. Thankfully, some helpful signs have been put up in recent years.

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3. Riviera Bay, Għajn Tuffieħa

Located on the north-west coast of Malta, Ghajn Tuffieha is among one of the most popular bays on the island. That doesn’t make it any less difficult to tackle though.

While it’s not hard to get close to the beach as you can easily drive to the natural fork location which divides the beach from its sister Golden bay, the issue with the beach is the endless amount of stairs you’ll need to overcome.

Sure, going down is easy as pie, but after a whole day at the beach dragging your tired feet up those steps, the physical nightmare is enough for this beach to merit its own place on this list.

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4. Coral Lagoon, Mellieħa

The problem with getting to Coral Lagoon (also known as the Dragonara Cave) is the fact that it’s a pretty hidden bay. While you can get close to it with your car, it’s highly inadvisable, as the bumps will not do your tires justice. The trick to getting to this worthwhile lagoon is turning left at the campsite sign after heading towards the Chapel of Immaculate Conception. This is also your best bet to park close to the area.

It takes around five minutes walking to get to the top point where you should be able to see the Coral Lagoon. Bring your maps with you and get ready jump into pure, bluish-green beauty.

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5. Blue Lagoon, Comino

The main issue in getting to this beach is the fact you need to board a boat. Sure, it might be constantly full of tourists, but it’s not like you can simply catch a bus or drive to it.

The clear crystal blue waters make the bay look like a slice of paradise. A handful of charter companies around the island will be able to take you to the bay, unless of course you’ve got your own boat… in which case, we’re waiting for our invitation to join you.

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6. Fomm Ir-Riħ, Baħrija

One of the most secluded, isolated, remote, and most beautiful bays Malta has to offer.

The bay itself can be found by taking the first right through Baħrija’s main road (driving from Rabat). Once the road turns downhill, simply take another right, towards a small car park. There will be a small footpath along a ledge which leads to the bay.

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7. Imġiebaħ Bay, Mellieħa

The northernmost tip of Malta hosts some of the most beautiful hidden gems on the island, with practically every inlet of the fish’s tail hosting some glorious secluded bay.

Slug’s Bay lesser known cousin, Imġiebaħ rewards visitors with a tiny beach in a valley. So of course, breathtaking views are part and parcel of it. The only downside? It’s a very long, narrow and winding drive downhill… or an even more brutal walk that you won’t be forgetting any time soon.

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Photo from BeachesinMalta.com

Dragonara Cave Photo in Featured Image by Oliver Gatt

Which are the hidden beaches you love heading to? Let us know below!

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