Getting to Boomerang Festival at Ta’ Qali National Park is easy, but a little planning always goes a long way. Whether you’re using one of the available ride-hailing apps, braving the buses, or splitting a trip with friends, here’s what you need to know.
The three main ride-hailing apps in Malta will get you to the festival without the hassle of waiting around. These local players are:
A ride from Valletta, Sliema, or St. Julian’s to Ta’ Qali typically costs €15–€25, but expect prices to surge during peak festival hours. If you’re heading to the festival in the evening, book your ride in advance or be prepared for a longer wait when demand spikes.
Malta’s bus network does serve Ta’ Qali, but if you’ll be relying on it, a little patience is key. Traffic on the island can be unpredictable, and buses are often late or packed, especially when big events are on. The available bus routes to Ta’ Qali are as follows:
Route 202 – Runs from Sliema to Rabat, passing near Ta’ Qali.
Route 186 – Connects Buġibba to Rabat, stopping close to the festival grounds.
The nearest stop to the festival is Ġibjun, about a 3-minute walk from Ta’ Qali. A single bus fare costs €2.00, but delays are common, so don’t rely on a last-minute bus to get you there in time for your favourite set.
Malta isn’t known for smooth traffic flow, and major events like Boomerang can cause serious congestion. Whether you’re in a cab or a bus, allow extra time, especially if you’ll be travelling between 6–9 PM.
As for ride prices, fares tend to spike during peak festival hours. If you’re heading to the festival when everyone else is, be prepared for a higher price tag and longer wait times on the apps.
Plan ahead – If you’re using a ride-hailing app, we recommend booking early before the surge pricing kicks in.
Share a ride – In the spirit of the festival’s conviviality, we encourage our festival goers to carpool with friends. This splits the cost for everyone, helps ease congestion on the roads, and guarantees you arrive together.
Check traffic updates – Keep your eye on the road! Use navigation apps to track road conditions in real time.
Leave some flexibility – If your first option falls through, have a backup plan with alternative transport links.
Here are the options our festival goers have depended on during previous editions.
Ride-hailing apps – We recommend booking ahead of the mass exodus! Bolt, Uber, and eCabs will be your best bet, but as everyone will be trying to book at the same time, we advise pre-booking your ride before the start of the final set. Carpooling is very cool, by the way.
Buses – There is currently no information on night-time schedules for routes 202 and 186, so public transport will probably not be an option at this time.
