Being a relatively new superyacht charter destination, the Maltese archipelago offers a myriad of hidden coves, splendid diving opportunities, bustling ports, and golden sand beaches bordering seven islands.
Valletta – Msida Marina. This marina is located within the city of Valletta and boasts being the most sheltered of the local marinas. It has excellent facilities including electricity and water. With the shops, bars and hotels of the city in such close proximity it is a great spot to stop and explore. Be sure to add traditional fishing villages, the Blue Grotto, St Julian’s and going for a dip in the crystal clear waters while here to your Maltese bucket list. Your captain will be able to help provide their own insights and experiences here too, so be sure to discuss the many opportunities that await.
Gozo – Mgarr Marina. The only marina located on the island of Gozo – it lies in close proximity to Comino and the Blue Grotto meaning excellent diving opportunities here. It recently underwent a major refurbishment replacing many of its facilities. It is a great spot to explore the sleepy island of Gozo and head off on snorkeling tours too. If your yacht rental in Malta doesn’t have qualified instructors there are many in the region that can come out with you on your yacht. Explore more about the water toys and diving equipment you’ll find on a superyacht charter. For many, this is one of the top attractions to booking a private yacht charter – plenty of water toys to play on the water, and your own tender for water sports or cruising around and seeing the sights.
Selmun Bay, Mellieha. This is a tough spot to find on land allowing it to be one of the quietest beaches in the region. It’s dramatic cliff backdrop, golden sand beach and turquoise waters make it an ideal beach break.
St Paul’s Bay, Malta. Located on the northeast coast of Malta. It has a fantastic old town to explore along with some great beaches. It is found just 15km away from the ancient city of Valletta too.
The main three islands of Malta, Gozo and Comina resonate with a deep-rooted international shipping history being based between Sicily and North Africa. This makes for an extremely pleasant cruising ground for yachts in Malta, filled with many relatively empty anchorages – plus the climate is one of the sunniest found in Europe and can offer late season charter opportunities. Learn more about when a charter season is and how long the yachting season lasts around the world. Yacht rentals in Malta are great to experience Malta both during peak seasons, and during the off season when star attractions like the Blue Grotto, St Julian’s, and the crystal clear waters are less populated with tourists let you experience Malta like a local with sleepy fishing villages and a number of Maltese islands dotted along the Mediterranean Sea.
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The main three islands of Malta, Gozo and Comina resonate with a deep-rooted international shipping history being based between Sicily and North Africa. This makes for an extremely pleasant cruising ground for yachts in Malta, filled with many relatively empty anchorages – plus the climate is one of the sunniest found in Europe and can offer late season charter opportunities. Learn more about when a charter season is and how long the yachting season lasts around the world. Yacht rentals in Malta are great to experience Malta both during peak seasons, and during the off season when star attractions like the Blue Grotto, St Julian’s, and the crystal clear waters are less populated with tourists let you experience Malta like a local with sleepy fishing villages and a number of Maltese islands dotted along the Mediterranean Sea.
When arriving at the archipelago, schedule some time in Malta – the largest of the islands. Explore the old walled city of Valletta, examine how the people expertly blend old world with a new generation – meaning this city is now a buzz with fine dining restaurants, many bars and even nightclubs when you want to spend an evening or two off the yacht and on land. Another major city here is St. Julian’s which boasts many tourist destinations, mixed in amongst traditional fishing villages. This lets you experience Malta as it lives and breathes, and not simply as a tourist. West Mediterranean yacht rentals are enjoyed by many for the access it gives you to destinations many tourists cannot get to – meaning more space for yourself and your guests to enjoy this gem in the Mediterranean Sea.
This placid little island offers rest and recuperation from the fast pace of Malta and the rest of the west Mediterranean Sea. No sailing experience to the Maltese islands is complete without a visit to this island. Its traditional feel can instantly transport its visitors back in time – even the buildings are still largely made from stone as opposed to concrete. Wander the streets to find remote rural farmhouses and baroque-styled churches. It is possible to see the sea at any point from the island.
Comino is one for those who love the water – it offers a plethora of diving and snorkeling opportunities including exploring old wrecks of WWII planes lying in the shallow waters off of the coast. Crystal clear waters here just beckon you to explore what lies beneath the surface on a yacht rental in Malta. The Mediterranean Sea is known for its warm waters, and this rings very true when staying on a yacht in Malta. Booking your sailing experience to take in these top destinations, or branch off onto the neighboring Maltese islands will give you a little peek into life along the Mediterranean Sea.
On land, no cars or urban development means it is a paradise for hikers, and photographers. Destinations Comino/Gozo/Valletta. Places like this let you truly experience Malta and what a sailing experience can offer you. Which is why these destinations are perfect for exploring from the bow of your own superyacht.
For those looking for a new destination to visit in the Mediterranean Sea, you can’t go wrong with the Maltese islands. With diving, on land attractions, history, sleepy coastal fishing villages, bustling ports and cities like Valetta and St Julian’s, means there’s something for everything to experience Malta as it’s meant to be seen. A sailing experience aboard your own private yacht charter gives you access to diving spots, grottos and lagoons that tourists on land simply can’t see. This means less wait times, and more privacy to enjoy these hidden Maltese gems.
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