If you prefer a day cruise in Malta, Comino to Gozo is only 20 minutes away allowing you tour around the islands without stopping, a motor yacht may be the best option if you have limited time. On your boat trip you can pass by St. Paul’s Bay which has amazing sun-bathing spots and enchanting open sea views. If you have more time available, Mellieha Bay is another great stop offering endless activities such as: water-skiing, jet skis and windsurfing since intense underwater currents are almost never experienced. Popeye village is in close proximity and Popeye the movie starring Robin Williams was filmed here back in 1979, today the tiny picturesque inlet brings lots of visitors. Heading to Gozo, you can dock in Mgarr marina where you will come across unspoiled landscapes, several vineyards and quiet and peaceful bays that can only be accessed with a yacht. Here you have several options, you can simply go in-land, visit several temples and religious attractions, enjoy the Gozitan food and stroll along the streets of Rabat at the heart of the city. Your charter experience can be extended for a two-day or three-day cruise where you can keep exploring various bays including Ramla Bay and the beaches of Xlendi and Slan Blas where you will be impressed with the sandy bottom and crystal clear waters.

You also have the option to rent a boat in Sliema in the north-east of Malta for a more exclusive experience, St Julian’s bay is packed with bars and restaurants, and further down you can visit Kantra Beach Club followed by a great swim in St.Peter’s Pool known for its blue waters and divine grottos. Marsaxlokk is a great stop you can add to your charter experience in Malta, you will come across some of the oldest religious temples in the world and brightly colored fishing boats by the beautiful bay of Marsaskala. Finally, a boat trip to the Blue grotto of Malta on the far west of the island is not to be missed, snorkeling in the crystal blue sea of Zurieq’s valley within beautiful rock formations will steal your heart.

Malta sailing experiences can be combined with Sicily and the Aeolian islands. Malta to Sicily can take 90 minutes with a motorboat or a high speed catamaran where you can dock into the ports of Pozzallo and Catania. Catania is the liveliest city of Sicily, you can also explore Mt.Etna which is the highest active volcano in Europe. Syracuse is a UNESCO world heritage site, here you can better understand the Sicilian history which was colonized by the Greeks, the Ear of Dionysius is an interesting attraction site. For an excellent Mediterranean yacht charter experience, you can sail to the Aeolian islands that attract illustrious travelers from all over the world who want to immerse in paradise lands and uncontaminated nature.

Alternative sailing journeys from Malta that can be included in weekly charters involve traveling to Linosa island and Lampedusa. Linosa and Lampedusa form the Pelagie islands of Sicily and hold many surprises for sailing enthusiasts. The colorful marine life including turtles and dolphins, the shallow waters and various sheltered bays make it a great cruising ground for many catamarans and sailboats. The islands are ideal for those who want to explore anonymous beaches and escape from the crowds and will guarantee an unforgettable sailing holiday.