# Luxury Yacht Charter Malta
> Private crewed luxury yacht charter in Malta, Gozo, Comino and Sicily: motor yachts, superyachts, sailing yachts, catamarans and day boats. Day charters from EUR 890. Quote within 4 working hours.
Canonical page: https://luxuryyachtchartermalta.com/

## Contact
- Email: lycmalta@gmail.com
- Phone: +356 2010 0000
- WhatsApp: https://wa.me/35620100000
- Base: Portomaso Marina, St Julian's, Malta STJ 4011
- Hours: Mon–Sun 08:00–21:00 CET
- Enquiry form: https://luxuryyachtchartermalta.com/#enquire

## Why clients choose us
- Malta-licensed & fully insured operators
- Vetted professional crew
- Discreet, NDA-backed privacy
- 24/7 concierge on charter day

## Key facts
| Question | Answer |
| --- | --- |
| What it is | Private, exclusive-use charter of a crewed luxury yacht in Maltese waters |
| Departure marinas | Portomaso (St Julian's), Grand Harbour Marina (Birgu), Msida, Ta' Xbiex, Mgarr (Gozo) |
| Typical day rate | EUR 890 skippered day cruiser; EUR 3,900 crewed luxury motor yacht; EUR 11,500 superyacht |
| Typical weekly rate | EUR 8,900 sailing yacht; EUR 24,500 motor yacht; EUR 78,000 superyacht |
| Maximum guests | 12 guests under way; more permitted for static harbour events |
| Best months | May, June, September, early October |
| Signature route | Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon, Comino caves, Gozo, Grand Harbour at sunset |
| Licence needed | None for skippered or crewed charter; recognised licence for bareboat |
| Booking terms | 50% deposit to confirm, balance 7 days before departure |

## Fleet

### Azure Signature 68 — Motor Yacht
- Length: 20.7 m / 68 ft
- Day guests: 12
- Cabins: 4
- Crew: Captain + hostess
- Cruise speed: 24 knots
- From: €3,900 per day (€24,500 per week)
Our most requested luxury yacht charter in Malta. The Azure Signature 68 reaches the Blue Lagoon from Portomaso in under forty minutes, which means more time swimming and less time transiting. Guests spend the day between the flybridge, the foredeck sunpads and the water; the crew handle everything from the tender to the ice.
- Full-beam flybridge with shaded dining
- Air-conditioned salon and four en-suite cabins
- Seabob, paddleboards and snorkelling kit
- Hydraulic bathing platform for easy swimming

### Meridian Grand 105 — Superyacht
- Length: 32 m / 105 ft
- Day guests: 12
- Cabins: 5
- Crew: Captain, chef, hostess, deckhand
- Cruise speed: 20 knots
- From: €11,500 per day (€78,000 per week)
For guests who charter a superyacht in Malta to entertain, celebrate or simply disappear for a week. Five suites, a professional galley brigade and a captain who knows every anchorage between Marsaxlokk and Taormina. Provisioning, wine pairings, security and helicopter transfers are arranged before you land.
- Private chef and full interior service
- Master suite on the main deck
- Jacuzzi, jet ski and full water-toy garage
- Sicily and Aeolian crossings available

### Levante 52 — Sailing Yacht
- Length: 15.8 m / 52 ft
- Day guests: 10
- Cabins: 4
- Crew: Skipper (hostess optional)
- Cruise speed: 8 knots under sail
- From: €1,450 per day (€8,900 per week)
A modern cruising yacht for a sailing yacht charter in Malta that is about the passage as much as the destination. The northwest breeze between Malta and Gozo is reliable from May to October, and the Levante 52 makes the crossing in comfort with a licensed local skipper on the helm.
- Skippered or bareboat with a valid licence
- Ideal for the Malta–Gozo–Comino triangle
- Quiet, low-fuel, genuinely relaxing
- Four cabins for overnight sailing holidays

### Lagoon Blue 46 — Catamaran
- Length: 14 m / 46 ft
- Day guests: 12
- Cabins: 4
- Crew: Skipper + hostess
- Cruise speed: 8 knots
- From: €1,850 per day (€11,200 per week)
A catamaran in Malta gives you deck space no monohull can match. Nobody fights for shade, children can move around safely, and the shallow draft lets the skipper tuck into Santa Marija Bay and the Crystal Lagoon when the day-boat crowds stay outside.
- Enormous shaded cockpit and trampoline bow
- Shallow draft for close-in Comino anchorages
- Stable at anchor — the family favourite
- Two swim ladders and a floating platform

### Riva Sport 38 — Day Cruiser
- Length: 11.6 m / 38 ft
- Day guests: 8
- Cabins: 1
- Crew: Skipper
- Cruise speed: 30 knots
- From: €890 per day (On request)
The most elegant way to spend four hours on the water. A skippered day cruiser suits couples, small families and anyone who wants a private boat tour in Malta without chartering a full crewed yacht.
- Fast, elegant boat rental in Malta for small groups
- Perfect for a sunset run around Grand Harbour
- Bimini shade and a cooled drinks locker
- Half-day charters from four hours

## Experiences

### Blue Lagoon & Comino, before the crowds
We leave Portomaso at 08:30 so your yacht is anchored in the Blue Lagoon while the ferries are still loading. Two hours of empty turquoise water, then Crystal Lagoon and the Santa Marija caves before lunch is served on deck.

### Gozo, the long way round
Dwejra, the Inland Sea, Xlendi and Ramla Bay in a single day, with a tender ashore at Mgarr for lunch if you want land under your feet. The best full-day yacht charter in Malta for guests who have already seen Comino.

### Grand Harbour at golden hour
Three hours through one of the great natural harbours in the world: the Three Cities, Fort St Angelo and the bastions of Valletta turning amber as the sun drops. Champagne and canapés served under way.

### Sicily & the Aeolian crossing
Malta to Syracuse in roughly six hours aboard the right yacht. A week-long programme can take in Taormina, Panarea and Stromboli, with all cruising permits and customs paperwork handled by our office.

### Celebrations & proposals
Anniversaries, birthdays and proposals arranged down to the flowers, the photographer in the tender and the moment the music starts. We have never had a guest ask for something we could not source in Malta.

### Corporate & incentive charters
Board meetings offshore, client hospitality during Malta's conference season and incentive days for teams of up to twelve per yacht. Invoicing, VAT documentation and multi-yacht coordination included.

## Itineraries and starting prices
| Itinerary | Duration | Guests | From | Route |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Sunset & Grand Harbour | 4 hours | Up to 8 guests | €890 | Portomaso departure → Sliema & Manoel Island → Grand Harbour bastions → Sunset drinks at anchor |
| Comino Half-Day | 6 hours | Up to 12 guests | €1,450 | Early departure → Blue Lagoon swim stop → Crystal Lagoon → Santa Marija caves |
| Three Islands Full Day | 8 hours | Up to 12 guests | €3,900 | Blue Lagoon → Comino caves → Gozo — Mgarr ix-Xini → Lunch on board → Golden-hour return |
| Gozo & Comino Escape | 3 days | Up to 8 overnight | €12,400 | Night in Mgarr marina → Dwejra & the Inland Sea → Ramla Bay → Xlendi dinner ashore |
| Malta, Gozo & Sicily | 7 days | Up to 10 overnight | €28,500 | Valletta → Comino → Gozo → Syracuse crossing → Taormina → Return to Malta |

## Pricing
| Yacht | Category | Guests | Day rate from | Week from |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Azure Signature 68 | Motor Yacht | 12 | €3,900 per day | €24,500 per week |
| Meridian Grand 105 | Superyacht | 12 | €11,500 per day | €78,000 per week |
| Levante 52 | Sailing Yacht | 10 | €1,450 per day | €8,900 per week |
| Lagoon Blue 46 | Catamaran | 12 | €1,850 per day | €11,200 per week |
| Riva Sport 38 | Day Cruiser | 8 | €890 per day | On request |

### Always included
- Exclusive use of the yacht — never shared
- Licensed captain and crew
- Fuel for the agreed cruising itinerary
- Full insurance and safety equipment
- Soft drinks, water, ice and towels
- Snorkelling gear and paddleboards
- Concierge planning before departure
- Marina fees at your home berth

### Optional extras
- Private chef or catering (from €65 per guest)
- Premium bar package and champagne
- Fuel beyond the agreed route
- Overnight berthing away from home marina
- Jet ski, Seabob and towed toys
- Airport, hotel and helicopter transfers
- Photographer, DJ, florist and security
- Crew gratuity (customarily 5–15%)

Indicative rates for planning. Final pricing depends on season, route, guest numbers and catering, and is confirmed in writing before any payment.

## How to book
1. **Tell us the shape of the day** — Dates, guest numbers, the mood you want. Two minutes on the enquiry form is enough for us to start matching yachts.
2. **Receive a curated shortlist** — Within four working hours you get two or three yachts with real availability, full specifications, photographs and an all-in price. No brochure spam.
3. **Confirm and personalise** — A 50% deposit holds the yacht. We then plan provisioning, dietary requirements, transfers and any surprises you have in mind.
4. **Step aboard** — Your concierge meets you at the pontoon, the crew is briefed on every preference, and the balance settles the week before you sail.

## Complete guide

### Why Malta is the Mediterranean's most efficient charter base
Malta packs an unusual amount of coastline into a very small cruising ground. From the marina at Portomaso you can be anchored in the Blue Lagoon in forty minutes, off the cliffs of Gozo in an hour, and inside Grand Harbour — one of the great natural harbours on earth — in twenty. Compare that with the French Riviera or the Balearics, where a meaningful anchorage is often a two-hour transit, and the appeal of a Malta yacht charter becomes obvious: almost every minute of your day is spent swimming, eating and looking at something remarkable rather than watching a wake.

The archipelago is also blessed with genuinely reliable weather. Between May and October the islands average more than eleven hours of sunshine a day, the sea holds 23–27°C from June onwards, and the prevailing northwest Majjistral breeze is steady enough for sailing yet rarely strong enough to spoil a day at anchor. Sheltered water can be found on one side of the islands whatever the wind is doing, so charters are cancelled for weather far less often here than elsewhere in the Med.

Then there is the practical side. Malta is a full EU member state with English as an official language, a mature superyacht services industry, world-class marina infrastructure and a rigorously enforced commercial licensing regime. Everything from crew certification to VAT invoicing works the way European clients expect it to, and there is a direct flight from almost every major European city.

### Bareboat, skippered or crewed: choosing the right charter
A bareboat yacht charter in Malta puts you in command. You take the yacht, you plan the route, you are responsible for the safety of everyone on board. It is the cheapest way to spend a week on the water and, for an experienced sailor with a recognised licence and logged sea miles, the most rewarding. Expect a thorough handover briefing, a refundable security deposit and a check-out inspection on return.

A skippered charter is the middle path and by far the most popular for day charters in Malta. A licensed local skipper handles navigation, anchoring and the tender. You gain local knowledge — which cove is empty on a Saturday, where the swell wraps around Comino in a northwesterly — without any of the responsibility. For most guests this is the correct choice.

A crewed luxury yacht charter adds interior service. A hostess manages the galley, the table and the guest cabins; on larger yachts a chef cooks to order and a deckhand runs the toys. The yacht becomes a floating villa with staff, and the difference in how relaxed the day feels is disproportionate to the difference in price. Above roughly 24 metres, crewed is the only format offered.

### Motor yacht or sailing yacht in Maltese waters?
A motor yacht buys you time. At 20–24 knots the whole archipelago is inside a one-hour radius, which means a full-day charter can genuinely include Comino, the Gozo coast and a sunset run through Grand Harbour. Air conditioning, a flybridge and a large bathing platform make hot August days considerably more comfortable, and motor yachts hold their guest numbers better: twelve people on a 68-foot flybridge are far less cramped than twelve on a 52-foot monohull.

A sailing yacht buys you atmosphere and economy. Under sail the engines are silent, fuel costs collapse and the crossing to Gozo becomes the point of the day rather than a transit. Weekly rates are a fraction of the motor equivalent, which is why Malta sailing holidays are the best value in the fleet. The trade-off is speed and, on a monohull, heel — you will not see three islands in a single day under sail.

A catamaran splits the difference. You get sailing costs, motor-yacht deck space, no heel at anchor and a shallow draft that lets a skipper anchor closer to shore than any monohull. For families and mixed groups it is very often the right answer, and it is the format we recommend most for a first catamaran charter in Malta.

### Licensing, safety and the rules that protect you
Every yacht offered for commercial charter in Malta must hold a valid commercial licence issued by Transport Malta, carry passenger liability insurance, pass annual safety inspections and operate with certified crew. This matters more than it sounds: a substantial number of boats advertised online to visitors are private vessels operating illegally, without commercial insurance. If a guest is injured aboard an unlicensed boat, the insurance simply does not respond.

We only place clients on licensed, insured, commercially registered yachts, and we will send you the licence and insurance certificate for your yacht before you pay a balance. Ask any operator for those two documents. A legitimate charter company in Malta produces them within the hour; the rest change the subject.

Passenger limits are also set by law — twelve guests under way on almost all crewed yachts — and the captain retains final authority on weather, routing and safety. If a captain elects not to sail, that decision is protecting you, and our terms let you reschedule or take a full refund of the charter fee in that situation.

### Planning a charter that actually feels effortless
The best charter days share one quality: someone thought about the sequence in advance. Departing at 08:30 rather than 10:00 changes the entire character of a Comino day. Serving lunch at anchor in Mgarr ix-Xini instead of in the lagoon means eating in shade and silence. Turning for home ninety minutes before sunset puts Grand Harbour in golden light exactly as you pass it. None of these decisions cost more; they simply require a planner who knows the islands.

Provisioning follows the same logic. A crewed charter runs a formal provisioning list — dietary requirements, allergies, children's food, preferred wines, brand of coffee, whether anyone actually drinks champagne at eleven in the morning. Guests who fill it in honestly always eat better. For weekly charters this is handled through the APA, so you are only ever charged what the captain actually spends.

Finally, build in slack. The most common regret we hear is an itinerary packed too tightly: four anchorages in eight hours turns a luxury charter into a bus tour. Three stops, long swims and an unhurried lunch is the format that guests remember and rebook. We would rather sell you the day you will repeat than the day that looks fullest on paper.

## When to charter
| Month | Average sea temperature | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| April | 17°C | Quiet, cool water, excellent value on weekly charters. |
| May | 19°C | Warm days, empty anchorages. Our favourite month. |
| June | 23°C | Long daylight, reliable northwest breeze for sailing. |
| July | 26°C | Peak season — book eight to twelve weeks ahead. |
| August | 27°C | Warmest water, busiest lagoon. Early departures matter. |
| September | 26°C | Warm sea, fewer boats. Best overall month to charter. |
| October | 24°C | Soft light, calm mornings, shoulder-season rates. |
| November | 21°C | Harbour cruising and corporate charters. |

## Embarkation points
- **Portomaso Marina, St Julian's** — Our primary embarkation point. Deep-water berths, valet parking and a five-minute walk from the Hilton and InterContinental.
- **Grand Harbour Marina, Birgu** — The most cinematic departure in the Mediterranean, and the closest berth to Valletta's cruise terminal.
- **Msida & Ta' Xbiex Marina** — Central, sheltered and ideal for sailing yacht charters and week-long Malta sailing holidays.
- **Mgarr Marina, Gozo** — Overnight berthing for Gozo itineraries, with restaurants and taxis on the quay.

## Guest feedback
- "We chartered for four days around Gozo and Comino. The crew anticipated everything — my wife still talks about the lunch off Mgarr ix-Xini." — James D., Private charter, September
- "Twelve clients, one yacht, zero logistics for me. Transfers, catering and the invoicing all handled properly." — Marta R., Corporate charter, Portomaso
- "We asked to be in the Blue Lagoon before the ferries. They had us anchored at 09:10 with the place to ourselves." — Alex & Sofia K., Full-day charter, July

## Charter services and destinations

### Yacht Charter Malta
Crewed charters across the Maltese islands, from a single day on the water to a full week aboard.
- **Malta Yacht Charter** — Full-service crewed charter across Malta, Gozo and Comino.
- **Yacht Charter Malta** — Day, weekly and bespoke charter programmes.
- **Yacht Hire Malta** — Hire a private yacht with skipper and hostess.
- **Yacht Rental Malta** — Short-notice rentals from Portomaso and Sliema.
- **Charter A Yacht In Malta** — Step-by-step concierge booking.
- **Charter Yacht Malta** — Curated yachts matched to your guest list.
- **Yacht Charter Companies In Malta** — How to compare Maltese charter operators.
- **Best Yacht Charter Malta** — What separates a first-class charter from an average one.
- **Yacht Charter Malta Price** — Transparent day rates, extras and APA explained.
- **Malta Yacht Charter Service** — Concierge, provisioning and transfers included.
- **Malta Yacht Charter Mediterranean** — Malta as a Mediterranean charter base.

### Luxury & Superyacht
Larger yachts, full crew, chef service and the level of discretion high-profile guests expect.
- **Luxury Yacht Charter Malta** — Our flagship crewed luxury programme.
- **Malta Luxury Yacht Charter** — Chef, hostess and tailored itineraries.
- **Super Yacht Charter Malta** — 30m+ yachts with full interior crew.
- **Private Yacht Charter Malta** — Exclusive use — no shared decks, ever.
- **Malta Crewed Yacht Charter** — Captain, deckhand, hostess and optional chef.
- **Motor Yacht Charter Malta** — Fast, air-conditioned motor yachts.
- **Malta Motor Yacht Charter** — Flybridge cruising with water toys.
- **Skippered Yacht Charter Malta** — Licensed local skipper included.
- **Malta Charter Yacht** — Availability calendar and fleet matching.

### Day Charter & Private Tours
The most-requested format in Malta: sunrise to sunset, Blue Lagoon and back, entirely private.
- **Yacht Day Charter Malta** — 8-hour private day with skipper.
- **Malta Yacht Charter Day** — Half-day and full-day options.
- **Day Yacht Charter Malta** — Comino, Crystal Lagoon and Gozo routes.
- **Yacht Day Charter In Malta** — Marina embarkation and timings.
- **Malta Private Boat Tours** — Private guided tours with local crew.
- **Yacht Charter Tours Malta** — Themed routes: caves, coves and coastline.
- **Island Yacht Charter Malta** — Three islands in a single day.
- **On A Yacht Charter In Malta** — What a day on board actually looks like.

### Sailing & Catamaran
Wind-powered charters and multihulls for shade, stability and space at anchor.
- **Sailing Yacht Charter Malta** — Modern cruising yachts, 12–20m.
- **Charter Sailing Yacht Malta** — Skippered sailing across the channel.
- **Sailing Malta** — Winds, seasons and sailing conditions.
- **Malta Sailing Holiday** — Week-long sailing itineraries.
- **Catamaran Malta** — Spacious catamarans for groups.
- **Bareboat Yacht Charter Malta** — Self-skippered with a valid licence.
- **Malta Bareboat Yacht Charter** — Licence requirements and deposits.
- **Malta Yacht Charter Bareboat** — Handover, briefing and check-out.

### Boat Rental & Hire
Smaller craft and day boats for couples, families and short coastal outings.
- **Boat Rental Malta** — Day boats and RIBs with or without skipper.
- **Malta Boat Rental** — Hourly and daily rental rates.
- **Rent A Boat In Malta** — What you need to rent legally.
- **Boats For Rent In Malta** — Current availability by size.
- **Boat Charter Malta** — Charter formats compared.
- **Malta Boat Hire** — Sliema, Bugibba and Marsamxett pickups.

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does a luxury yacht charter in Malta cost?
A skippered day cruiser starts at around €890 for a half day. A crewed luxury motor yacht for twelve guests is typically €3,500–€6,000 per day, and a fully crewed superyacht with a chef runs from about €11,500 per day or €78,000 per week. Fuel for the agreed route, crew, insurance and soft drinks are included in our day rates; catering, premium bar and gratuity are extra.

### What is included in a Malta yacht charter day rate?
Exclusive use of the yacht, a licensed captain and crew, fuel for the planned itinerary, full insurance, safety equipment, towels, ice, soft drinks, snorkelling gear and paddleboards, plus concierge planning before you sail and marina fees at your home berth.

### How many guests can join a private yacht charter in Malta?
Maltese commercial regulations cap most crewed yachts at twelve guests while under way. Larger groups are handled with two yachts cruising together, or with a static event berth in Grand Harbour where higher numbers are permitted.

### Do I need a licence to rent a boat in Malta?
Only for a bareboat charter. A bareboat requires a recognised skipper's licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC or equivalent) plus verifiable sea miles and a refundable security deposit. Every skippered and crewed charter needs nothing from you at all.

### What is the difference between bareboat, skippered and crewed charter?
Bareboat means you take the yacht yourself and are responsible for navigation and safety. Skippered adds a licensed professional at the helm. Crewed adds interior service — typically a hostess, and on larger yachts a chef and deckhand — so the yacht runs like a private villa on water.

### When is the best time to charter a yacht in Malta?
May, June, September and early October offer the best combination of warm sea, stable weather and uncrowded anchorages. July and August are the warmest and busiest; book eight to twelve weeks ahead for those dates.

### Where do charters depart from?
Most departures are from Portomaso Marina in St Julian's. Grand Harbour Marina in Birgu, Msida, Ta' Xbiex and Mgarr in Gozo are all available on request, and we can collect guests from a hotel jetty by tender.

### Can we go to the Blue Lagoon and Comino?
Yes — it is the single most requested route in Malta. From Portomaso the Blue Lagoon is roughly forty minutes at cruising speed. We recommend an 08:30 departure so you are anchored before the passenger ferries arrive.

### Can we visit Gozo by yacht in one day?
Comfortably. A full-day charter can take in the Blue Lagoon, the Comino caves and the Gozo coastline including Mgarr ix-Xini and Xlendi, with a tender ashore for lunch if you want it.

### Is a yacht charter to Sicily possible from Malta?
Yes. Syracuse is roughly six hours from Malta on a fast motor yacht. Longer programmes take in Taormina, the Aeolian Islands and Stromboli. We handle cruising permits, customs clearance and crew paperwork.

### What happens if the weather is bad?
The captain has final say on safety. If a charter cannot sail because of weather, you may reschedule to any mutually available date or, where no alternative works, receive a full refund of the charter fee.

### Do you cater for dietary requirements?
Always. Vegan, halal, kosher, gluten-free, allergy-safe and children's menus are all standard requests. Tell us at booking and the galley plans around it.

### Are children welcome on board?
Yes. We carry child life jackets in every size, and catamarans and larger motor yachts are the safest, most comfortable platforms for families with young children.

### Can we charter a yacht for a birthday, wedding or proposal?
Regularly. Flowers, photographers, cake, musicians, drone footage and a specific anchorage at a specific minute are all arranged in advance by the concierge team.

### How far in advance should I book a Malta yacht charter?
For July and August, eight to twelve weeks. For May, June, September and October, three to four weeks is usually enough. We also hold last-minute availability and can often confirm a yacht within twenty-four hours.

### What is APA on a luxury charter?
APA — Advance Provisioning Allowance — applies to weekly crewed and superyacht charters. It is typically 25–35% of the charter fee, paid before boarding, and covers fuel, food, drink, berthing and shore costs. The captain accounts for every euro and returns the balance at the end.

### Is a deposit required?
A 50% deposit confirms the booking and the balance is due seven days before departure. Bareboat charters also require a refundable security deposit against the yacht.

### Can we swim, snorkel and use water toys?
Yes. Every yacht carries snorkelling gear and paddleboards; Seabobs, jet skis, towed inflatables and diving equipment are available on request and are covered by the yacht's insurance.

### Do you offer sailing holidays in Malta?
Yes. Week-long sailing holidays run Malta–Comino–Gozo, with optional Sicilian legs. They can be run bareboat with a licence, or skippered with an optional hostess.

### Is a catamaran better than a monohull in Malta?
For day charters with a group, usually yes — a catamaran offers more shade, more deck space and far less roll at anchor. For sailing performance and a lower price point, a monohull sailing yacht is the better choice.

### How private is a private charter?
Completely. The yacht is yours alone; there are no shared decks or joining passengers. Crew sign non-disclosure agreements on request, and we can arrange discreet transfers and security for high-profile guests.

### How do I book?
Send an enquiry with your dates and guest numbers, or call the charter office. You will have a curated shortlist with real availability and all-in pricing within four working hours.

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