1 boats and yachts available for charter in Ta' Xbiex
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- Leopard, 51 PowerCat
- 2017
- Ta' Xbiex
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- 10 berths
- 5 cabin
- 10 guests
- 15.2 m
- 4 WC
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Boat rental options by trip length in Ta' Xbiex
Rent yachts in Ta' Xbiex by trip length, including day charter, multi-day charter, and weekly charter.
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Day Charter
Flexible half-day and full-day yacht charters in Ta' Xbiex to explore nearby bays.
from €1,977 / night
Multi-Day Charter
2-3 day yacht charters in Ta' Xbiex to recharge in secluded coves and hidden anchorages.
from €1,977 / night
Weekly Charter
7-day weekly yacht charters in Ta' Xbiex to explore secluded bays and multiple sailing destinations.
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Yacht charter in Ta' Xbiex
Ta' Xbiex occupies a compact peninsula between Msida and Gżira, facing Manoel Island and the fortified Valletta side of Marsamxett Harbour. Its curved waterfront, yacht marinas and sailing-club facilities give it the character of a sheltered urban yachting base rather than a beach or anchorage destination.
A yacht charter in Ta' Xbiex can begin with protected harbour cruising before continuing into the more exposed waters around Malta. The location suits travelers who want convenient access to marine services while remaining close to waterfront promenades, historic villas and urban sights. It can support a short harbour outing, a coastal day cruise or the start of a longer itinerary toward Comino and Gozo. Travelers considering a wider Malta yacht charter can therefore use Ta' Xbiex as both a practical departure area and an introduction to the island country's maritime landscape.
Places to explore from Marsamxett Harbour
The immediate setting is part of the experience. From the Ta' Xbiex waterfront, views extend toward Manoel Island and Fort Manoel, while the harbour opens toward Valletta and its fortified skyline. Msida and Gżira adjoin the peninsula, and the connected promenades make it easy to combine time aboard with an urban waterfront walk.
For a longer day on the water, Comino is a possible coastal-cruise objective, with the return passage bringing the yacht back into Marsamxett Harbour. Gozo becomes more relevant on a multi-day charter, allowing time to connect Malta's main islands without compressing the passage into a single outing. The appropriate choice depends on the available time and, importantly, conditions beyond the harbour entrance.
Sailing conditions in and beyond the harbour
Cruising begins in the protected inner waters of Marsamxett Harbour. The surrounding shores and marina breakwaters provide substantial shelter, including protection from the prevailing north-westerly winds and a reduction in north-easterly swell. This creates a relatively calm setting for departures, arrivals and harbour sailing.
That protection should not be mistaken for a guide to conditions along the open coast. North-westerly and westerly winds are common around Malta, and yachts become more exposed after leaving the harbour. Coastal passages toward Comino or Gozo should therefore be planned around the marine forecast rather than conditions observed at the berth. Summers are generally drier and more settled, while winter brings stronger winds, more rain and greater variability. January is notably windy, gales occur more often in March and December, and October can bring variable strong gusts.
The best time for a Ta' Xbiex yacht charter
Recreational charter activity is concentrated between May and October. June and September are particularly suitable months, combining favorable seasonal conditions with positions on either side of the busiest part of summer. They are useful choices for travelers seeking a substantial coastal itinerary rather than limiting the trip to sheltered harbour waters.
July and August form the principal peak, with predominantly dry, settled summer weather but stronger seasonal demand. May offers shoulder-season cruising before the height of summer. October can also be suitable, although its greater risk of rain, gusts and interrupted sailing days makes itinerary flexibility more important. Marina-based sailing continues outside the main season, but winter trips face wetter, windier and less dependable conditions.
Coastal routes from Ta' Xbiex
One established option is a round coastal cruise to Comino, returning to Ta' Xbiex through Marsamxett Harbour. It offers a clear day-cruise objective while retaining the convenience of returning to the same marina district.
A multi-day circuit can connect Ta' Xbiex with Gozo, Comino and Valletta before returning to the starting area. This format creates more time for cruising and stops ashore, while allowing the route to be adjusted as coastal conditions change. Because the harbour is appreciably more sheltered than the open coast, the sequence and length of each passage should remain responsive to the forecast.
Waterfront culture and time ashore
Ta' Xbiex offers a yacht-holiday rhythm shaped by both sailing and city access. Time aboard may begin with harbour views of Manoel Island and Valletta, followed by coastal cruising, while evenings or breaks between passages can be spent along Ix-Xatt ta' Ta' Xbiex and the adjoining promenades.
The villa-lined waterfront reflects the locality's early-20th-century development. Four villas on Ta' Xbiex Terrace later formed part of HMS Gregale, an Allied Coastal Forces base during the Second World War, adding a distinct maritime layer to the area's history. The Royal Malta Yacht Club, founded in 1835 and based in its converted Ta' Xbiex clubhouse since 2009, reinforces the peninsula's continuing sailing identity. These features make the location especially relevant to travelers who want to combine scenic cruising with history ashore.
Access, marinas and departure points
Ta' Xbiex is reached by road from Malta International Airport. Public buses serve the Valletta, Msida, Gżira and Sliema corridor, while the waterfront connects on foot with the promenades of neighboring Msida and Gżira.
Potential departure points in the marina district include Msida & Ta' Xbiex Marina, Roland Marina and the Royal Malta Yacht Club Marina. Together with nearby chandleries, maintenance services, provisioning and restaurants, they establish Ta' Xbiex as a practical yachting area within the capital-region harbour. It is best understood as a combination of departure setting and waterfront place to explore, rather than as a standalone beach resort. Exact berth and embarkation arrangements should be confirmed for the individual charter.
Planning your charter
When comparing yacht charter or boat rental options in Ta' Xbiex, first decide whether the priority is a sheltered harbour outing, a same-day coastal return or a multi-day circuit involving Comino and Gozo. The intended route has a greater bearing on timing and weather flexibility than the calm appearance of the inner marina might suggest.
Confirm the embarkation marina, berth arrangements and required documentation before arrival. Visiting yachts should also check current navigation notices and guidance from the relevant marina and Transport Malta. Numerous submerged moorings exist within Marsamxett Harbour, so unauthorized berths should not be selected without consulting the authority. Msida & Ta' Xbiex Marina uses stern-to berthing with pickup mooring lines and applies a low marina speed limit; these are operational matters for the yacht team but useful context for understanding arrivals and departures.
For longer itineraries, allow room for forecasts to change the order or duration of passages, particularly in October and outside the principal May-to-October season. Provisioning and everyday services are available around the marina district, making pre-departure preparation convenient.
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When is the best time for yacht charter in Ta' Xbiex?
The best time for yacht charter in Ta' Xbiex depends on the season, with each period offering different sailing conditions and travel experiences.
June, July, August, September
Peak season
The busiest charter period in Ta' Xbiex falls in June, July, August, September: 25°C air, 26°C sea, 26 sunny days a month and wind averaging 9 knots.
HIGH SEASON
April, May, October, November
Shoulder
Shoulder season in Ta' Xbiex covers April, May, October, November: 19°C air, 21°C sea, 15 sunny days a month and wind averaging 12 knots.
SHOULDER
January, February, March, December
Low season
Low season in Ta' Xbiex covers January, February, March, December: 15°C air, 17°C sea, 13 sunny days a month and wind averaging 14 knots.
LOW
Best months, weather & price guide for Ta' Xbiex yacht charter
Weather, sea and price values are multi-year climate averages for Ta' Xbiex. The average price shows the seasonal price trend.
| Month | JAN | FEB | MAR | APR | MAY | JUN | JUL | AUG | SEP | OCT | NOV | DEC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌡️ Avg. temperature | 15° | 15° | 15° | 16° | 19° | 23° | 26° | 27° | 25° | 23° | 20° | 16° |
| ☀️ Avg. sunny days A day is counted as sunny when average daytime cloud cover is 30% or less. | 12 days | 13 days | 17 days | 14 days | 20 days | 24 days | 31 days | 29 days | 20 days | 17 days | 10 days | 11 days |
| 🌧️ Avg. days with rain A day is counted as rainy when at least 1 mm of rain falls. Monthly rainfall | 8 days44 mm | 5 days42 mm | 6 days27 mm | 2 days7 mm | 3 days11 mm | 1 days3 mm | 1 days3 mm | 4 days32 mm | 6 days65 mm | 11 days87 mm | 10 days57 mm | |
| 💨 Avg. wind Shows how windy a typical day is during this month, based on the full-day average. | 14 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 13 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 14 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 12 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 11 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 8 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 8 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 8 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 9 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 11 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 12 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 14 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. |
| 🌊 Avg. seawater temperature | 17° | 16° | 16° | 17° | 19° | 24° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 24° | 22° | 19° |
| 📅 Season | LOW | LOW | LOW | SWEET SPOT | SWEET SPOT | HIGH SEASON | HIGH SEASON | HIGH SEASON | HIGH SEASON | SHOULDER | SHOULDER | LOW |
Boat rental prices in Ta' Xbiex
Average overnight Catamaran charter prices in Ta' Xbiex, starting from €1,964 per night.Average Catamaran daily rental prices in Ta' Xbiex, starting from €1,964 per day.
Yacht Type
AVERAGE PRICE
BOAT COUNT
Catamaran AVERAGE PRICE€1,964 / night
BOAT COUNT1 catamaran available
Catamaran
AVERAGE PRICE
€1,964
/ night
BOAT COUNT
1
catamaran available
€1,964
€1,964
Prices vary by yacht type, size, season and charter type. Additional costs such as fuel, skipper fees and security deposit may apply.
Last updated at September 13, 2026
Yacht Type
AVERAGE PRICE
BOAT COUNT
Catamaran AVERAGE PRICE€1,964 / day
BOAT COUNT1 catamaran available
Catamaran
AVERAGE PRICE
€1,964
/ day
BOAT COUNT
1
catamaran available
€1,964
€1,964
Prices vary by yacht type, size, season and charter type. Additional costs such as fuel, skipper fees and security deposit may apply.
Last updated at September 13, 2026
Frequently asked questions about yacht charter in Ta' Xbiex
Learn everything you need to know about boat rental in Ta' Xbiex, including costs, yacht types, charter options and sailing requirements.
How much does a yacht charter cost in Ta' Xbiex?
In Ta' Xbiex, overnight yacht charters average €1,964 per night, with prices starting from €1,964. Day charters start from €280 per day. Prices vary by boat type, travel dates, charter duration and departure location. June, July, August, September are usually the busiest months, when availability tends to fill up fastest. Flexible dates outside this period may offer more choice and lower starting prices.
Starting prices by boat type in Ta' Xbiex are:
Overnight charters
- Catamaran: from €1,964 per night / €13,748 per week
Day charters
- Catamaran: from €1,964 per day
Starting prices by boat type in Ta' Xbiex are:
Overnight charters
- Catamaran: from €1,964 per night / €13,748 per week
Day charters
- Catamaran: from €1,964 per day
What types of boats are available for charter in Ta' Xbiex?
In Ta' Xbiex, 1 boats are available for charter across 1 main types. Catamaran are the most widely available option.
- Catamaran: 1 available
- Catamaran: 1 available
Can I charter a yacht bareboat, with a skipper or with a crew in Ta' Xbiex?
In Ta' Xbiex, yachts are available as skippered charters. There are 1 skippered charter options available.
What is the best time for yacht charter in Ta' Xbiex?
June, July, August, September are the main yacht charter season in Ta' Xbiex. During this period, average daytime temperatures reach up to 27°C, while average sea temperatures are around 26°C.
What are the popular yacht charter locations near Ta' Xbiex?
How many guests can a yacht charter accommodate in Ta' Xbiex?
Yachts available for charter in Ta' Xbiex accommodate 10 guests, depending on the yacht and charter type. The average overnight capacity is 10 guests, while the average cruising capacity is 10 guests. Since overnight and cruising capacities may differ, check the capacity listed on the yacht’s detail page before booking.
What are the most widely available yacht models in Ta' Xbiex?
The most widely available yacht models in Ta' Xbiex include Leopard 51 PowerCat.