Break down pricing for catamarans and yachts in Malta, including peak vs low season and optional upgrades. Whether you're interested in a Blue Lagoon charter, a sunset cruise, or exploring Gozo and Comino, we provide transparent pricing for every experience. Compare boat options to find the right fit for your budget, check our full pricing page, and book now.
What does a private catamaran charter in Malta actually cost in 2026?
For a private, full-day Blue Lagoon catamaran charter on La Zingara (Lagoon 450) or Chardonnay (Lagoon 440), expect from €862 in shoulder season (October–May) and €1,100 in peak season (June–September). That's the flat rate for the boat — not per person — and it covers up to 28 guests on La Zingara or 24 guests on Chardonnay. A private sunset cruise is a flat €864 for the boat year-round, so the only variable on a sunset is whether you add catering or bar service.
Per-head, that breaks down at €31–€54 per person for a group of 20 in shoulder season — comparable to or cheaper than a shared tourist boat trip, and with the whole boat to yourselves for the day.
What's included in the price?
Every Malta catamaran hire on our fleet includes the professional skipper and crew, fuel for the standard route, all safety equipment, stand-up paddle boards, snorkelling gear, inflatables, a gas BBQ, a full-size fridge with ice and coolers, and a freshwater deck shower. You bring your own food and drink — everything you need to store, chill and cook is on board, and there's no per-bottle corkage to worry about.
Not included by default: catering (grazing platters, BBQ chef or full private chef on Chardonnay), bar service, decor for proposals or birthdays, and transfers from your hotel. These are all opt-in add-ons and we quote them transparently before you confirm. The base rate never changes silently between quote and balance.
What makes the price go up — and down?
Four things move the number on a Malta catamaran charter:
- Season. Peak (June–September) is roughly €238 more than shoulder. The water is warmer and the days are longer, so it's worth the premium for many groups — but May and October are the value sweet-spot if you can flex.
- Group size. The boat price is fixed, so per-person cost drops with each guest you add. A boat for 8 people costs the same as a boat for 28; the per-head economics improve dramatically once you fill seats.
- Itinerary. Standard Blue Lagoon and sunset routes are flat-priced. Extending to a Gozo-and-Comino loop or a multi-stop celebration may add fuel and crew time, which we quote up front.
- Add-ons. Catering, bar, decor, photography and transfers are all priced individually. Most groups spend €15–€40 per person on catering if they don't BYO.
Peak weekends in July and August book out 8–10 weeks ahead. If you're flexible on day-of-week, Tuesday–Thursday departures consistently have the best availability, and the swim spots are noticeably quieter.
Why Malta boat charters cost what they cost
If you've seen aggregator listings advertising "Malta boat trips from €30 per person," those are shared group excursions on large commercial boats — typically 80–150 passengers, fixed itinerary, no flexibility. A private catamaran charter is a different product entirely: the boat is yours, the day is yours, and the swim stops are agreed with your skipper on the water based on wind and what your group wants to do. It's closer in feel to chartering a small yacht than taking a tour.
On the other end of the scale, some luxury-yacht concierges quote €2,500–€5,000 for similar day charters in Malta. Those are typically larger motor yachts with crew of four or more and a different fuel profile. Our Lagoon catamarans sit in the middle — private, spacious, properly crewed, and transparently priced for groups who want quality without the superyacht overhead.
How does this compare to chartering elsewhere in the Mediterranean?
Malta sits at the affordable end of the Mediterranean catamaran market. Comparable Lagoon 450 day charters in Mallorca, Ibiza, or the French Riviera typically start at €1,400–€2,200 in shoulder season, partly because berth fees, VAT and operator costs are higher in those waters. Our €862 starting point reflects Malta's smaller footprint (Sliema departures, short transit times to swim spots) and the fact that we operate the boats directly rather than through a charter broker.
The flip side: Malta's cruising area is compact. A day charter here means swim stops at Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon, the Comino caves, Santa Marija, or Gozo's southern bays — not week-long passages between islands. If you want the cruising experience of the Cyclades or the Balearics, Malta isn't the right destination. If you want one of the best day-on-the-water experiences in the Mediterranean for the price, it absolutely is.
How to get the best value
Three levers consistently get you the most catamaran for your money:
- Book shoulder-season dates (October, May) — same boat, same crew, same itinerary, ~€216 less.
- Fill the boat. The price is the same whether you bring 8 guests or 28 on La Zingara, so per-head cost drops fast with each added guest. Splitting the cost across a fuller boat is the biggest single saving available.
- BYO catering from a Sliema supermarket if budget is tight. The on-board fridge and BBQ mean you can put together a proper lunch for €10–€15 per head instead of €25–€40 with a chef. Champagne, beer and soft drinks are all easier to provision yourself.
Ready to see real dates and price your group? Our pricing page has the full table, and the booking assistant shows live availability for both boats. If you'd rather chat through options first, message us on WhatsApp — same crew, same answers, no broker in the middle.