Sailing Malta: The Ultimate Cruising Guide (2026)
Planning to sail Malta? In this complete Malta Cruising Guide, we cover everything you need to know before arriving, from entry formalities and Schengen rules to weather, navigation, marinas, anchorages, provisioning, boat services, and the best places to explore. We cruise through Malta, Gozo, and Comino, including Valletta and its historic harbours, the incredible waters around the Blue Lagoon and Crystal Lagoon, Gozo’s dramatic coastline, Marsaxlokk, St. Paul’s Bay, Mellieħa Bay, and more. Whether you're planning a short Mediterranean sailing trip, crossing between Europe and North Africa, or looking for somewhere to base your boat for the winter, this guide will help you understand what cruising Malta is really like. In this episode: 00:10 Introduction 00:53 Malta, Gozo & Comino Geography 01:48 Entry Formalities & Schengen Rules 03:27 Navigation & Sea Conditions 04:26 Weather & Best Sailing Season 05:20 Boat Services & Provisioning 06:03 Marinas, Anchorages & Moorings 07:54 Best Things to Do 09:29 Food & Maltese Culture 10:17 Pros & Cons of Cruising Malta 11:45 My Favourite Anchorage in Malta If you've sailed Malta before, share your favourite anchorages, marinas, restaurants, and local tips in the comments. Cruising guides are always better when they're built by the community. Subscribe to Your Cruising Guide for practical sailing guides from cruising destinations around the world. #SailingMalta #CruisingMalta #MaltaSailing #MaltaCruisingGuide #Gozo #Comino #SailingMediterranean #Liveaboard #SailingGuide #YourCruisingGuide