TA' XBIEX SAILING FIELD GUIDE
Late‑afternoon on the Beneteau 48 Allegra: an eight‑hour sunset charter from Ta' Xbiex into Malta and Gozo's anchorages
An 8‑hour private late charter that visits weather‑chosen anchorages for swimming, snorkeling and paddling, returns at sunset and finishes with a night tour of Valletta Harbour and the Three Cities — this guide lays out what to expect and how to plan.
Late‑afternoon on the Beneteau 48 Allegra: an eight‑hour sunset charter from Ta' Xbiex into Malta and Gozo's anchorages.
Board the Beneteau 48 in Ta' Xbiex for a deliberately late departure that turns an ordinary afternoon into an extended maritime evening: you’ll cruise to one of the sheltered anchorages around Malta or Gozo for swimming, snorkeling and shoreline exploration, then return under a sea sunset and finish with a night tour of Valletta Harbour and the Three Cities before coming back to the marina.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Sheltered anchorages around Malta and Gozo
The itinerary deliberately chooses one of the many spectacular anchorages near Malta or Gozo based on the day’s weather, giving you calm waters for a late‑afternoon stop off the coast.
Swimming, snorkeling and paddling from the deck
At the chosen anchorage you are free to swim and snorkel and to explore the shoreline using the charter’s onboard canoe and paddle board for a hands‑on marine interlude.
Sunset and a nocturnal harbour tour
The return leg is timed for sunset at sea, capped by an optional last‑minute night tour of Valletta Harbour and the Three Cities before the vessel docks back at the marina.
What the day feels like
What the late charter feels like
The day unfolds deliberately late: meet at the boat early afternoon, receive a safety briefing, slide out to a nearby anchorage chosen for that day’s conditions, then spend unhurried hours swimming, snorkeling and paddling before sailing back as the sky darkens and the city lights of Valletta and the Three Cities come alive.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this charter
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is an 8‑hour private late charter that meets at the boat at 1pm and typically returns to the marina around 9pm.
The charter includes use of an onboard canoe and a paddle board; guests may swim and snorkel at the anchorage selected for the day.
A light meal with some wine can be arranged for a small fee; menus can be tailored to offer local seasonal dishes.
Meet at the boat in Ta' Xbiex at 1pm for the safety briefing before departure.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the charter?
The late charter runs for 8 hours.
When and where do we meet?
You meet at the boat in Ta' Xbiex at 1pm; a safety briefing is given prior to leaving the berth.
Which anchorages will we visit?
The crew will select one of the many spectacular anchorages around Malta or Gozo depending on the day’s weather conditions.
Can we swim and use watercraft?
Yes — at the anchorage guests are free to swim and snorkel and to explore the shoreline using the onboard canoe and paddle board.
Is food provided?
A light meal with some wine can be arranged for a small fee, and menus can be tailored to local seasonal dishes.
Will we do a night tour?
The return leg includes a last‑minute night tour of Valletta Harbour and the Three Cities before returning to the marina at about 9pm.