Mediterranean · Sicily and Malta
Cabin Charter in Sicily and Malta: Sailing Trips in Southern Italy
Volcanic islands, warm autumn days and a long season: from Sicily you sail to the Aeolian and Aegadian Islands, from Malta to Gozo and Comino or across to Sicily. You book a berth and sail with a skipper.
Updated: 10 November 2026 · Redaktion toernfinder.de
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The essentials at a glance
Season
all year round, most dates in April and December
Duration
Usually one week
Most common departure ports
Capo d Orlando, Valletta, Catania, Palermo and Milazzo
Requirements
No sailing licence required
Week-long trip per person
usually 600–900 €
Current sailing trips from Sicily and Malta
Here you can see a changing selection of current trips starting in Sicily or Malta. Your enquiry goes directly to the provider.
Sailing around Sicily: the sailing area
Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean. Almost every coast has its own destinations, but most trips sail to the small islands off the coast.
- Aeolian Islands: Lipari, Salina, Vulcano and Stromboli in the north. On Stromboli you can often see the glow of the volcano at night. Hiking and sailing are combined in the article Hike & Sail Aeolian Islands.
- Aegadian Islands: Favignana, Levanzo and Marettimo off Trapani in the west, with clear water and quiet bays.
- East coast: Catania and Taormina beneath Mount Etna, and further south Syracuse with the old town of Ortigia.
- South coast: Licata and Marina di Ragusa. From here it is not far to Malta.
For an overview of all Italian sailing areas, see Sailing in Italy.
Can you sail from Malta?
Yes. Malta lies about 50 nautical miles south of Sicily. Many sailing trips start from the marinas of Msida or Birgu and head for the neighbouring islands of Gozo and Comino, or across to Sicily.
The Blue Lagoon off Comino is crowded in summer; early in the morning or in the low season it is quieter. For the crossing to Sicily, the skipper will plan a long day's sailing. Getting there and the harbours are described in the profile Marinas in Msida and Birgu.
Harbours in Sicily and Malta
The table below shows where the trips start. Many harbours have profiles with directions and tips.
PalermoCapital in the north, major airportHarbour profile →
MilazzoSpringboard to the Aeolian IslandsHarbour profile →
Capo d'OrlandoNorth coast, with views of the Aeolian IslandsHarbour profile →
TrapaniIn the west, off the Aegadian IslandsHarbour profile →
CataniaBeneath Mount Etna on the east coastHarbour profile →
Marina di RagusaOn the south coast, towards MaltaHarbour profile →
Msida and Birgu (Malta)Marinas around VallettaHarbour profile →
More port guides
Getting there, marinas and destinations for ports where trips on this page start.
Capo d'Orlando Marina in SicilyMarinas in Msida and Birgu (Malta)Ports in Catania (Sicily)Harbours in Palermo (Sicily)Ports in MilazzoPorto Turistico Marina di RagusaPort of Zakynthos TownMarsala harbour in SicilyPorto dell'Etna in Ripostoharbours in TrapaniHarbours in Lefkada and LygiaMarina di Villasimius
Törnfinder data
Sailing trips in Sicily and Malta in numbers
Analysed: all sailing trips in Sicily and Malta published on Törnfinder. As of: 13.11.2026.
Most common departure ports
- 1Capo d Orlando21 trips
- 2Valletta14 trips
- 3Catania6 trips
- 4Palermo6 trips
- 5Milazzo3 trips
90 %of trips last 7–8 days
61 %are round trips, start and finish in the same port
2 %take place on a traditional ship or tall ship
13different departure ports
4countries on offer, led by Italy and Malta
200 nmcovered by a typical week-long trip
As of 13.11.2026: Törnfinder lists around 60 Sicily and Malta trips from 11 providers. 90 % last 7–8 days and 61 % are round trips with the same start and end port. Most trips start in Capo d Orlando, Valletta and Catania, and most departures are in April and December. A week-long trip usually costs 600–900 € per person.
How these figures are calculated
The analysis covers all sailing trips published on Törnfinder that start in Sicily or Malta with a start date of today or later; the figures are recalculated twice a day. Prices are the providers' figures per person; offers for a whole yacht with skipper, which are priced per boat, are not included in the prices. “Usually” refers to the middle half of the offers, with the cheapest and the most expensive quarters left out. The departure harbour is the starting harbour named in the listing, and a round trip is a trip with the same departure and destination harbour. The texts on this page are written and checked by the editorial team of toernfinder.de.
Best time for a sailing trip in Sicily
In Sicily and Malta, sailing trips run all year round. In high summer it is hot and the harbours are full; spring and autumn are considered the most pleasant times.
When the trips start
Most Sicily and Malta trips start in April and December. Trips are available all year round.
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DecAll sailing trips in Sicily and Malta published on Törnfinder for the next twelve months. As of: 13.11.2026.
What does a sailing trip in Sicily cost?
Most common are week-long trips, usually 600–900 € per person, with a day on board costing around 95 € on average. There are flights to Palermo, Catania and Malta.
| Trip duration | Price per person (usually) | per day | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7–9 days, week-long trip | 600–900 € | around 95 € | 53 |
"Usually" means: the middle half of all offers falls within this range; the cheapest and most expensive quarters are not included. Click on the duration to see the corresponding trips.
On top of the trip price come travel costs and usually the ship's kitty for food, harbour fees and diesel. The box shows what typically belongs in it.
What's included in the price and what goes into the crew kitty
Included in the trip price
- Your bunk on board
- The vessel
- The skipper
Usually via the crew kitty
- Food
- Hafengeld
- Diesel
Usually around 150–300 € per person per week, depending on what the group agrees, for example whether restaurant visits are included. On some boats, meals are already included in the price.
It is best to clarify in advance with the provider exactly what is included.
Also nearby
Many of these trips also call at these countries. Each card shows all trips there.
Malta
21 trips
next departure 28.11.2026
week usually 570–900 € per person
Show trips →Greece
316 trips
next departure 14.11.2026
week usually 730–990 € per person
Show trips →Spain
251 trips
next departure 14.11.2026
week usually 790–950 € per person
Show trips →Popular trip types
Besides classic crew trips, these trip types are offered most often here.
Mileage-building
6 trips
Long passages with night sailing, many miles in a short time.
next departure 03.01.2027
week usually 790–1,200 € per person
Show trips →Crewed yacht charter
4 trips
The whole yacht with skipper, just for your group.
next departure 22.05.2027
week from 5,900 € per yacht
Show trips →Event sailing
1 trip
By ship to Hanse Sail, Kiel Week and other harbour festivals.
next departure 29.05.2027
week from 1,300 € per person
Show trips →Frequently asked questions about sailing in Sicily and Malta
Short answers to the questions that come up most often before a sailing trip in Sicily or Malta.
Where do sailing trips in Sicily start?
Mostly on the north coast between Palermo and Capo d’Orlando, close to the Aeolian Islands. Other trips start in Catania on the east coast or in Valletta on Malta.
Where do you sail to from Sicily?
Most often to the Aeolian Islands with Stromboli and Vulcano, in the west to the Aegadian Islands and in the south across to Malta.
Can you do a cabin charter in Malta?
Yes. Trips from Malta mostly sail to Gozo and Comino or to Sicily. They set off from the marinas around Valletta.
When is the best time to visit Sicily?
May, June and September. It is warm then, but not as hot as in high summer, and the harbours are quieter. Trips run all year round, though.
What does a sailing trip in Sicily cost?
Most common are week-long trips, usually 600–900 € per person. Flights and the on-board kitty come on top, usually around 150–300 € per person per week.
Do I need a sailing licence?
No. On a cabin charter, the skipper runs the boat. You book a berth and sail as part of the crew.
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