@Valletta & Comino: Day Cruise off the Coast of Malta
One day charter
8 hours
Flexible dates
Malta
Mellieħa Bay
One day charter
8 hours
Flexible dates
Malta
Mellieħa Bay
Leopard 51 PC "Esperanza 1" is a sleek, twin-hull power catamaran built for smooth sailing between bays and efficient cruising. With five cabins and space for ten guests, there’s plenty of room to spread out, relax, and enjoy the ride.
Navigation, docking, and piloting are fully handled by the professional crew.
Possible route (09:30 - 17:30):
The day kicks off at Gardens Yacht Marina in Ta' Xbiex, gliding out through Marsamxett Harbour and past Manoel Island, where the fort towers above the water. From this angle, the defensive walls of Valletta unfold in full view - a short stretch, but packed with photo-worthy scenes and old-world charm.
Heading north, the boat makes its way toward St. Paul’s Bay and the tiny islands nearby. A statue of the Apostle Paul marks the spot where, legend has it, his ship went down. It’s a peaceful place to drop anchor - great for paddleboarding along the rugged shoreline or slipping into the water for a bit of snorkeling in calm, sheltered spots.
The main destination is Comino. First stop: the Crystal Lagoon, with its clear sandy bottom and rocky edges perfect for exploring with a mask and fins. Not far off are the Santa Maria Caves, easy to reach by tender through natural grotto channels. If you're up for a change of scenery, swing by the famous Blue Lagoon just around the bend. Offshore, the wreck of the P31 patrol boat rests beneath the surface - a favorite for guided dives.
The return leg cruises down the coast past Sliema and St. Julian’s, offering views of bustling promenades, tidy piers, and Malta’s vibrant waterfront life.
Cabins
5
Places
10
Toilets
4
Year of construction
2017
Length, m
15.21
Barbecue grill in cockpit
Autopilot
Ice maker
Refrigerator
Radar
Generator
Air condition
Experienced captain
Languages
English
Russian
Serbo-Croatian
About me
Maxim Smirnov
Yacht Skipper • Sailing Instructor • Racer
About me:
Sailing since childhood, yachting since my teens, and a life at sea.
I’m inspired by the adrenaline of race starts and the thrill of fighting for seconds, but nothing beats the pleasure of an unhurried cruise: when the sail catches the wind and there’s good food, easy conversation, and a crew you truly want to share the sea with.
I’m happy to share the helm, become part of the team, and help others feel the boat the way I do.
How I can help:
— Skipper for cruising and racing projects
— Instructor for beginner and advanced sailors
— Participant and organizer of corporate regattas and team-building events
— Preparing yacht crews and boats for racing
Key facts:
— Sailing since 1987; graduate of a St. Petersburg sports school (classes: Optimist, Cadet, 420, 470)
— Cruising yachting since 1994 (Quarter Ton class, Open 800, Raketa 970, and charter yachts)
— Independently built and skippered the yacht Flavis (32 ft, Raketa 970)
— 10+ years of teaching experience in yachting (IYT, ISSA)
— 10,000+ miles on offshore passages
Licenses and certificates:
— RYA Day Skipper (since 2012)
— ISSA YachtMaster Offshore (since 2016)
— GIMS, Ministry of Transport (sailing vessel skipper, since 2012)
— STCW-95, VHF, First Aid
Racing experience:
— Regattas on dinghies and sport yachts
— Podium finisher at the Russian Cup in Quarter Ton and Open 800 (GP26) classes
— Participant in ORC European Championships and Gotland Runt (AF Offshore Race, Sweden)
— Regattas in Turkey, the Baltics, Sweden, and Russia
Corporate projects:
— CG Sailing Cup (Montenegro, Croatia)
— Synergy Business Regatta (Montenegro)
— TechnoRegatta 100Captains 2024 (Montenegro)
Deliveries:
— Canary Islands – Madeira – Málaga (46 ft, skipper)
— Le Havre – Lisbon – Barcelona (53 ft, first mate)
— Malta – Canary Islands (53 ft, first mate)
The sea for me is work, sport, and a way of life.
And every new project is a chance to share this passion with a crew and make another journey unforgettable.
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8 hours
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8 hours
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8 hours
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14 January – 31 May
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8 hours
Turkey, Bodrum
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23 hours
Panama, El Porvenir
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14 January – 1 October
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4 hours
Spain, ru:en Playa Blanca
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4 hours
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Day tour
6 hours
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14 January – 31 May
Day tour
6 hours
Spain, ru:en Playa Blanca
for the whole boat
14 January – 31 May
Day tour
6 hours
Spain, ru:en Playa Blanca
for place in cabin
14 January – 31 May
Day tour
4 hours
Spain, ru:en Playa Blanca
for the whole boat
14 January – 31 May
Day tour
8 hours
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Day tour
6 hours
Spain, ru:en Costa Adeje
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14 January – 31 May
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19 hours
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8 hours
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10 hours
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10 hours
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8 hours
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14 January – 1 October
Day tour
8 hours
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Day tour
8 hours
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for the whole boat
14 January – 1 October
Day tour
8 hours
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for the whole boat
14 January – 1 October
Day tour
8 hours
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for the whole boat
14 January – 30 November
Day tour
1 day
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for the whole boat
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23 hours
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22 hours
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for the whole boat
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10 hours
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for the whole boat
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15 hours
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for the whole boat
14 January – 30 November
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8 hours
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for the whole boat
14 January – 30 November
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1 day
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for the whole boat
14 January – 30 November
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3 hours
Portugal
for the whole boat
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8 hours
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for the whole boat
14 January – 30 November
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8 hours
Greece, Ionian
for the whole boat
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for the whole boat
14 January – 30 November
Day tour
9 hours
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– 30%
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18 hours
Turkey, Bodrum
for the whole boat
14 January – 30 November
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Italy, ru:en FILICUDI
for cabin
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