Boat · Ta' Xbiex marina

RIB Hire for 8 People with Skipper

Private boatSkipper includedUp to 8 peopleRefunded if bad weather
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Key information

  • Duration8 hours (10am–6pm)
  • Times10am–6pm, every day except Tuesday
  • CapacityUp to 8 people
  • Meeting pointTa' Xbiex marina (Roland Marina) or Tigné, Sliema
  • Professional skipper included, no licence needed
  • Booking on request, quick reply
  • Full refund if the weather cancels the trip
  • Deposit€375 when you book, balance and fuel paid on board

About this activity

The fastest way to explore the most beautiful spots in the Maltese islands: a 7-metre Italian RIB (Lomac Turismo 710) for up to 8 people, with skipper. In one day, you take in the Blue Lagoon, the caves of Comino and the coast of Gozo, and get right up close to the caves.

The boat

  • Lomac Turismo 710 RIB (7 m)
  • Up to 8 people
  • Professional skipper: no licence needed
  • Sound system, small fridge and deck shower
  • Masks and snorkels provided
  • Departs from Ta' Xbiex marina (Roland Marina) or from the Tigné seafront in Sliema

The day

Full day with skipper (10am–6pm): the Blue Lagoon, the Crystal Lagoon and the caves of Comino, then the coast of Gozo, with stops for swimming and snorkelling. Fuel is extra, calculated on your return based on the distance covered.

Price per person by group size

Your group Full day with skipper (€805 + fuel)
2 people €403 pp
4 people €202 pp
6 people €135 pp
8 people €101 pp

The price is for the whole boat, not per person. Fuel is paid on top, on your return.

How to book

  1. Send us your date and group size on WhatsApp.
  2. We check that the boat is available and confirm with you.
  3. You secure the boat with a €375 deposit. The balance (€430) and the fuel are paid on board.

Good to know

  • Fuel is not included: it's calculated and paid on your return.
  • A €200 security deposit is required before departure and refunded on your return.
  • Self-drive without a skipper: possible on request if you hold a valid boat licence (€575 per day).
  • No trips on Tuesdays.
  • Too windy (Force 5 or above): your trip is rescheduled or fully refunded.

What's included

Included

  • 100% private RIB
  • Professional skipper
  • Masks and snorkels
  • Sound system
  • Small fridge and deck shower

Not included

  • Fuel (paid on return)
  • €200 security deposit (refunded)
  • Food and drinks (bring your own)

Itinerary

Full day with skipper (10am–6pm)

  1. Meet at Ta' Xbiex marina or in Tigné (Sliema), where your skipper welcomes you on board.
  2. Head for Comino: the Blue Lagoon, the Crystal Lagoon and the caves.
  3. Cruise along the coast of Gozo, with swimming and snorkelling.
  4. Back around 6pm, when the fuel is calculated.

Meeting point

Ta' Xbiex marina (Roland Marina) or Tigné, Sliema

10am–6pm, every day except Tuesday

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Frequently asked questions

We're a group of 6. How much is it per person?

For 6 people, the full day works out at €135 per person, plus the fuel to share.

Can we hire it without a skipper?

Yes, on request, if you hold a valid boat licence: €575 per day, plus fuel.

How much does the fuel cost?

It depends on the distance covered: it's calculated and paid when you get back to the marina.

Another question? Ask us on WhatsApp →

From 805€ / boati.e. from 101€ / person
RIB with two passengers at anchor in turquoise water in Malta
Aerial view of the RIB at anchor, with a passenger in the sun
Lomac RIB at full speed (manufacturer's photo)
Helm station and bench seat of the RIB (manufacturer's photo)
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