Private Boat Hire for Groups in Malta: Boats for 12 to 29 Guests

The short answer: for a private boat for a group in Malta, Prime Charters runs two of its own boats from Marsaxlokk on the south coast. Tuna Princess takes up to 12 guests and Grecale takes up to 29. The boat is yours for the day, with a local skipper and fuel always included, and pickup from Sliema is available. You can check dates and prices and book online on our experiences page.

Which boat fits your group?

Up to 12 guests: Tuna Princess. A 10-metre former tuna-farm support boat converted for private charters. She has a spacious open deck, a swim ladder, snorkelling gear, floating lilos and a cooler for your food and drinks. She suits families, groups of friends, birthdays and hen or stag groups.
13 to 29 guests: Grecale. A 21-metre vessel originally built for the Italian Navy and restored for charters. Her large decks and seating areas suit bigger celebrations, company outings and family gatherings. Grecale's licensed maximum is 29 guests, children included.

If your group is larger than 29, ask us. We also work with partner boat owners in Marsaxlokk, and some groups split across two boats.

What is included

A private boat for your group only, with no strangers on board
An experienced local skipper
Fuel
Snorkelling gear and floaties

Food and drinks can be bought on board, and you are welcome to plan your own catering. Ask when you book so we can sort out what suits your group.

Where you go

Trips leave from Marsaxlokk, the fishing village on Malta's south-east coast. Our skippers plan the route around the day's weather. On the south coast it usually takes in the bays and caves near Marsaxlokk and the coast around St Peter's Pool. Please note that we see St Peter's Pool from the water and do not always anchor there. We do not run trips to the Blue Grotto. Our article on private boat trips from Marsaxlokk describes the south coast in more detail.

If your group is staying in the north of the island, pickup from Sliema is available, so you do not need to travel down to Marsaxlokk.

Planning a group day at sea

Count heads first. Capacity includes children and babies, so give us your full number.
Pick your boat and date. Check availability on the experiences page, where all prices are shown.
Tell us the occasion. Birthday, company day out, family reunion or hen party: we can plan the route and timings around it.
Bring the basics. Swimwear, towels, sun cream and a hat. We provide the snorkelling gear and floaties.

If the weather turns

Safety comes first. If we cancel because of the weather, you choose between a full refund and moving to another date.

Frequently asked questions

How many people can go on a private boat in Malta with Prime Charters?

Up to 12 guests on Tuna Princess and up to 29 on Grecale. For bigger groups, ask about using a partner boat as well.

Is the skipper included?

Yes. Every charter comes with a skipper, and fuel is always included.

Can children come on board?

Yes, children are welcome, and they count towards the boat's capacity. Floaties and snorkelling gear are on board.

Can we bring a dog?

Only service animals are allowed on board.

Where do group boat trips leave from?

From Marsaxlokk. Pickup from Sliema is available if your group is based in the north.

How do I book a private boat for a group?

Choose your boat and date on our experiences page and book online, or contact us on +356 21654847 or at info@primecharters.com.mt to plan anything special.