Passage Malta – Gibraltar

Eight nights and some 1,000 nautical miles from Malta to Gibraltar: long legs across the Mediterranean, sunrises at sea and the passage of the Strait of Gibraltar, aboard the Kairós.

THE TRIP AT A GLANCE

Route: Malta (Vittoriosa) – Mediterranean Sea – Gibraltar (La Línea)
Departure: Malta
Arrival: La Línea de la Concepción (Gibraltar), Spain
Airport: Malta at departure, Málaga at arrival
Duration: 8 nights
Ship: Kairós, 38-metre staysail schooner (2007)

Departures and prices per person

Tue 10 Nov 2026 – Wed 18 Nov 2026: B cabin € 1,900, A cabin € 1,900
Wed 10 Nov 2027 – Thu 18 Nov 2027: B cabin € 2,100, A cabin € 2,100

Lowest price from € 1,900 per person in a B cabin shared by two.

REAL SEA MILES ON THE MEDITERRANEAN

At the end of the season the Kairós moves from Malta to Gibraltar, on her way to the Atlantic. For those who love the sea this is pure sailing: long legs, real life on board and unforgettable sunrises.

Depending on the wind the route runs along the coast of North Africa or southern Europe. You enjoy the calm of the open sea, regularly see dolphins and collect valuable sea miles. The highlight is the passage of the Strait of Gibraltar, where the Mediterranean and the Atlantic meet.

THE ROUTE

Malta

Boarding on Malta, with the fortifications of Valletta as a backdrop.

West across the Mediterranean

Sailing day and night, past Sicily, Sardinia or the African coast depending on the wind.

The Strait of Gibraltar

The passage of the Strait and arrival in La Línea, at the foot of the Rock.

EXTRA INFORMATION

LIFE ON BOARD

The Kairós is a 38-metre steel staysail schooner, built in 2007 in the style of a classic yacht and designed by Klaus Röder. She carries 556 m² of sail and sails as a passenger ship under the Maltese flag. A permanent crew of six (captain, mate-engineer, bosun, cook and two stewardesses) looks after the ship and after you. With eight cabins and at most twelve guests it feels like sailing on a large private yacht. Six A cabins of 10 to 11 m² have a fixed double bed and a private bathroom with shower cubicle; the two B cabins of 8 to 9 m² have a small double bed or bunk beds and a private bathroom with classic yacht shower. Every cabin has adjustable air conditioning, a wardrobe, towels and a hair dryer. On deck there is plenty of room to sit and sunbathe, below deck a cosy saloon with bar. On this passage sailing comes first. The ship also sails at night and no landings or swimming stops are planned. You can help set and trim the sails and join a watch, but nothing is compulsory: if you would rather read or watch the sea, you are just as welcome.

WHO IS THIS VOYAGE FOR

For those who want to log real sea miles on a large and safe yacht, with a professional crew and the comfort of a private cabin with bathroom. No sailing experience is needed, though sea legs help.

GOOD TO KNOW

• Included: crew and service, accommodation in the booked cabin category, the voyage, full board on board (one dinner a week ashore at your own expense), water, tea and filter coffee.
• Not included: travel to and from the ship, transfers, soft drinks, alcohol and espresso, water sports, shore excursions and tips.
• Using a cabin on your own costs a surcharge of 50 or 80%. Solo travellers sharing a cabin pay no surcharge; ask us about the options.
• Travel to the port of departure and home is not included; ideally arrive a day before departure.
• Travel insurance covering medical costs and repatriation is required; cancellation insurance is recommended.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I have to help on deck?

No. You may help with the sails and watches, but the permanent crew sails the ship.

Are there stops on the way?

No landings are planned on a passage; the aim is to move the ship to another cruising area.

How do I book this trip?

Send us a request through the booking form on this page. Together we will check availability, your choice of cabin and the next steps.

The trip description and route are indicative. The programme depends on weather, wind and sea conditions; the captain has the final say on the route and ports.

All services that make up your trip are provided by independent suppliers. When you book, you enter into a contract directly with the supplier, the ship, under the booking conditions of that ship. As an agent, our service consists of promoting the trips offered by the supplier and acting as a facilitator in obtaining a booking agreement between the customer and the supplier. In doing so, we are always at your disposal with our experience and service.