🏄 Activities and Sports in Malta

Malta sunshine, clear seas and dramatic landscape make it one of the Mediterranean finest adventure destinations

Malta Top Activities and Adventures

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Scuba Diving

Malta has world-class diving — WWII wrecks, sea caves, arches and rich marine life with visibility up to 35 metres. Try a Discover Scuba session from EUR 55 or get PADI certified from EUR 350.

🗓️ All year All levels
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Kitesurfing

Malta consistent winds make it ideal for kitesurfing. Mellieha Bay and Marsalforn in Gozo are the top spots. Lessons from around EUR 80 per hour with certified instructors.

🗓️ Apr-Oct All levels
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Rock Climbing

Malta dramatic limestone cliffs offer excellent climbing for all levels. The sea cliffs at Wied iz-Zurrieq and around Comino are particularly spectacular. Guided sessions from EUR 45.

🗓️ Oct-May All levels
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Cycling

E-bike tours make Malta hills accessible to everyone. Routes from Valletta to Mdina, around Gozo coastline and through rural Maltese villages. Bike hire from EUR 25 per day.

🗓️ Oct-May All levels
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Horse Riding

Beach and countryside rides available across Malta. Marsa Sports Club runs equestrian sessions and several stables offer guided trail rides through the rural centre of the island.

🗓️ All year Beginners
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Open Water Swimming

Malta crystal-clear coves are perfect for open water swimming. St Peters Pool, Wied iz-Zurrieq and Armier Bay are popular routes. Swimming clubs welcome visitors.

🗓️ May-Oct All levels
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Deep Sea Fishing

Deep-sea fishing trips from Malta marinas catch tuna, swordfish and dorado. Day trips and sunset fishing available from Sliema, St Julians and Marsaxlokk harbour.

🗓️ All year All levels
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Paddleboard Yoga

SUP yoga sessions on Malta calm morning seas — a magical experience combining paddleboarding with yoga on crystal-clear Mediterranean water. From EUR 35 per session.

🗓️ May-Oct Beginners
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Paragliding

Malta thermals and coastal cliffs make it ideal for paragliding. Tandem flights available from Dingli Cliffs and other coastal launch spots. From EUR 100 per flight.

🗓️ Spring/Autumn All levels
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Sailing

Malta superb natural harbours make it one of the Mediterranean finest sailing destinations. Day charters and multi-day yacht hire available from Msida marina and Valletta.

🗓️ Apr-Nov All levels
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Running

Malta Marathon takes place in March and winds from Mdina to Sliema waterfront. The Valletta waterfront and Sliema promenade are popular daily running routes.

🗓️ All year All levels
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Water Sports

Golden Bay and Mellieha Bay offer jet skiing, parasailing and banana boat rides throughout the summer season. Equipment hire is available directly on the beach.

🗓️ Jun-Sep Beginners

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