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Diving in Malta

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Malta is a top destination for scuba diving in the Mediterranean, offering diverse dive sites suitable for beginners and technical divers alike. The island features stunning reefs, caves, and wrecks, accessible by shore or boat. Popular dive sites include Cirkewwa, Anchor Bay, Ghar Lapsi, HMS Maori, and many more.

At Cirkewwa, divers can explore a beautiful reef wall with swim-throughs and arches leading to a Madonna statue, often surrounded by scorpionfish, parrotfish, damselfish, and occasional octopus sightings. Advanced divers can venture deeper to explore wrecks such as the P29 patrol boat or Rozi wreck, adding thrilling adventures for experienced divers.

With its clear waters, rich marine life, and variety of dive experiences, Malta is a must-visit for anyone seeking Malta diving adventures.

Where to dive in Malta

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Common marine life sightings for Malta

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Ocean Fish

Barracuda

Parrotfish

Grouper

Jackfish

Trumpetfish / pipefish

Parrot fish

Triggerfish

Stonefish

Goatfish

Scorpionfish

Sharks and Rays

Rays

Eels and Echinoderms

Moray eel

Starfish

Sea urchin

Sea cucumber

Corals, Anemones and Jellyfish

Jellyfish

Molluscs and Crustaceans

Crab

Nudibranch

Octopus

Most likely sightingsPossible sightings

More Information

Malta International Airport (MLA), just 8 km from Valletta, offers direct flights from major European and North African cities. Travelers from other regions can connect through hubs like London, Frankfurt, or Amsterdam. Reaching Valletta and nearby dive sites is easy—taxis are affordable, and Malta Transfer provides reliable shuttles to most hotels. Frequent public buses run until midnight, connecting the airport to main towns and the Gozo ferry terminal. Malta’s compact size makes traveling between dive sites quick and convenient, allowing divers to explore top locations like Cirkewwa, Anchor Bay, and Ghar Lapsi with ease.

Time Zone

UTC+02:00

Phone

+356

Currency

EUR

Voltage

230 V

Pressure

Bar (bar)

Plug

Languages

Maltese

1st Stage

DIN

International airports

Malta Intl. (MLA)

Malta: top locations for diving

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