

Best for beginner divers, 7-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Santa Marija Cave, also known as Comino Caves, is a system of at least ten distinct caves located on the north side of Comino near Xlendi, Malta. This site features a reef and cavern environment suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 7 to 18 metres. Access is strictly by boat. Divers and snorkellers experience visibility between 15 and 30 metres with mild currents. The overhead environment requires caution, and boat traffic is a potential hazard. Species recorded around this area include Mediterranean moray, common octopus, European parrotfish, wrasses, scorpionfish, and various nudibranchs such as the Cratena slug and Mediterranean violet aeolid.
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The site is often combined with the P31 wreck for a full Comino day.
Boat access only from Santa Marija Bay or the Blue Lagoon.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7-18m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-26°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Year-round
Species recorded around this area include common octopus, Mediterranean moray, European parrotfish, wrasses, scorpionfish, and nudibranchs like the Cratena slug.
Yes, the site is rated for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 7 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
This site is accessible by boat only.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
Diving at Santa Marija Cave in Sliema requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Santa Marija Cave in Sliema. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 26°C.
The best months to visit Santa Marija Cave in Sliema are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Santa Marija Cave in Sliema typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Santa Marija Cave in Sliema typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.