

Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, shore entry, moderate current.
Big Bear-Little Bear in Xlendi, Malta, offers a diverse underwater environment featuring reef, wall, and cave formations. Suitable for intermediate divers, the site ranges from 5 to 30 metres in depth with visibility typically between 20 and 40 metres. Divers can encounter species such as the common octopus, European parrotfish, painted comber, and various nudibranchs like the Cratena slug and splendid Elysia. The site is accessed from the shore, though moderate currents and potential surf require careful planning. Facilities including parking, toilets, and showers are available on-site to assist with gear preparation and post-dive wash-downs.
36.05152, 14.18809
The shore entry can be rough when swell is up, so check conditions before gearing up as surf and shore break at the entry point can make it genuinely hazardous. Facilities on site include parking, toilets, and showers, so a full kit wash-down after the dive is straightforward.
Shore entry.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
20-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
16-24°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Divers may encounter common octopus, European parrotfish, painted comber, fireworms, and various sea stars. Nudibranchs such as the Cratena slug and splendid Elysia are also recorded here.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents and the need to navigate cave and wall structures.
The site ranges from 5 metres in shallower sections to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
It is a shore entry site, though divers should be cautious of surf and shore break conditions before entering.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow reef sections are accessible, though snorkelers should remain aware of boat traffic and potential surf.
Diving at Big Bear-Little Bear in Gozo requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Big Bear-Little Bear in Gozo. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit Big Bear-Little Bear in Gozo are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Big Bear-Little Bear in Gozo. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Big Bear-Little Bear in Gozo typically ranges from 20 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.