

Best for advanced divers, 15-45m, shore & boat entry, strong current.
Double Arch Reef is a distinctive site featuring two stacked arches situated between 20 and 36 metres. The topography includes a reef, wall, and cave system located 300 metres from the shore. Divers can access the site by boat or from the shore, though it is suited for advanced divers due to strong currents and the overhead environment. Depths range from 15 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Visibility typically spans 15 to 35 metres. Hazards include potential entanglement, surf, and the overhead environment of the arches. The site offers a challenging experience for those qualified to navigate its complex underwater structures.
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Divers are urged to only walk on the rocky ridges dividing the salt pans to avoid damaging or dirtying them.
Park vehicles off the Xwejni coast road, cross the salt pans to enter at a small rocky inlet known as the washing machine. Surface swim 200 metres north to reach the reef.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-45m
Visibility
15-35m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
15-21°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
57 min
Best Time
May, Oct
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the presence of strong currents and an overhead environment.
The site ranges from 15 to 45 metres in depth, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Double Arch Reef can be accessed by both boat and shore.
The best months to visit are May and October.
Diving at Double Arch Reef in Marsalforn requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Double Arch Reef in Marsalforn. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 21°C.
Double Arch Reef in Marsalforn can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Double Arch Reef in Marsalforn typically ranges from 15 metres to 35 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.