

Best for advanced divers, 32-44m, shore entry, mild current.
The MV Xlendi is an 80-metre-long former double-ended cargo ferry scuttled in 1999 to serve as an artificial reef. Located 50 metres from the shore in Xlendi, Malta, the wreck rests at depths between 32 and 44 metres, with an average depth of 35 metres. Divers can encounter Mediterranean Moray, European Common Cuttlefish, Common Octopus, Scorpionfish, and various wrasses. Other species recorded include the Splendid Elysia, Cratena Slug, Turkish Wrasse, Mediterranean Violet Aeolid, European Parrotfish, Madeira Rockfish, Fireworm, Painted Comber, and Mauve Stinger. Due to the depth and overhead environment, this site is suitable only for advanced divers. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station.
36.01686, 14.28431
The wreck is lying on its starboard side, which can be disorienting; a local guide is recommended for the first dive.
Shore entry from Xatt l'Ahmar is rated medium difficulty; boat entry is preferred.
Recorded at this site
Depth
32-44m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
15-20°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Divers may encounter Mediterranean Moray, European Common Cuttlefish, Common Octopus, Scorpionfish, and various wrasses. Other species present include the Splendid Elysia, Cratena Slug, Turkish Wrasse, Mediterranean Violet Aeolid, European Parrotfish, Madeira Rockfish, Fireworm, Painted Comber, and Mauve Stinger.
No, the MV Xlendi is intended for advanced divers due to the depth, potential for nitrogen narcosis, and the overhead environment of the wreck.
The wreck lies at depths ranging from 32 to 44 metres, with an average depth of 35 metres.
Yes, the MV Xlendi is a shore-access dive located 50 metres from the coast.
Snorkelling is not recommended as the wreck lies at depths of 32 to 44 metres, making it a site specifically for scuba divers.
Diving at MV Xlendi in Ghajnsielem requires the following certifications: Open Water, Deep, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at MV Xlendi in Ghajnsielem. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit MV Xlendi in Ghajnsielem are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
MV Xlendi in Ghajnsielem typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at MV Xlendi in Ghajnsielem typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.