

Best for intermediate divers, 5-100m, shore entry, moderate current.
Ras il-Hobz, also known as the Middlefinger, is a prominent pinnacle dive site near Xlendi. The topography features a wall and a large pinnacle rising from depths of 100 metres to approximately 9 metres. Divers can access the site from the shore. Conditions vary with visibility ranging from 15 to 50 metres and moderate currents. Marine life includes common wrasses and Madeira rockfish, alongside less frequent sightings of Mediterranean moray, common octopus, European common cuttlefish, flying gurnard, scorpionfish, and European parrotfish. Various nudibranchs such as the splendid elysia, Cratena slug, and Mediterranean violet aeolid are also present. Due to the depth and potential for strong currents, this site is suited for intermediate divers.
36.01578, 14.27946
The site is also known as Middle Finger.
Accessible from the shore.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-100m
Visibility
15-50m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
15-18°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jun, Oct
Divers regularly encounter wrasses and Madeira rockfish. Less common sightings include Mediterranean moray, common octopus, European common cuttlefish, flying gurnard, scorpionfish, European parrotfish, and various nudibranchs like the splendid elysia.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the significant depths, potential for strong currents, and the need for advanced buoyancy control.
The site ranges from 5 to 100 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
Ras il-Hobz is a shore entry dive site.
The best months to visit are June and October.
Ras il-Hobz is a marine dive site featuring a reef, wall, and a large pinnacle known as the Middlefinger, located near Xlendi in Malta.
Diving at Ras il-Hobz in Marsalforn requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Nitrox. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Ras il-Hobz in Marsalforn. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 18°C.
Expect moderate currents at Ras il-Hobz in Marsalforn. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Ras il-Hobz in Marsalforn typically ranges from 15 metres to 50 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.