

Best for intermediate divers, 5-40m, shore entry, moderate current.
Red Bay in Xlendi, Malta, offers a diverse underwater environment featuring a reef, wreck, cave, and wall. This site is suitable for intermediate divers, with depths ranging from 5 to 40 metres and an average depth of 15 metres. Access is via a shore entry, and divers should be prepared for moderate currents and visibility between 20 and 40 metres. Hazards include boat traffic, the potential for jellyfish, and the presence of overhead environments within the caves and wrecks. Parking is available for visitors. Typical dives at this location last approximately 48 minutes, with water temperatures fluctuating between 15C and 21C throughout the year.
36.01810, 14.28710
The site features three distinct wrecks: MV Cominoland, MV Karwela, and MV Xlendi.
Shore access via a wide 5m deep plateau.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
20-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
15-21°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
48 min
No, this site is classified for intermediate divers due to the depth range and the presence of overhead environments.
The site ranges from 5 to 40 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Red Bay is accessed via a shore entry.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, jellyfish, the depth, and the overhead environment presented by the caves and wrecks.
Diving at Red Bay in Gozo requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Red Bay in Gozo. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 21°C.
Expect moderate currents at Red Bay in Gozo. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Red Bay in Gozo typically ranges from 20 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.