

Best for intermediate divers, 9-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Tuna Pens is an offshore dive site located 5000 metres from Xlendi. This site features a combination of artificial reef structures and natural reef topography. Divers can expect depths ranging from 9 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres. Access is strictly by boat, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents and potential down currents. Visibility at the site varies between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 15C in April to 22C in October. A typical dive duration at this location is approximately 30 minutes.
35.96280, 14.40510
All tuna swim in one direction causing an invisible but measurable vortex in the middle of the pen that will make divers descend.
Only accessible by boat.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
9-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-22°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the moderate currents and the risk of down currents.
The depth ranges from 9 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
Tuna Pens is located 5000 metres from the shore and requires boat access.
Water temperatures range from 15C in April to 22C in October.
Divers should be aware of moderate currents and the potential for down currents at this site.
Diving at Tuna Pens in Mellieha requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Tuna Pens in Mellieha. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 22°C.
The best months to visit Tuna Pens in Mellieha are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.