Buddies Dive Cove - Bugibba

St Pauls Bay, Malta

About

Buddies Dive Cove is Malta’s friendliest dive centre. A family run PADI 5 Star Career Development Centre & retailer centrally located in Bugibba. Only 5 minutes walk from Qawra & St Pauls Bay on the northern coast of Malta, with the islands of Gozo and Comino just minutes away by boat. Together with the team of highly qualified and experienced PADI Instructors, they pride themselves in giving you the full personal attention to ensure that your scuba diving Malta experience is a total success. Whether you are interested in a Discover Scuba Diving session, joining one of our PADI Open Water Diver courses, Divemaster Internships or becoming a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor at one of our IDCs, you are assured that they will meet your expectations while maintaining the highest possible standards of diver safety and education. If you are looking for guided diving in the jewel of the Mediterranean during your vacation in Malta, they run daily boat and shore dives around the three islands. While they are taking care of all the logistics, you can go ahead and enjoy wrecks, caverns, reefs and the spectacular underwater landscape that the Maltese islands are famous for. For the more Tec minded, they offer PADI TecRec diver training and Nitrox / Trimix facilities. They also offer facilities for rebreather divers.

Services & Facilities

Oxygen
Compressor
Video rental
Camera rental
First aid kit
Nitrox rental
Computer rental
Charging station
Equipment rental
Photo processing
House reef access
Rebreather rental
Decompression chamber
Digital camera rental
Digital photo editing
Junior diving courses
Wheelchair accessible facilities

Courses & Certifications

Contact Information

Address

St Paul's Bay, Malta

Phone

+356 2157 6266, +356 9947 8975

Web

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Location

Europe - Malta

Malta’s crystal-clear Mediterranean waters offer some of Europe’s best scuba diving experiences, combining intriguing historical wrecks, vibrant reefs, and diverse marine life. Ideal for divers of all levels, the islands of Malta, Gozo, and Comino boast sites ranging from gentle, shallow reefs perfect for beginners to dramatic walls and captivating shipwrecks like the famous Um El Faroud tanker. Encounter moray eels, octopuses, and colorful reef fish while enjoying visibility often exceeding 30 meters (98 feet). With mild currents, warm water, and excellent dive infrastructure, Malta promises an unforgettable underwater adventure set against a backdrop of rich cultural heritage and striking coastal beauty.

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Asia - Malaysia

Malaysia offers divers an extraordinary underwater adventure, from world-famous dive sites like Sipadan’s dramatic walls to serene, shallow reefs around Tioman and Redang islands. Home to diverse marine life, including sea turtles, barracuda, manta rays, and abundant coral species, diving here is suitable for all skill levels. Explore historic wrecks near Labuan Island, delight in mesmerizing night dives around Mabul, or immerse yourself in Malaysia’s conservation-focused dive culture. With warm, clear waters year-round and vibrant local dive communities, scuba diving in Malaysia promises unforgettable experiences beneath the surface.

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North America - Bahamas

The Bahamas is a scuba diver’s paradise, boasting crystal-clear turquoise waters, thriving coral reefs, and an abundance of fascinating marine life. From the legendary shark dives at Tiger Beach to exploring historic shipwrecks around Nassau and vibrant coral gardens of the Exuma Cays, each dive is a thrilling adventure. Beginners and seasoned divers alike can experience the exhilaration of swimming alongside colorful fish, majestic rays, and curious dolphins. Dive sites such as the Blue Hole and Thunderball Grotto offer unforgettable underwater landscapes, while quieter, less-traveled islands present opportunities to uncover hidden gems. Whether you’re seeking adrenaline-fueled encounters or tranquil dives in untouched reefs, scuba diving in the Bahamas promises experiences that linger long after you surface.

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