Coral Cave/Crocodile Rock

Gozo, Malta

Depth

65m

Visibility

10m - 30m

Entry

Shore

Experience Level

Advanced

Coral Cave/Crocodile Rock

Gozo, Malta

Depth

65m

Visibility

10m - 30m

Entry

Shore

Experience Level

Advanced

About Coral Cave/Crocodile Rock

Coral Cave/Crocodile Rock is a dive site located near Gozo, offering a unique underwater experience for beginner divers. The dive begins with a somewhat challenging entry over limestone, leading to a small reef and a large drop-off that descends to approximately 30 meters. The ocean floor is strewn with large boulders, and a cliff face provides a path to the site's namesake, Coral Cave. The maximum depth of this dive is 33 meters, with an approximate maximum visibility of 30 meters.

The site is characterized by its lack of current, making it a suitable choice for less experienced divers. The marine life at Coral Cave/Crocodile Rock is diverse, although specific species may vary. The site itself is a combination of reef, rock, wall, and cave environments, offering a variety of underwater landscapes to explore.

Coral Cave/Crocodile Rock Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wall, Reef, Rock, Cave

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

65m

Visibility Range

10m – 30m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas Mix

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CNS Load (20 min)

21% at 63m / 21%

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Various

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Dive Site Hazards

Unstable Visual Ascents — Relying on wall visuals can destabilise ascents.
Gradual Depth Creep — Lack of visual bottom reference can cause unnoticed descent.
Unsignalled Downcurrents — Downcurrents can form without visible indicators.

Hidden Depth Variations — Complex reef topography can conceal depth changes, leading to unintended profile variations.

Distraction from Marine Activity — High fish activity can distract divers and delay depth or gas awareness.

Rapid Surge Direction Changes — Surge near reef structures can reverse direction quickly, pushing divers sideways into unexpected areas.

Bubble Trapping Under Overhangs — Rock overhangs can trap exhaled bubbles, reducing visibility and causing disorientation.

Reflected Surge Patterns — Surge reflecting off rock faces can create irregular and unpredictable water movement.

Current Funnel Effect — Narrow gaps between rocks can accelerate water flow unexpectedly.

Remote Silt Disturbance — Silt can be disturbed metres away from the source.

Rapid Stress Escalation — Stress can increase sharply when visibility or navigation degrades.

High Cognitive Load Navigation — Complex passages increase mental workload even on a line.

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