Lantern Point (Ras L-Irqieqa)

Lantern Point (Ras L-Irqieqa), Malta

Depth

50m

Visibility

- - -

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

Lantern Point (Ras L-Irqieqa)

Lantern Point (Ras L-Irqieqa), Malta

Depth

50m

Visibility

- - -

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

About Lantern Point (Ras L-Irqieqa)

Lantern Point (Ras L-Irqieqa) is a dive site located in Malta, known for its unique underwater topography. The site features a combination of a cave, reef, and wall, offering a diverse range of marine habitats to explore. With a maximum depth of 50 meters, this site is recommended for advanced divers who are comfortable with deep dives.

The exact visibility and current conditions at Lantern Point can vary, so it's advisable to check with local dive operators before planning a dive. The site's name, 'Lantern Point (Ras L-Irqieqa)', is derived from the local area. Specific marine life that can be encountered at this site is not specified, but the combination of cave, reef, and wall environments typically hosts a variety of species.

Lantern Point (Ras L-Irqieqa) Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Cave, Wall

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

50m

Visibility Range

— – —

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas Mix

21% – 23%

O₂

CNS Load (20 min)

13% at 48m / 24%

O₂

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Dive Site Hazards

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.

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.

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.

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