Middle Finger

Ras il-Hobz, Malta

Depth

100m

Visibility

- - -

Entry

Shore

Experience Level

Advanced

Middle Finger

Ras il-Hobz, Malta

Depth

100m

Visibility

- - -

Entry

Shore

Experience Level

Advanced

About Middle Finger

Ras il-Hobz, also known as Middle Finger, is a unique dive site characterized by a pinnacle that rises from depths of over 40 meters to around 10 meters. This site is a haven for a variety of sea life, including amberjacks, dentex, moray eels, crayfish, and hermit crabs. Divers can also expect to see various types of corals nestled in the cracks of the pinnacle. The shoreline of this site slopes down to reach impressive depths of over 80 meters, with the most captivating parts accessible at a maximum depth of 25 meters.

This dive site is particularly popular for technical diving training due to the ample depth accessible from the shore. With a maximum depth of 100 meters, it is recommended for advanced divers. The dive site type is a wall, offering a unique underwater landscape for divers to explore. The exact visibility can vary, but the site is located near Ras il-Hobz. Please note that the current conditions can change and should be checked before diving.

Middle Finger Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wall

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

100m

Visibility Range

— – —

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas Mix

—

CNS Load (20 min)

-1% at 98m / 21%

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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.

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