P33

Marsaskala, Malta

Depth

24m

Visibility

- - -

Entry

Shore

Experience Level

Advanced

P33

Marsaskala, Malta

Depth

24m

Visibility

- - -

Entry

Shore

Experience Level

Advanced

About P33

P33 is a former patrol boat that now serves as an underwater attraction for wreck divers in Marsaskala. This Bremse class vessel, built in East Germany in 1971-72, measures approximately 23 m in length, 5 m in beam, and 7 m high including the mast. The boat was sold to Malta in 1992 and served in the Maritime Squadron of the Armed Forces of Malta until its decommissioning in 2005. Unfortunately, the wreck is disintegrating rapidly due to natural forces at the seabed.

The dive site, which is recommended for advanced divers, has a maximum depth of 24 m. The P33 was scuttled between existing tug boat wrecks in Marsaskala on July 31, 2021. The exact visibility varies, but divers should be prepared for potential currents. As a wreck dive site, it offers a unique exploration experience, although the possible marine life that can be encountered is not specified.

P33 Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

24m

Visibility Range

— – —

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas Mix

21% – 41%

O₂

CNS Load (35 min)

16% at 22m / 36%

O₂

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Dive Site Hazards

Deceptive Entry Openings — Openings may become restrictive inside due to angle, collapse, or corrosion.
Surge-Induced Internal Silt Shift — Internal surge can move silt and debris without direct contact.
Partial Overhead Environment — Many wrecks limit direct ascent even without full penetration.

Fine Rust Particle Silt-Out — Disturbed rust particles can rapidly reduce visibility.

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