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Qawra Point

Qawra Point

Qawra Point, Malta

Depth
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35m

Visibility
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Entry
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Shore

Experience Level

Beginner

Qawra Point

Qawra Point, Malta

Qawra Point
Depth
Depth Icon

35m

Visibility
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- - -

Entry
Shore Entry Icon

Shore

Experience Level

Beginner

About Qawra Point
Qawra Point is a popular dive site located on the northeast coast of Malta, at the northern tip of St. Paul’s Bay. The site features a variety of diving attractions including Fra Ben Cave, a small cavern with an open ceiling, North Reef & Arch, and a shallow bay suitable for training and beginner dives. Further from the shore, divers can explore L-Cave, Qawra Reef and the Imperial Eagle wreck with the nearby Statue of Christ. These sites are typically accessed by boat. The maximum depth at this site is 35 meters, making it suitable for divers of all experience levels.

In addition to diving, Qawra Point is also a great location for swimming, snorkelling, and sunbathing. The area is well-equipped with parking, restaurants, cafes, and public toilets, and the nearby Malta Aquarium is worth a visit. The dive site type includes cave, reef, and wall diving. Despite the variety of attractions, the site maintains a calm and relaxed atmosphere, making it a favorite among both locals and tourists.

Qawra Point Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Wall, Cave

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

35m

Visibility Range

— – —

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21% – 31%

O2
CNS Load (20 min)

14% at 33m / 33%

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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.

  • 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.

  • 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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