Saint Paul's Bay

Malta, Malta

Depth

15m

Visibility

10m - 30m

Entry

Shore

Experience Level

Beginner

Saint Paul's Bay

Malta, Malta

Depth

15m

Visibility

10m - 30m

Entry

Shore

Experience Level

Beginner

About Saint Paul's Bay

Saint Paul's Bay is a suitable dive site for training and beginner divers. Located near Bugibba, it offers a maximum depth of 15 meters, making it a safe and manageable site for those new to the sport. The site is a reef type, providing a diverse range of marine life for divers to observe. There is no current at this site, further enhancing its suitability for beginners.

The visibility at Saint Paul's Bay can reach up to approximately 30 meters, allowing divers to fully appreciate the various marine life inhabiting the site. Despite being a beginner-friendly site, the variety of marine life ensures that even experienced divers can enjoy the dive. The recommended experience level for this site is beginner, but all are welcome to explore the underwater beauty of Saint Paul's Bay.

Saint Paul's Bay Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

15m

Visibility Range

10m – 30m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21%

O₂

CNS Load (45 min)

11% at 13m / 36%

O₂

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Various

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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.

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