Dive-site story
Sunk during the First World War after striking a German mine while searching for survivors of HMS Russell, this Arabis-class fleet sweeping sloop sits upright on an open seabed off the Maltese coast. The ship rests virtually intact aside from the mine damage near her coal bunkers. Technical teams descending the shot line encounter preserved bow contours, deck winches, and coral-encrusted railings emerging from the gloom. The site is designated as an underwater cultural heritage monument and requires specific permit clearance before descent.
Upright and remarkably well-preserved World War I naval sloop hull
Visible deck hardware, bollards, and hull architecture untouched by shallow-water wave action
Historic wreck site preserved under Heritage Malta management
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calmer seas and extended daylight hours provide optimal operational windows during late spring through autumn.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John DoryZeus faber | Common | ||||||||||||
| Conger EelConger conger | Common | ||||||||||||
| Greater AmberjackSeriola dumerili | Common | ||||||||||||
| Swallowtail SeaperchAnthias anthias | Common |
Marine forecast
