Dive-site story
The MV Imperial Eagle, a former Malta-Gozo ferry, sits upright on a sandy plateau off Qawra Point following its scuttling as an artificial reef. Divers explore open holds and an accessible wheelhouse before crossing the sand to the submerged Kristu tal-Baħħara statue of Jesus Christ. Combining both sites on a single descent requires strict attention to bottom time.
The submerged Kristu tal-Baħħara statue upright on the seabed
Open cargo holds and accessible wheelhouse of the scuttled ferry
Pelagic predators hunting baitfish around the superstructure
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calmer seas and clear water occur from late spring through autumn.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dusky GrouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| European Conger EelConger conger | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean BarracudaSphyraena viridensis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common StingrayDasyatis pastinaca | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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