Dive-site story
Located on the northern coast of Gozo near the historic salt pans, this shallow natural bay provides a relaxed shore dive characterized by sandstone rock formations, extensive Posidonia seagrass beds, and open sandy channels. Divers enter via a gently sloping pebbly beach or rocky ledge, following underwater gullies out toward small overhangs and swim-throughs that shelter cryptic Mediterranean sea life. Because the bay is sheltered from southerly winds, it frequently serves as a training ground and night-diving destination when outer northern reefs experience heavy swell.
Scenic labyrinth of gullies, rock plateaus, and shallow swim-throughs
Expansive Posidonia oceanica meadows hosting juvenile fish and seahorses
Easy shore entry ideal for long, relaxed navigation and night dives
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calm seas and warm water during late spring through autumn offer optimal conditions for diving.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flying GurnardDactylopterus volitans | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean CardinalfishApogon imberbis | Common | ||||||||||||
| CuttlefishSepia officinalis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Wide-eyed FlounderBothus podas | Common |
Marine forecast
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