Wreck Diving in Malta: Must-See Underwater History
Malta is famous not just for its beaches and blue waters—but for the shipwrecks beneath the surface. With decades of maritime history and purpose-sunk wrecks for divers, Malta is a true playground for wreck diving.
Here are some of the must-see wreck dives around the islands, plus how to plan the perfect dive trip from your base at BLOCK in Xlendi, Gozo.
Why Wreck Diving in Malta?
Rich WWII and modern maritime history
Purpose-sunk wrecks for training and marine life habitats
Clear visibility and relatively easy access
Depths for beginner through advanced divers
1. HMS Maori (Valletta, Malta)
Best for: Beginners to Intermediate Divers
This WWII British destroyer was sunk in 1942 and now rests in shallow water just off Valletta.
Highlights:
Easy access from shore
Max depth around 14m
Great intro to wreck diving
2. Um El Faroud (Zurrieq, Malta)
Best for: Advanced Divers
A massive Libyan oil tanker sunk deliberately in 1998, now covered in coral and fish.
Highlights:
115m long wreck
Depths around 30–36m
Huge structure with plenty of penetration routes
3. Rozi & P29 (Cirkewwa, Malta)
Best for: All Levels
Two popular artificial reefs just minutes apart. Rozi is a tugboat; P29 was a patrol boat. Both attract marine life and offer easy navigation.
Highlights:
Multiple wrecks in one dive site
Good for wreck specialty courses
Max depths around 35m (P29)
4. Karwela, Cominoland & Xlendi Ferry (Gozo)
Best for: Intermediate to Advanced Divers
Three wrecks off the coast of Xatt l-Ahmar. Karwela is the most photogenic, with a stairwell that’s gone viral among divers.
Highlights:
Karwela: Iconic stairway and 40m max depth
Cominoland: Smaller, beginner-friendly
Xlendi Ferry: Collapsed structure but a site full of marine life
Dive Them All From Gozo
Staying at BLOCK Hotel in Xlendi means you can explore Gozo’s wrecks and still do day trips to Malta’s top sites. With RITUAL Dive, trips across the islands are easy to organise—gear, transport, and guides included.
BLOCK guests get 10% off all dive courses and trips.
Dive into History
Whether you’re fascinated by naval stories or love the feeling of floating through sunken metal giants, Malta’s wrecks offer some of the best diving in Europe.
Book your stay at BLOCK and plan your wreck adventures with RITUAL Dive.