Enjoy the parties after diving in Malta
Malta is famous for its big gathering of music lovers with the numerous international music festivals as Lost&Found, Glitch Festival and Isle of MTV.
But not only festivals in Malta! All year round is possible to attend parties Festas of all kind.
Not to be missed the Traditional local Festa with impressive decorations and fireworks shows.
Experience Malta by its colours , music and life celebration excitement!
Discover the Best Dive Sites Around the Maltese Islands
Malta, Gozo and Comino offer an incredible variety of dive sites that cater to every taste and certification level. From dramatic drop-offs and colourful reefs to mysterious caves and historic shipwrecks, the underwater landscape around the archipelago never ceases to amaze. Clear, warm waters with visibility often exceeding 30 metres make every plunge a vivid encounter with the Mediterranean marine world. Whether you are a novice taking your first breaths underwater or an experienced tech diver hungry for depth, you will find your perfect playground just a short boat ride or shore entry away.
One unmissable highlight is the world‑famous Blue Hole in Gozo, a natural limestone chimney that opens into a vast archway connecting to the open sea. Nearby, the Inland Sea and the Coral Gardens at Dwejra promise unforgettable topography and abundant life. Over on Comino, the Santa Maria Caves and the P31 patrol boat wreck offer fascinating swim‑throughs and the chance to spot barracuda, grouper and octopus. Closer to Malta’s main island, the Um El Faroud wreck and the colourful reefs of Cirkewwa are perennial favourites, while advanced divers can challenge the dramatic current‑swept drop‑off of the Lantern Point. With over 50 named dive sites, every day can be a new adventure.
Learn to Dive or Advance Your Skills with Our Courses
If you have always dreamed of exploring the underwater world, Malta is the ideal classroom. The calm, sheltered bays and professional dive centres make the island one of the most welcoming places to earn your first certification. Our team of passionate instructors follows the highest international standards, offering everything from beginner Discover Scuba Diving experiences right through to PADI Open Water and Advanced Open Water courses. Small group sizes guarantee personal attention, and many courses combine theory with immediate, exhilarating dives in the open sea rather than just a pool.
For those already hooked, a wide range of specialty courses lets you sharpen your skills. Try your hand at wreck diving and navigate the ghostly corridors of sunken vessels, or master the art of buoyancy with a Peak Performance Buoyancy course. Deep diver and enriched air nitrox certifications open new frontiers, while underwater photography workshops help you capture the vivid colours and curious creatures you encounter. In just a few days you can transform from a curious beginner into a confident, independent diver ready to explore Malta’s best sites.
Indulge in Local Flavours After Your Dive
There is nothing like the appetite you work up after a couple of dives, and Malta’s food scene is ready to reward you. Within steps of the dive base you’ll find family‑run pastizzerias serving flaky ricotta or pea pastizzi, a cheap and delicious snack that fuels locals and visitors alike. For something heartier, sample a traditional ftira sandwich stuffed with tuna, capers, olives and tomato, or sit down to a plate of hobz biz‑zejt – crusty Maltese bread drenched in olive oil and rubbed with ripe tomatoes. Vegetarians and vegans will also find plenty to love in the fresh Mediterranean produce and creative plant‑based kitchens that have mushroomed across the islands.
Evenings bring a whole new world of taste. Treat yourself to a seafood platter of lampuki (dorado) when in season, or slow‑cooked rabbit – the national dish – in a garlic and wine sauce. Pair it with a glass of crisp local white wine or a Cisk lager and you’ll understand why Malta’s culinary identity is as rich as its history. Many waterfront restaurants in St. Julian’s, Valletta or Marsaskala offer sea views where you can watch the sunset paint the sky while you relive the day’s underwater encounters. A dive trip to Malta is a feast for all the senses, above and below the surface.
Year‑Round Diving: Why Malta Is Always a Good Idea
While summer naturally draws the crowds with its long sunny days and balmy water temperatures, the diving season in Malta truly never ends. Thanks to the islands’ southerly location and gentle microclimate, you can comfortably dive every month of the year. Winter visibility is often at its absolute best, reaching up to 40 metres on calm days, and the reduced boat traffic means you’ll have many sites almost to yourself. Water temperatures dip to around 15°C in February and March, easily managed with a 7 mm wetsuit or a semidry, and the reward is a serene underwater world painted in crisp, clear detail.
Spring and autumn deliver the sweet spot, with warm air, sea temperatures rising or holding around 20–23°C, and an explosion of marine life activity. These shoulder seasons are perfect for photographers hoping to catch breeding behaviours or rare sightings like eagle rays and sunfish. Even the festive winter months have their own magic – imagine a Christmas morning dive followed by a traditional Maltese lunch, or greeting the New Year underwater before partying at a local feast. Malta’s dive centres operate all year, so whenever the urge strikes, the islands are ready to welcome you with open fins and a calendar packed with festivals, food and underwater wonders.