The Canyon Suggest edit

Malta Suggest · Northern Region Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

24.0–28.0 °CWater (summer)

14.0–18.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The Canyon is a popular dive site located on the island of Malta, known for its stunning underwater topography and diverse marine life. The site features a deep canyon that provides an exciting environment for divers of various skill levels.

Divers can explore the dramatic walls of the canyon, which drop steeply and are adorned with various marine flora and fauna. The site offers opportunities to see schools of fish, octopuses, and other marine creatures. The dive typically involves navigating through the canyon and enjoying the unique geological formations.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 14.0–18.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rock reef Suggest edit

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