Um El Faroud Suggest edit

Malta Suggest · Southern Region Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

36Max dive depth

36.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

24.0–28.0 °CWater (summer)

14.0–18.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Um El Faroud is a renowned dive site located in the Southern Region of Malta, famous for its impressive wreck and diverse marine life. The site features a submerged shipwreck, which provides an exciting exploration opportunity for divers.

Divers can explore the wreck of the Um El Faroud, which lies at a depth suitable for various skill levels. The wreck is home to numerous fish species and offers interesting structures to navigate through. The surrounding area is characterized by rocky formations and marine vegetation.

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: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rock wreck Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle shots of the wreck, macro photography of marine life.

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