Beaches and diving in Malta

Best Beaches & Diving

This list features Malta’s finest sandy beaches and notable scuba diving locations, including bays with colorful sands, secluded coves, and renowned dive centers. Highlights include beaches with striking cliffs, areas with vibrant marine ecosystems, and well-equipped diving shops supporting underwater exploration.

Best Beaches & Diving — Map

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Ġnejna Bay

Ġnejna Bay is a popular tourist destination located about 1 kilometer from the village of Mġarr on the western coast of Malta.

B

Pretty Bay

The only sandy beach in the south. It has quite an urban feel to it, but that means a lot of facilities are available here.

C

Paradise Bay

One of the most famed sandy beaches in Malta. Popular with the younger crowd.

D

Ħondoq ir-Rummien

Known for its clear waters and diverse marine life, this spot is a key scuba diving location on Gozo’s coast.

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Imgiebah Bay

Remote and secluded beach, perfect for enjoying peace and the beautiful natural surroundings. There are no facilities.

F

Octopus Garden Scuba Diving

A scuba diving shop and training academy offering equipment rental and dive courses.

G

St Andrew's Divers Cove

Dive centre providing guided scuba diving tours and certifications.

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Crystal Lagoon Dive Site

A popular dive site recognized for its underwater rock formations and marine biodiversity.

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Xwejni Bay

Xwejni Bay is a bay located in the northern part of Gozo, Malta, within the limits of the village of Żebbuġ.

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Ramla Bay

Quite a spacious beach with colorful, almost red, sand. A good place to just enjoy a typical day at the beach, full of swimming, snorkeling…

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Xlendi Beach

A picturesque clean beach, faved by both locals and tourists alike. The cliffs only make the beach more charming.

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Ta' Ċenċ Cliff

The Ta' Ċenċ Cliffs, also known as Sanap Cliffs, form a 20 ha linear strip of cliffed coastline in Sannat, on the southern coast of the…

M

Balluta Bay

A sandy beach located in an urban setting, known for its calm waters.

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Riviera Beach

Sandy beach featuring accessible pathways and scenic surroundings.

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Wied il-Għasri

A gravel beach open 24/7 with easy access, popular for swimming.

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