Schnellboot - Comino

The Schnellboot, a German E-boat from WWII, sits upright at 55 metres off Comino. It's a deep dive, best for experienced technical divers comfortable with overhead environments, as penetration is possible into the torpedo tubes and engine room. Schools of barracuda often circle the wreck, and we've spotted large groupers resting in its shadows. This site offers a genuine historical encounter for those with the right training.

Location
Comino, Malta, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
35.904816, 14.547684
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
55m

Marine Protected Area: Fortifikazzjonijiet tal-Port

Best Time to Dive in Comino

The warmest water temperatures in Comino occur in August, averaging 28.1°C. The coolest conditions are in March at 15.3°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 16.4°C
  • February: 15.5°C
  • March: 15.3°C
  • April: 16.2°C
  • May: 18.7°C
  • June: 22.9°C
  • July: 26.9°C
  • August: 28.1°C
  • September: 27.3°C
  • October: 24.9°C
  • November: 22.2°C
  • December: 19.3°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Comino

Nearest Dive Centres to Schnellboot

Marine Life in Comino

Home to 24 recorded species including 12 reef fish, 4 sharks & rays, 2 whales & dolphins, 2 seagrass & algae, 2 hard corals, 1 other.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Schnellboot

Based on average water temperature of 21.1°C, currents 2 cm/s.

  • Wetsuit (3-5mm) - comfortable for 21°C water
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories