Big Bear-Little Bear - Gozo

The Big Bear-Little Bear dive site, tucked away in Gozo, offers a quiet exploration for those looking for a relaxed dive. We’ve found it’s usually pretty sheltered, making for calm conditions even when other spots are choppy. Keep an eye out for the Dusky groupers that often lurk in the crevices, and we’ve spotted Mediterranean slipper lobsters tucked under ledges too. It’s a nice option for a second dive or if you want to take your time looking for smaller stuff like the vivid Sunset cup corals.

Location
Gozo, Malta, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
36.051525, 14.188093
Type
pinnacle
Maximum Depth
10-25m

Marine Protected Area: Żona fil-Baħar fl-inħawi tad-Dwerja (Għawdex)

Best Time to Dive in Gozo

The warmest water temperatures in Gozo occur in August, averaging 27.7°C. The coolest conditions are in March at 15.3°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 16.4°C
  • February: 15.3°C
  • March: 15.3°C
  • April: 16.1°C
  • May: 18.5°C
  • June: 22.6°C
  • July: 26.3°C
  • August: 27.7°C
  • September: 27.1°C
  • October: 24.5°C
  • November: 22.0°C
  • December: 18.9°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Gozo

Nearest Dive Centres to Big Bear-Little Bear

Marine Life in Gozo

Home to 24 recorded species including 12 reef fish, 3 hard corals, 2 whales & dolphins, 2 seagrass & algae, 2 sharks & rays, 1 other.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Big Bear-Little Bear

Based on average water temperature of 20.9°C, currents 9 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