Marsalforn Jetty - Gozo

Marsalforn Jetty, right in the heart of Gozo’s northern fishing village, offers a straightforward shore entry perfect for a relaxed dive. We’ve found it’s a great spot to shake off the rust or get back into the water after a break. The sandy bottom gently slopes, giving way to rockier patches, where you’ll often find Mediterranean slipper lobsters tucked away and ornate wrasse flitting between the bushy coral. Keep an eye out for conger eels too, often spotted peeking from crevices. It's a convenient dive, good for an afternoon potter or a night dive to see what comes out after dark.

Location
Gozo, Malta, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
36.074955, 14.258642
Type
reef

Marine Protected Area: Il-Bajja tax-Xlendi

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 Marsalforn Jetty

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 Marsalforn Jetty

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