MARTA
Why dive here
MARTA is a wreck dive where divers can encounter dolphins, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and sea turtles. Water ranges 16-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Marta, near Xatt l-Aħmar, is a relatively shallow wreck, sitting at just four metres. She’s a decent sized motor vessel, 78 metres long, sunk intentionally in 1991. We love how accessible she is, making for a relaxed dive, especially if you're keen on longer bottom times. You can explore the deck structure, which has become home to plenty of wrasses and damselfish darting between the rusty plates. Keep an eye out for nudibranchs on the encrusting sponges too; the shallow depth means there’s ample light for spotting smaller critters. It’s a good one for newer wreck divers, or anyone after an easy second dive.
Typical MARTA Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MARTA
MARTA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for MARTA, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (36.08, 14.25) (15km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
24°C
76°F · Range: 22.1–26.6°C
Current Speed
13.6 cm/s
Direction: SE (126°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.114 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
37.92 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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