Xatt l-Aħmar Dive Site - Gozo

Xatt l-Aħmar offers a relaxed shore dive, perfect for a sunny afternoon in Gozo. The entry is pretty straightforward, over some smooth rocks, and once you're in, you’ll find a gently sloping reef, with a few small caves and overhangs to explore. We’ve spotted everything from curious parrotfish and ornate wrasse flitting between the bushy corals to the elusive Mediterranean slipper lobster tucked away in crevices. Keep an eye out for dusky groupers lurking in the deeper sections. It’s a comfortable dive, not too deep, making it a good choice for newer divers or those looking for a couple of easy dives.

Location
Gozo, Malta, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
36.017845, 14.288018
Type
shore
Maximum Depth
10-40m

Marine Protected Area: Ġebla Fessej

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 Xatt l-Aħmar Dive Site

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 Xatt l-Aħmar Dive Site

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