The best locations for scuba diving near Birżebbuġa are St. Julian's (San Ġiljan), Bugibba (St Paul's Bay) and Qawra (St. Paul's Bay) . In the area of Birżebbuġa you can find even more scuba diving locations. St. Julian's (San Ġiljan) is the closest scuba diving location and is 14 km away from Birżebbuġa. You can reach it in about 22 min by car.
"The diving course was excellent. The two of us had an instructor, so very good supervision. The equipment was in good condition and everything was explained clearly. The area is just really nice for diving."Lukas, August 23, 2022
From 495€ / day (8hrs)
PADI Scuba Diver Course in St Julian's for BeginnersIf you're pressed for time but eager to become a certified PADI Diver, our PADI Scuba Diver course in St Julian's is tailored just for you! No prior diving experience is necessary to embark on this adventure, which promises to unveil the hidden treasures of Malta's underwater realm. This 2 to 3-day course equips you to dive to a depth of 12 meters under the expert guidance of a PADI professional. It's structured into two parts: a theoretical segment that you can complete online before your course begins, and a hands-on practical component. During the practical sessions, we will conduct a total of 3 dives. You'll have the flexibility to complete these dives either at our house reef or explore the multitude of dive sites scattered across the stunning Maltese Islands!The PADI Scuba Diver qualifies you to: - Dive to a maximum depth of 12 metres/40 feet - Dive with a scuba diving instructor by your sideProgramme - eLearning: Once the booking is completed, we will send you all further instruction to access the PADI elearning portal. We recommend you completing the necessary modules before the start of the course, but you can also complete them at the same time. Hen, you can move straight on to the practical part of your scuba diving experience. - Kick-off: We will meet you directly at our office in St Julian's. If you come by car, you can park directly in the street, the parking spots are for free. We offer free pick-up in Sliema and St. Julian's. The latter needs to be arranged after booking. Once at the diving centre, you will collect your equipment, change clothes and go to our dive site. We will make a total of 3 dives: you can either make 1 or 2 dives a day, depending on your flexibility. Course content - Theory Lessons - Practice Dives in confined water - Open Water DivesIncluded services - Certified PADI diving instructor - High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit, mask, fins, octopus, weights) - Scuba tank (200 Bar) - PADI registration fee & certificate - Transfers & Pick-up from hotel in Sliema and St. Julian's (in the morning only)Not included - E-Learning material: to be bought after booking, for an additional 85€ Additional services - Prescription masks can be bought on site if needed Requirements - Minimum age: 15 years old - Swimming ability - General health - If you wear prescription glasses, you need to be comfortable wearing contact lensesBring along - Towel - Swimming suit - Water - Change of dry clothing for after-divingGood to know - After diving, you have to leave a minimum of 12 hours before your flight - We accept cash and card for all payments on-site
From 290€ / day (6hrs)
PADI Open Water Course in St Julian's for BeginnersOur PADI Open Water course in St. Julian's is perfect for beginners, providing a thorough and immersive introduction to scuba diving. You don't need any previous experience! This course usually takes 3 to 4 days and covers everything you need to know to become a certified PADI Open Water Diver, allowing you to dive up to 18 meters deep. It's divided into two parts: theory and hands-on training. Get ready for an unforgettable journey as you explore Malta's stunning underwater world, where you'll encounter fascinating marine life like groupers and parrotfish!The PADI Open Water qualifies you to: - Dive to a maximum depth of 18 metres/60 feet - Plan and execute dives with a certified buddy - Rent or buy diving equipment in dive centres worldwideProgramme - eLearning: Once the booking is completed, we will send you all further instruction to access the PADI elearning portal. We recommend you completing the necessary modules before the start of the course, but you can also complete them at the same time. Then, you can move straight on to the practical part of your scuba diving experience. - Kick-off: We will meet you directly at our office in St Julian's. If you come by car, you can park directly in the street, the parking spots are for free. We offer free pick-up in Sliema and St. Julian's. The latter needs to be arranged after booking. Once at the diving centre, you will collect your equipment, change clothes and go to our dive site. We will make a total of 6 dives: you can either make 1 or 2 dives a day, depending on your flexibility. Course content - Theory Lessons - Practice Dives in confined water - Open Water DivesIncluded services - Certified PADI diving instructor - High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit, mask, fins, octopus, weights) - Scuba tank (200 Bar) - PADI registration fee & certificate - Transfers & Pick-up from hotel in Sliema and St. Julian's (in the morning only)Not included - E-Learning material: to be bought after booking, for an additional 85€ Additional services - Prescription masks can be bought on site if needed Requirements - Minimum age: 15 years old - Swimming ability - General health - If you wear prescription glasses, you need to be comfortable wearing contact lensesBring along - Towel - Swimming suit - Water - Change of dry clothing for after-divingGood to know - After diving, you have to leave a minimum of 12 hours before your flight - We accept cash and card for all payments on-site
"Relaxing scuba diving in Malta. The experience is unforgettable. The instructor explained everything briefly and clearly and led me underwater. It was worth it for me to fly to Malta."Viktorija, August 16, 2025
"Had a great time. I messed up the booking initially and they sorted it all out for me and got me a great diving session suited for my and my mate. The instructors English was perfect, his instructions were very clear and he was very patient. The dive itself was really good, the reefs are quite amazing to see."Alisdair, September 19, 2019
From 475€ / day (6hrs)
PADI Open Water Diver Course for Beginners in Bugibba, MaltaYou are passionate about diving and have decided to get a certification to be able to dive in the most beautiful sites in the world? In Malta, you will start in a dream setting by training in one of the best diving destinations in Europe. Our experienced instructors look forward to accompanying you on this very special journey that will take you closer to diving independently. During your course, you will discover unique sites accessible even to beginners, such as wrecks, and will enjoy the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean. The beginning of a great adventure and incredible underwater memories await you! Goal of the course The PADI Open Water Diver certification is one of the most popular in the world: it allows you to dive up to 18 m around the world, with a diving buddy who has a certification equivalent to or higher than yours. You can also rent diving equipment wherever you go. With us, you will learn everything you need to know about diving, familiarize yourself with the equipment and be prepared for the most common situations. In a nutshell, a very complete certification that will make you a confident and competent diver. Meeting & Preparation You will begin with the theoretical part of the course from the comfort of your home shortly before your first day at our center. On the first day with us, we will meet you at our base at the scheduled time. If you are staying in the area around Bugibba, we will be happy to offer you our pick-up service at your accommodation. Once at the base, you will get to know your instructor and be provided with your equipment. Then the course will start, with the theoretical part or directly with a confined water dive if you did the theoretical part before your arrival. Course content - From home: Online theory lessons - Day 1: Practice in confined water - Day 2: 2 Open Water Dives - Day 3: 2 Open Water Dives Included Activities - 5 Theory Lessons - Practice Dives in confined water - 4 Open Water Dives Included Services - Certified PADI diving instructor - High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit, mask, fins, octopus, weights) - Scuba tank (200 Bar for all dives) - Daily Transfers & Pick-up from hotel (in the surroundings of Bugibba) - Transfer to the dive site and back to the base - E-Learning material - PADI registration fee & certificate Requirements - Minimum age: 10 years old - Physical health - Swimming ability
"Was a very good experience to recommend whoever wants to try scuba-diving in Malta, very friendly people. And a high qualified instructors, thank you very much for the day"Joao, July 22, 2022
"Was really nice. Will looked after us well and also explained a lot about the sea. Because there was a storm on our original date, we were able to reschedule the date without any problems."Annika, September 18, 2023
"Relaxing scuba diving in Malta. The experience is unforgettable. The instructor explained everything briefly and clearly and led me underwater. It was worth it for me to fly to Malta."
"I highly recommend it!
The experience is very exciting. The dive site is beautiful. The staff is very friendly and attentive. A special mention goes to our instructor, Jen, for her friendliness, professionalism, and empathy."
Malta is considered to be one of the best diving destinations in Europe. Alone, with family or friends, take advantage of your trip there to start your diving journey and do your very first dive: the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea, the abundant marine life and incredible sites with
Got a couple of hours to spare during your holiday in Mellieħa? Why not try a PADI Discover Scuba Diving Course to get a quick and easy introduction into scuba diving. Explore your surroundings in a sheltered underwater environment and learn what this exciting sport is all about. Goal of the course
Explore the fascinating world beneath the waves with our PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience in St Julian's. Perfect for beginners aged 10 and above, this program offers a glimpse into the underwater realm and the sensation of weightlessness akin to floating in space. Our experienced and certified