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Scuba Diving near Birżebbuġa
The best locations for scuba diving near Birżebbuġa are Sliema, St. Julian's (San Ġiljan) and Bugibba (St Paul's Bay). In the area of Birżebbuġa you can find even more scuba diving locations. Sliema is the closest scuba diving location and is 13 km away from Birżebbuġa. You can reach it in about 22 min by car.
- Sliema13 km from Birżebbuġa (22 min by car)6Reviews3Scuba diving offersSliema: Popular Scuba Dives
SSI Try Scuba Course in Sliema for Beginners"Margerita did a great job familiarising us with the equipment and we always felt safe. John accompanied us on the dive itself and the time underwater was just great! Super experience! Thank you very much!"Martin · July 2024From 85€ / day (2hrs)SSI Open Water Course in Sliema for BeginnersOur SSI Open Water course in Sliema is tailor-made for beginners like you, offering an immersive and comprehensive introduction to the world of scuba diving. No prior experience is necessary! Throughout this course, which typically spans 3 to 4 days, you will gain the necessary skills and knowledge to become a certified SSI Open Water Diver and to dive up to 18 meters. It's a two-part adventure, comprising theoretical learning and practical training sessions. We guarantee an unforgettable experience as you uncover the hidden treasures of Malta's mesmerizing underwater realm: groupers and parrot fish are waiting for you!The SSI 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 SSI 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 Sliema. If you come by car, there are free car parks nearby. We offer free pick-up in Sliema and St. Julian's, as well as paid pick-up in the region as far as Valletta. In both cases, this must be arranged after booking. Once at the diving centre, you will collect your equipment and change clothes. Depending on the weather conditions, we will most likely stay on the beach in front of our base. If the conditions do not allow us to stay there, we will take the boat to a quiet cove and dive there. 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 SSI diving instructor - High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit, mask, fins, octopus, weights) - Scuba tank (200 Bar) - SSI 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: 12 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-siteFrom 510€ / day (6hrs) - St. Julian's (San Ġiljan)14 km from Birżebbuġa (22 min by car)41Reviews9Scuba diving offersSt. Julian's (San Ġiljan): Popular Scuba DivesPADI Open Water Diver Course in St. Julian's for Beginners"Brilliant experience! A wonderful location for both enclosed and open water dives. And the tuition was top notch throughout. I cannot fault it"Simon · November 2022From 500€ / day (8hrs)PADI Discover Scuba Diving Course in St Julian's for Beginners"Great time with great people. Would highly recommend!"Partiban · April 2024From 99€ / day (3hrs)Guided Reef & Bay Dives around Malta from St. Julian's"Nice"Ruairidh · June 2024From 80€ / day (2.5hrs)
- Bugibba (St Paul's Bay)23 km from Birżebbuġa (33 min by car)128Reviews8Scuba diving offersBugibba (St Paul's Bay): Popular Scuba DivesDiscover Scuba Diving for Beginners in Bugibba, Malta"I had a wonderful experience diving here! The instructor was incredibly patient, kind, and very professional. She never pushed us, which made us feel safe and comfortable, especially since we found it quite exciting at first. She really sensed our needs and adjusted perfectly. My 10-year-old son absolutely loved it and picked it up so quickly thanks to her guidance. Great value for money and truly an unforgettable experience – highly recommended!"Caroline · August 2025From 60€ / day (3hrs)Guided Boat & Shore Dives from Saint Paul's Bay in Malta"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 2019From 475€ / day (6hrs)PADI Discover Scuba Diving in Saint Paul's Bay for Beginners"Top-notch staff, highly professional and enthusiastic, to engage even the youngest divers. One-hour dive plus instruction. Direct access from the shore, right in front of the center. Highly recommended."Roberta · August 2025From 90€ / day (3hrs)
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