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Scuba Diving near Marsaxlokk
The best locations for scuba diving near Marsaxlokk are Sliema, St. Julian's (San Ġiljan) and Bugibba (St Paul's Bay). In the area of Marsaxlokk you can find even more scuba diving locations. Sliema is the closest scuba diving location and is 13 km away from Marsaxlokk. You can reach it in about 22 min by car.
- Sliema13 km from Marsaxlokk (22 min by car)6Customer recommendations3Scuba 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 19, 2024From 80€ / 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 485€ / day (6hrs) - St. Julian's (San Ġiljan)14 km from Marsaxlokk (22 min by car)41Customer recommendations9Scuba diving offersSt. Julian's (San Ġiljan): Popular Scuba DivesGuided Reef & Bay Dives around Malta from St. Julian's"The whole sector is well organized. Haven't been diving for a long time, the tutor started with a short recovery session to help get your memory back. My guide Joe is super nice with very clear instructions for everything! I was a bit nervous at the beginning, but with his guidance, I feel this recovery journey is super comfortable and very happy to back to dive again! And communications with the staff during booking is efficient. 5star recommendations!"Weilin, August 30, 2021From 60€ / day (2.5hrs)PADI Discover Scuba Diving in St. Julian's in Malta"Very nice instructors and they helped us a lot. We took it easy for our first time, but we still managed to go 11 meters deep."Nanuq, July 23, 2025From 90€ / day (2.5hrs)PADI Open Water Diver Course in St. Julian's for Beginners"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, 2022From 495€ / day (8hrs)
- Bugibba (St Paul's Bay)23 km from Marsaxlokk (33 min by car)127Customer recommendations8Scuba 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 19, 2025From 60€ / day (3hrs)Trial Scuba Diving in Saint Paul's Bay in Malta"I loved it! Increadible expercience with very professional and nice instructor. Everything has gone well!"Matteo, August 31, 2025From 49€ / day (2.5hrs)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 abilityFrom 490€ / day (6hrs)
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"Very nice instructors and they helped us a lot. We took it easy for our first time, but we still managed to go 11 meters deep."
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