Beach guide
The best snorkelling spots in Malta and Gozo
Malta's rocky coast is what makes its snorkelling so good: clear water, limestone ledges, caves and plenty of fish within a few metres of the shore. Rocky coves and narrow inlets beat sandy beaches here.
Snorkelling needs a calm sea for good visibility and safe exits, so check the conditions below before you go and pick a spot sheltered from the day's wind.
Sea conditions update every hour.
Where to snorkel
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1 Dahlet Qorrot
Daħlet Qorrot, Nadur, Gozo: a small bay with boathouses, clear water for snorkelling, limited parking and a 2 km walk from bus 303.
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2 Ħondoq ir-Rummien
Ħondoq ir-Rummien, Qala: small sandy cove facing Comino, popular for snorkelling. Road from Mġarr, bus 303, parking and kiosk info.
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3 Mġarr ix-Xini
Mġarr ix-Xini, Gozo: sheltered pebble inlet near Xewkija, good for snorkelling and diving. Steep road, parking, food and what to expect.
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4 Wied il-Għasri
Wied il-Għasri, Gozo: a narrow gorge with a tiny pebble beach and calm-day snorkelling. Steps, parking, bus 309 and what to bring.
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5 Dwejra Inland Sea
Dwejra Inland Sea, Gozo: a calm pebble lagoon for swimming and snorkelling, tunnel boat trips, free parking and bus 311 from Victoria.
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6 Crystal Lagoon
Crystal Lagoon, Comino: a quiet cliff-lined inlet near the Blue Lagoon with sea caves and snorkelling, best reached on a boat tour.
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7 Blue Lagoon
Blue Lagoon, Comino: how the free booking pass works, ferries from Ċirkewwa and Mġarr, facilities and the best times to beat the crowds.
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8 Qawra Point
Qawra Point (Ta' Fra Ben): flat rocks by Qawra Tower with deep, clear water for snorkelling, sunbed hire and restaurants close by.
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9 Daħlet il-Fekruna Bay
Il-Fekruna, Xemxija: a small rocky cove with a pier, steps into deep water and good snorkelling, sheltered from north-westerly winds.
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10 St. Peter’s Pool
St Peter's Pool, Delimara: a rocky natural pool for swimming and cliff jumping. Parking fees, bus options, safety and when to go.
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11 Xlendi Bay
Xlendi Bay, Gozo: a sheltered inlet with a small beach, rock swimming and good snorkelling. Buses 306 and 330, parking and local tips.
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12 San Blas Bay
San Blas Bay, Nadur: a small red-sand beach in Gozo reached down a very steep road, with a summer kiosk and clear water for snorkelling.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best snorkelling in Malta?
On Gozo, Daħlet Qorrot, Ħondoq ir-Rummien, Mġarr ix-Xini and Wied il-Għasri are favourites. On Malta, try Qawra Point, Fekruna Bay and the rocks around St Peter's Pool; on Comino, Crystal Lagoon.
Do you need a boat to snorkel in Malta?
No. All the spots above can be reached from the shore except Crystal Lagoon, which is easiest by boat.
When is the sea clearest?
On calm days after a spell of light winds, usually in the morning. Rough seas stir up sand and make exits over rocks dangerous.