Cs Levant Ii

Deep, historic cable-laying shipwreck for advanced technical divers.

Boat Access
55m Avg Depth
59m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site presents the wreck of the CS Levant II, a cable-laying vessel built in 1904. Originally operated by the Easter Telegraph Company, she served vital communication routes between Malta, Sicily, Libya and Alexandria for nearly half a century before being deemed too damaged to be salvaged. After being towed towards the Grand Harbour spoil ground, the vessel sank approximately 1.5 kilometers off Valletta, now resting at a depth of around 59 meters. The Levant II was rediscovered in 1999 and its identity confirmed through an internet photograph, revealing her original name – Brown and Co. – and dating back to 1911. The wreck is remarkably well-preserved, measuring 42 meters in length. Accessing the site requires advanced diving skills due to strong currents associated with the Grand Harbour Port traffic. The average depth is 55 meters, but it can reach 59 meters at certain points. Shore access is limited to boat only. This wreck offers a fascinating glimpse into maritime history and technical diving challenges.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

wreckadvanced onlystrong currentsdeep divetechnical diveboat dive

Marine Life

AmberjackGrouperDamselfishEncrusting sponges

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

Deep wreck (59m) with strong currents, requires technical diving skills.

Hazards:
depthcurrentboat traffic
Current Strength:

Strong

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