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Hms Nasturtium

Malta
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★ 4.0 (1 review)
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Deep, historic WWI wreck dive for technical divers.

Boat Access
65m Avg Depth
68m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, known as Nasturtium, is a fascinating wreck dive located in Malta. The site features the HMS Nasturtium, a British sloop-of-war from World War I. Built in 1915 and used for minesweeping, the ship tragically sank outside Grand Harbour on April 27th, 1916, after hitting a mine. The wreck rests at a maximum depth of 68 meters and is approximately 81 meters long. As of May 1st, 2019, the wreck is protected by Heritage Malta, necessitating a special permit for diving. Access to the site is only via boat. This dive offers a glimpse into naval history and presents challenges suitable for experienced divers.
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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Poor
Macro Marine Life Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

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Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

Deep wreck at 68m requires technical diving certification and experience.

Hazards:
depthcurrentboat trafficwreck penetration
Current Strength:

Moderate

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