Merkanti Reef (Divewise House Reef)

Shallow house reef with great topography and diverse marine life.

- Access
10m Avg Depth
20m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is located off St. Julian’s, on the northeastern coast of Malta, near Merkanti Beach Club. It's a shallow reef consisting of two parallel sections, reaching just above the surface with a marker pole at the far end. The reef offers numerous overhangs, crevices and nooks—ideal for exploring diverse marine life. The average depth is around 10 meters, but it can reach up to 20 meters in certain areas. Accessing this offshore site involves either boat travel or a substantial swim from shore. Entry is available through a small bay between the Westin Dragonara and Hilton Malta hotels. Be mindful of boat traffic when diving and always carry a DSMB. The reef provides an engaging dive for beginners, offering opportunities to discover a variety of marine creatures within its complex structure.

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Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

OctopusCuttlefishMoray eelPainted comberWrasse speciesSea breamNudibranchFirewormStarfish

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow depths, easy navigation, and minimal currents make it ideal for new divers and training purposes.

Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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