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Crystal Lagoon Dive Site

3.9 — based on 17 community signals
4.4 12 species 42 contributors

Crystal Lagoon near Comino offers year-round diving in clear Mediterranean waters with consistent marine life sightings and an active community of divers.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Water temp
13–26°C
Shore entryFamily-friendlyBeginnerPhotoFriendly

At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Water temp
13–26 °C
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Great barracuda

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
1.9 kn
Wave
0.32 m
Water
28.3°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ESE (26%)
Now: S (180°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.25m

Next: High at 02:00 (-0.38m)

+-0.3 m-0.6 m
▲ 02:00 · -0.38m ▼ 06:00 · -0.39m ▲ 07:00 · -0.38m ▼ 12:00 · -0.39m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV2.6 · low Air PM2.56 · good 06:47 19:04
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 6.7 0.32 3 1mm
09-20 4.3 0.36 5 5mm
09-21 6 0.32 7 0mm
09-22 5.4 0.22 7 0mm
09-23 9.3 0.26 6 3mm
09-24 9.1 0.4 6 4mm
09-25 10.4 0.34 6 1mm
🌡 Water temp: Normal for Sep (13–26°C)

About this spot

Crystal Lagoon sits near Comino, Malta's smaller island, and draws divers year-round thanks to stable Mediterranean conditions. The site sits outside a marine protected area, giving it open access for recreational diving. With 12 documented species observations and 3 community videos available, you'll find current intel from other divers who've been there. The lagoon's appeal lies in its accessibility and reliable visibility. Divers regularly report encounters with local marine life, though specific depth ratings and water temperature data vary by season. The site works for explorers of different experience levels, making it a popular choice for Malta's diving community. Before you go, check current conditions and marine life reports shared by the diving community. Water conditions can shift seasonally, so connecting with local operators or recent visitor feedback helps you plan the right dive profile. Access is straightforward from Comino, though sea state and weather dictate trip timing.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Marine life

Great barracuda

Dive types

ReefShore

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🤿 Pack: 5/4 mm full
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type G · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • 🤿 Wetsuit 5/4 mm full
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 2081km · ~479kg · €9

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 77/100
  • Visa: Visa-free · 90 days max
  • Flight: 7h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 6h east · 4 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Crystal Lagoon?

Crystal Lagoon offers diving year-round. Mediterranean conditions remain relatively stable, though summer months typically bring calmer seas and better visibility. Winter can bring rougher conditions and lower visibility, so check local forecasts before booking.

What depth and difficulty level should I expect?

Specific depth data for Crystal Lagoon is variable. The site accommodates divers of different experience levels. Verify current conditions and depth profiles with local sources or recent community reports before your dive.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species have been documented at Crystal Lagoon. Community videos and dive reports provide the most current sightings. Check recent observations from other divers to learn what's been spotted lately.

Do I need permits or special access?

Crystal Lagoon sits outside a marine protected area, so access is open. Reach Comino by boat from Malta or nearby islands. Arrange transport and verify any local regulations with dive operators or maritime authorities before you go.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Blue Waters Dive Cove

2.9 km
Dive centre

Scuba Life Malta

6.7 km
Dive centre

ABC Diving

8.5 km
Dive centre
Hours: Everyday 8.00am until 5.00pm

Nautic Team Gozo

9.1 km
Dive centre

Octopus Garden Scuba Diving

9.8 km
Dive centre
Hours: Mo-Su 08:30-17:00

Paradise Diving

2.6 km
Dive centre
Hours: 08:30-17:00

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Scuba diving Blue Lagoon, Comino Island, Malta

Outdoor SurThrival

Malta diving Crystal lagoon

Henrik Elkjær

Malta Gozo 2021 - Crystal lagoon - snorkeling - GoPro8

RudyLisek

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "Is this path still accessible by bike? We have some reports from the RouteYou community that it is not accessible anymore."

    Kevin@RouteYou · 2026-04-22
  • "Dieser Weg existiert nicht. Es sieht nach einer aufgelassenen Baustelle aus, der der Weg zum Opfer gefallen ist."

    Stephan Lengauer · 2026-03-12
wind peaks Jan-Mar-Dec, calmest Aug-Jul-Jun, dry Jan-Dec, water 13-26°C.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)

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