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Calypso Cave

3.9 — based on 17 community signals
4.4 12 especies 46 colaboradores

Calypso Cave is a Malta dive site with year-round access and 12 documented species observations.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Intermedio
Shore entry

De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Dificultad
intermediate
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Barracuda

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
2.6 kn
Olas
0.34 m
Agua
28.3°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ESE (25%)
Now: SSW (193°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.25m

Próxima: Alta a las 02:00 (-0.38m)

+-0.3 m-0.6 m
▲ 02:00 · -0.38m ▼ 11:00 · -0.39m ▼ 19:00 · -0.43m ▲ 00:00 · -0.41m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV2.6 · low Aire PM2.56 · good 06:48 19:04
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 6.8 0.34 3 2mm
09-20 4.6 0.38 5 5mm
09-21 6 0.34 7 0mm
09-22 6.8 0.22 7 0mm
09-23 13.4 0.26 6 5mm
09-24 13.4 0.4 6 3mm
09-25 16.1 0.4 6 5mm

About this spot

Calypso Cave, located off the Maltese coast, offers divers a chance to explore a distinctive underwater feature. The site is accessible throughout the year, making it a reliable choice for planning dives in Malta. The cave environment attracts a variety of marine life, with 12 species observations recorded by the diving community. The site is not within a Marine Protected Area, which means standard diving protocols apply. Divers interested in the location can find visual references through three community-contributed videos that document the site. These resources help establish what to expect when planning a dive. Malta's position in the Mediterranean provides stable diving conditions across seasons. Calypso Cave integrates into the broader network of Maltese dive sites, each offering distinct geological and biological features. The documented species observations suggest a healthy marine ecosystem worth exploring. Before diving, verify current site conditions and any local regulations. Community feedback and video documentation offer practical insight into the underwater terrain and what marine species are typically encountered.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Malta: 40 Puntos, Pecios y Cuevas Durante Todo el Año

Mejores meses

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

Vida marina

Barracuda

Tipos de buceo

Cueva

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 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%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 1626km · ~374kg · €7

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 77/100
  • Visado: Sin visado · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 7h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 6h este · 4 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Calypso Cave?

Calypso Cave is accessible year-round, so you can plan dives any month that suits your schedule. Malta's Mediterranean location provides relatively stable conditions throughout the year.

What marine life might I encounter?

12 species observations have been documented at the site. Community videos provide visual examples of the marine life and underwater environment you'll encounter.

Is the site protected or restricted?

Calypso Cave is not within a Marine Protected Area, so standard diving protocols apply. Always check local regulations before your dive.

How can I learn more about the site before diving?

Three community-contributed videos document Calypso Cave. These provide authentic footage of the underwater terrain and help you understand what to expect.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Nautic Team Gozo

1.6 km
Centro de buceo

Dwejra Divers

6.1 km
Centro de buceo

Ritual Dive

6.3 km
Centro de buceo
Horario: Mo-Su 08:00-18:00

Blue Waters Dive Cove

8.2 km
Centro de buceo

The Washing Machine

0.3 km
Centro de buceo

Reqqa Point

1.1 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Dive Ref 20149 Triple Arch (Calypso Cave) Highlights 2020 09 10

Stephen Ruff

Diving the azure waters of Gozo with Calypso

Calypso Diving Centre

Calypso Cave 2 AVCHD

HRKCH

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
  • "This is the staring point of the stairs. The are discussed on the POI on the other (wrong) side of the bay."

    Stephan Lengauer · 2026-03-15
  • "Extremely steep and dangerous descent towards the beach here coming from the Gozo coastal trail. There is no path and the indicated stairs are at the wrong location. Please revise."

    HenrydeVries · 2023-11-11
  • "Dieser Weg existiert nicht. Es sieht nach einer aufgelassenen Baustelle aus, der der Weg zum Opfer gefallen ist."

    Stephan Lengauer · 2026-03-12

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