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Il-Bajja tax-Xwejni

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

Il-Bajja tax-Xwejni is a year-round Maltese dive site with 12 recorded species observations and 3 community videos.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
Shore entryFamily-friendlyBeginner

De un vistazo

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

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
2.8 kn
Olas
0.32 m
Agua
28.3°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ESE (25%)
Now: SSW (192°)
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

Il-Bajja tax-Xwejni is a coastal dive destination in Malta offering year-round access to local marine life. The site draws divers looking for a straightforward Maltese experience without the crowds of major resorts. Its proximity to the Xwejni area makes it convenient for day trips and training dives. The site has generated 12 documented species observations from the diving community, providing a foundation for understanding the local ecosystem. Three community videos are available online, giving prospective visitors a sense of conditions and wildlife you might encounter. This user-generated content offers authentic perspective from recent dives. Being outside Malta's marine protected area means conditions are less regulated than some neighboring spots. Divers should check current conditions and local recommendations before planning a trip. Year-round divability makes Il-Bajja tax-Xwejni a reliable option whether you're visiting in summer heat or winter swells. Malta's strategic location in the central Mediterranean has made it a diving destination for decades. Il-Bajja tax-Xwejni sits within this broader ecosystem and offers local character for divers exploring beyond the guidebook standards.

📖 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

CostaArrecife

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 Il-Bajja tax-Xwejni?

Il-Bajja tax-Xwejni is diveable year-round. Malta's Mediterranean location provides consistent conditions across all seasons, though summer months attract more recreational traffic and winter can bring choppier surface conditions.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty data for Il-Bajja tax-Xwejni are not formally documented. Check recent community videos and local dive guides for current conditions before your visit. Local operators and dive shops in the area can provide current site briefings.

What marine life can I see?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at Il-Bajja tax-Xwejni. Three community videos are available online showing recent dives. Consult these resources and local dive logs for detailed species lists and encounter frequency.

Do I need permits or special access to dive here?

Il-Bajja tax-Xwejni is outside Malta's marine protected areas. Standard recreational diving rules apply. Check with local dive operators regarding any local guidelines, entry fees, or practical access information before diving.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Nautic Team Gozo

1.4 km
Centro de buceo

Dwejra Divers

5.9 km
Centro de buceo

Ritual Dive

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

Blue Waters Dive Cove

8.1 km
Centro de buceo

The Washing Machine

0.2 km
Centro de buceo

Atlantis Diving Centre

1 km
Centro de buceo

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

1 registros · 1 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Phorcus articulatus

Gastropoda · Trochidae
GBIF
Última observación:
27 ene 2026
×1registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Xwejni Bay - #5

Atlantis Gozo Diving Centre | Malta

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Visit Gozo

Turist Franċiz għereq fil-bajja tax-Xwejni, f'Marsalforn.

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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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