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Xlendi Tunnel

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

Xlendi Tunnel is a year-round dive destination in Malta offering a dramatic underwater passage through limestone formations.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
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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
3.1 kn
Olas
0.4 m
Agua
28.3°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ESE (23%)
Now: SSE (162°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.25m

Hoy: Alta 02:00 (-0.38m), Baja 11:00 (-0.39m)

+-0.3 m-0.6 m
▲ 02:00 · -0.38m ▼ 11:00 · -0.39m ▼ 19:00 · -0.43m ▲ 00:00 · -0.41m Ahora -0.4m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV4.75 · mod Aire PM2.56 · good 06:48 19:04
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 6.7 0.44 5 5mm
09-20 6.1 0.42 5 9mm
09-21 6.1 0.22 7 1mm
09-22 8.8 0.46 7 1mm
09-23 10.2 0.94 7 0mm
09-24 9.1 0.66 6 4mm
09-25 10.4 0.36 4 1mm

About this spot

Xlendi Tunnel is one of Malta's most distinctive dive sites, featuring a natural tunnel carved through limestone rock. The site welcomes divers year-round, making it accessible regardless of season. The tunnel itself draws divers seeking the unique geology and the experience of navigating through the formation. Local species observations have been recorded at the site, with community contributions documenting 12 species sightings. The area is not within a marine protected area, so standard Malta diving regulations apply. Three community-submitted videos document dives at this location, providing additional reference material for planning a dive. The site's appeal lies in its geological character and the adventure of the tunnel passage itself. Accessibility and consistent visitation suggest it's a well-established entry on Malta's dive map.

📖 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

CuevaCosta

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 · 48%
  • 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

Can you dive Xlendi Tunnel year-round?

Yes. Xlendi Tunnel is accessible throughout the year, though sea conditions vary seasonally in Malta. Check with local dive operators for current conditions before planning your trip.

What wildlife might you encounter?

Twelve species have been documented at Xlendi Tunnel by the diving community. Refer to community video records and local dive guides for specifics on what marine life is commonly seen during dives.

Is a permit required to dive here?

Xlendi Tunnel is not inside a marine protected area. Standard Malta diving rules apply. Always dive with a qualified guide familiar with local regulations and site conditions.

Where can I find dive reports or footage?

Three community videos documenting dives at Xlendi Tunnel are available online. These provide visual reference for the tunnel formation and current site conditions as recorded by visiting divers.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Ritual Dive

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

Dwejra Divers

3.4 km
Centro de buceo

Nautic Team Gozo

6.1 km
Centro de buceo

Blue Waters Dive Cove

9.5 km
Centro de buceo

Utina Diving College

0.3 km
Centro de buceo
Horario: Mo-Su 08:00-17:00

Saint Andrew's Divers Cove

0.3 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

20. Freediving in Gozo: Xlendi, Xlendi Tunnel 2023

Stania's Dives

360 DIVING - Xlendi tunnel, Gozo - Malta diving

Scuba diving

Malta Dive Sites - MV Xlendi, Xatt l-Ahmar, Gozo

Mika Tanninen

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
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jul (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (79/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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