Malta · Scuba diving
Armier Admiralty Anchor
A shallow Armier Bay dive entry also known for its Admiralty Anchor.
View place & access ↗Malta / Slugs Bay
Slugs Bay Reef
A shallow reef with a natural arch on the northern side of Mellieħa Bay.
Getting there & access ↓- Average site depth
- 5+m
- Maximum site depth
- 10+m
- Reference level
- Beginner
Source-reported site depths, not a recommended dive profile. “+” is open-ended. A qualification label does not qualify a diver for cave or wreck penetration.
Get to know the place
Rocks, sand and seagrass form the reef setting. The source describes shore entry by a concrete jetty or adjacent rocks, as well as boat access.
What to see
- Natural rock arch
- Sand and seagrass patches
- Shallow rocky reef
Features and marine-life sightings depend on the agreed route and conditions.
THE WAY IN
Getting there & access
Northern Mellieħa Bay / Slugs Bay area
Short land approach followed by a jetty or rock entry.
- Head to the northern side of Mellieħa Bay with your centre.
- Have the guide identify the concrete jetty and adjacent rock entry.
- Choose the entry and return after checking the actual jetty and rocks.
A named arrival area, not an exact water entry. Confirm the actual meeting point locally.
Map reference: 35.9797° N, 14.3612° E · Exact.
Plan for the day you go
Check the current regional wind and sea outlook, then agree the entry, exit, route and required experience with a local operator. Regional forecasts do not measure cave surge, currents, visibility, water quality or closures.
Open this place in the live explorer ↗Place / operator reference ↗ · Researched 2026-11-05
