Malta / South Malta

Wied Bassasa

A southern boat dive combining cave passages with an outer wall.

Average site depth: 10m
Maximum site depth: 40+m
Reference level: Advanced

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.

Wied iż-Żurrieq, Malta · coastal context · Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0

Get to know the place

Wied Bassasa is also called Bassasa Valley. The reference lists cave and wall interest, with a 10 m average and a 40+ m maximum for the site. Separate the exterior-wall plan from any overhead exploration, and agree boat boarding and pickup rather than trying to reach the underwater pin from shore.

What to see

Cave passage setting
Outer coastal wall
Rock crevices

Features and marine-life sightings depend on the agreed route and conditions.

THE WAY IN

Getting there & access

Arrange boat access

The site reference lists boat-only access. The map point identifies the dive site offshore, not a place to board. Confirm the departure harbour, transfer and pickup with your dive centre.

Read the access reference ↗

Map reference: 35.8152° N, 14.4727° E · Approximate. The underwater point is separate from the boat boarding location.

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.

Cave and overhead access requires an on-site assessment and appropriate training and equipment.

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Place / operator reference ↗ · Researched 2026-11-05