Gozo, a small sister island of Malta, is the Mediterranean’s hidden gem. Although the island is more laid-back than Malta, don’t be fooled by its tranquillity – the island offers visitors unforgettable experiences. Besides a picturesque countryside with great wine and dine options, Gozo is a diver’s paradise.
Going Under in Gozo
This year Gozo was voted the 2nd best diving destination in the world by Diving Magazine – with good reason. The island’s deep shoreline and variety of caves, tunnels, natural harbours, wrecks, and marine and coral life makes it a supreme diving location. What’s more, the warm water surrounding the island is some of the clearest water in the world, with excellent visibility as far down as 30m.
The island’s surrounding waters offer an astonishing fifty plus dive sites. These include the famous Blue Hole, Dwerja Point and Fungus Rock. Since the dive sites are within close proximity to one another, divers can anticipate seeing a wide range of underwater scenes. For the more experienced diver, great night diving options are available where the marine world’s vibrancy is highlighted by torchlight.
Gozo At Night
From sea-side cafes to opera houses, to one of the most popular clubs in the Mediterranean, Gozo nightlife offers it all. Local towns Marsalforn and Xlendi are known for their small bars and cafes – ideal for unwinding after dive outings. For those looking for a more buzzing night out, La Grotta will be the answer. The club is situated in Xlendi Valley and said to be one of Europe’s best outdoor clubs. For a taste of culture, the island has two opera houses in Victoria (Rabat).
Far from just being a sleepy island, Gozo and its surrounding waters will make divers want to book a one-way ticket! Malta Direct, specialist tour operators to Malta and Gozo, offer tailor made packages to Gozo – get in touch with them today to start planning the ultimate diving getaway.
