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MV Karwela Wreck

MV Karwela Wreck

Xatt l-Ahmar, Gozo Island, Malta

Photo: Mrcrycrash · CC BY-SA 4.0

About this site

A 50m former passenger ferry scuttled in 2006 as an artificial reef. One of Europe's most photographed wrecks, famous for its photogenic central staircase. The wreck sits perfectly upright with three decks and multiple safe penetration routes.

Conditions

Country
Malta
Region
Xatt l-Ahmar, Gozo Island
Max depth
30–42 m
Visibility
20–35 m
Water temperature
15–27°C
Difficulty
Advanced
Best season
May to October
Type
Wreck
Suitable for
  • Scuba
Dive types
  • Wreck
Marine life
  • Rays
  • Barracuda
  • Octopus
  • Eels
  • Pelagic fish
Photo: Mrcrycrash · CC BY-SA 4.0

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