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HMS Nasturtium
HMS Nasturtium is Malta’s deep WWI technical wreck.
Local operator required
Use a registered local technical operator for permit handling, line management, and the long boat approach.
Boat-only Malta wreck for technical teams; expect strong currents, a long offshore run, and permit-controlled access.
About HMS Nasturtium
HMS Nasturtium is a deep World War I wreck outside Grand Harbour in Malta and a technical dive for experienced teams. The ship sits upright on sand with its guns and deck structure still visible, and the site feels exposed because it is offshore and current-sensitive. It is a permit-controlled wreck, so the plan should be deliberate rather than casual. Expect a serious history dive with good structure and marine life on the hull.
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Research Estimate At HMS Nasturtium
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentStrong current
SurgeStrong surge
Where Is HMS Nasturtium?
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Community sourced coordinates.
HMS Nasturtium Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
65m - 68m
Depth Note
Public guides cluster HMS Nasturtium around 65-68m, with the wreck upright on sand.
Best Season
Calm-weather windows are the priority.
Typical Conditions
Open-sea technical wreck with strong currents, swell, and waves; visibility is usually decent but weather-sensitive.
Safety & Access At HMS Nasturtium
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentSurgeWaves
Safety Notes
Technical depth, open-sea exposure, and strong current make this a planning-heavy wreck dive; stay exterior-only and keep the run disciplined.
Access Restrictions
Boat only. Access is through registered dive centres and clubs, and the wreck is protected under Heritage Malta.
Legal Notes
HMS Nasturtium is under Heritage Malta protection and requires a special permit to dive.
Local Intel For HMS Nasturtium
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Advanced Trimix boat dive with reference-line descent and ascent. Plan for short bottom time and a strict exterior-only approach.
Freediving
Not suitable for freediving.
Snorkeling
Not suitable for snorkeling.
Wildlife at HMS Nasturtium
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At HMS Nasturtium
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At HMS Nasturtium
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
