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HMS St Angelo

Protected wartime tug wreck for experienced technical divers.

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Local operator required

Permits and harbour-traffic coordination require a local operator.

Boat-only wreck off Valletta with harbour traffic constraints and authorised access.

About HMS St Angelo

HMS St Angelo is a protected wartime tug and minesweeper wreck off Valletta for experienced technical divers. It is a boat-only site near the Grand Harbour approach, with permit-controlled access, active shipping considerations, and a compact wreck profile.

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Research Estimate At HMS St Angelo

Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.

VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessDifficult access
Aquatic LifeSome life
FacilitiesNo facilities
Crowd / PopularityVery quiet
CurrentStrong current
SurgeLight surge

Where Is HMS St Angelo?

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HMS St Angelo Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

54m

Depth Note

Independent dive guides place the wreck at 54 metres, with access and timing constrained by the Grand Harbour approach.

Best Season

Calm weather windows, especially in summer.

Typical Conditions

Open harbour approach with shipping constraints, so access timing and surface coordination matter.

Safety & Access At HMS St Angelo

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Boat trafficRestricted accessStrong current

Safety Notes

Trimix or advanced technical certification is appropriate, with permit timing, traffic awareness, and controlled ascent planning required.

Access Restrictions

Special permit required; access is constrained by Grand Harbour traffic and should be timed around harbour closures.

Legal Notes

Managed heritage wreck with shipping-lane exposure; dive only under permit and with a local operator.

Local Intel For HMS St Angelo

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba Diving

Tec 50 or equivalent trimix certification is appropriate. Use a boat-only technical setup and plan for harbour-traffic timing and a controlled ascent.

Freediving

Not suitable.

Snorkeling

Not suitable.

HMS St Angelo Dive Conditions Planner

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Exposure Profile at HMS St Angelo

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Wildlife at HMS St Angelo

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Recent Logged Visits At HMS St Angelo

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Dive Spot Log Averages At HMS St Angelo

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Avg. Visibility20m
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HMS St Angelo Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

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HMS St Angelo Guide - Sources and Updates

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Research Sources

divesystemsmalta.com ยท Operator

Permit-in-advance technical wreck page with shipping-lane exposure and Tec 50 / TDI Trimix guidance.

en.wikivoyage.org ยท Tourism

Tourism guide noting Grand Harbour closure timing and shipping-lane constraints.

www.divers-guide.com ยท Directory

Independent dive directory with visibility, current, facilities, and life notes.

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