Explains that Left Arch is a lesser-known arch at Paradise Bay reef and describes the surrounding rock formations.
Shore arch and reef dive at Left Arch, Malta.
Shore arch and reef dive at Left Arch, Malta.
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Left Arch is a shore-access arch and reef dive in the Paradise Bay and Cirkewwa area, with a wall approach, swim-throughs, and a smaller arch that rises toward the surface. It suits relaxed route planning and careful buoyancy around the overhead sections.
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Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
11m - 18m
Depth Note
The arch sits at about 11 m and extends almost to the surface.
Best Season
Year-round when sea state is suitable.
Typical Conditions
Wall approach, arch swim-throughs, and a shore entry in the open Cirkewwa and Paradise Bay area.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight in the swim-throughs and treat the arch as an overhead feature rather than an open reef passage.
Access Restrictions
Shore access from the Paradise Bay and Cirkewwa area.
Legal Notes
No special permit requirement is noted.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A wall dive leads to the arch, with a few swim-throughs along the way.
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Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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Research Sources
Explains that Left Arch is a lesser-known arch at Paradise Bay reef and describes the surrounding rock formations.
Lists Left Arch as a shore dive at Cirkewwa / North Island and notes an open-water grade.
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