cirkewwamarinepark.mt · Marine Park
Official Cirkewwa marine-park page for the P29 wreck and artificial-reef context.
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P29 Patrol Boat
Classic Cirkewwa wreck with a clear shore approach.
ScubaShore EntryAdvanced
Artificial ReefDeepWreck
A popular shore-accessible wreck for experienced divers, with an upright profile, good visibility, and upper-deck touring for qualified visitors.
About P29 Patrol Boat
The P29 Patrol Boat is a classic Cirkewwa wreck dive with a clean upright profile, a clear upper deck, and deeper sand around the hull. It suits experienced divers who want a structured wreck tour and a straightforward shore approach from one of Malta’s best-known diving areas.
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Research Estimate At P29 Patrol Boat
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 29m
AccessSimple entry
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CrowdedQuite busy
Current StrengthLight current
Where Is P29 Patrol Boat?
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P29 Patrol Boat Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 37m
Depth Note
The wreck’s upper point sits around 12 m below the surface, the hull rests on sand at about 34 m, and penetration can reach around 37 m.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer northwesterly windows giving the cleanest shore entry and the most comfortable wreck tour.
Typical Conditions
Good visibility, a shore-accessible entry, and an upright wreck profile that can be toured on the upper deck by qualified divers.
Safety & Access At P29 Patrol Boat
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Upper-deck tours are fine for qualified divers, but deeper penetration and sandbed work belong to divers with the right certification and gas reserve.
Access Restrictions
The main limitation is wreck depth and optional penetration, so keep the route inside your certification and gas plan.
Legal Notes
Treat the wreck as an artificial reef, do not disturb the structure or artifacts, and follow standard marine-park rules.
Local Intel For P29 Patrol Boat
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
The upper deck is a sensible tour for qualified divers, while the full wreck and sandbed suit divers who are comfortable at deeper wreck depths.
Freedive
Not a freedive site; the wreck sits too deep for comfortable breath-hold diving.
Snorkel
Not a snorkel site beyond entry and surface transit.
P29 Patrol Boat Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at P29 Patrol Boat
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Wildlife at P29 Patrol Boat
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Recent Logged Visits At P29 Patrol Boat
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Dive Spot Log Averages At P29 Patrol Boat
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility29m
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P29 Patrol Boat Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
P29 Patrol Boat Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
divewise.com.mt · Operator
Popularity, Cirkewwa wreck grouping, and shore-dive context.
orangeshark.eu · Operator
Shore entry/exit details and the shallow pool approach.
www.calypsosac.org · Club
Visibility and northwest-wind planning guidance.
www.divebuddy.com · Directory
Shore access, depth range, and visibility baseline.
www.divers-guide.com · Directory
Wreck-site overview and marine-life summary.
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