Official marine-park page for the arch, access point, and depth profile.
Shore arch dive at Right Arch, Cirkewwa, Malta
Shore arch dive at Right Arch, Cirkewwa, Malta
Right Arch is a shore-access limestone arch at Cirkewwa in northern Malta. The route runs past small caves and swim-throughs before reaching the arch, so it works as a straightforward reef-and-feature dive for supervised beginners and photographers, but the return can tighten if the current picks up or the summer traffic builds.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 20m
Depth Note
The arch sits around 12m below the surface with the seabed around 20m, and the reef beyond drops deeper.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Shore entry, good visibility when settled, and current that can strengthen near the arch or on the return leg.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Plan the return before you leave the arch, because the current can change the exit picture quickly.
Access Restrictions
Use the marked Cirkewwa entry and exit points, and carry your certification for the reserved diver parking.
Legal Notes
Follow Cirkewwa Marine Park access instructions and parking rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shore reef-and-arch dive with swim-throughs; beginners can do it under supervision.
Freediving
Only for competent freedivers in very calm conditions; the arch and swim-throughs are better approached with scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkelling is possible around the shallow reef edge, but the arch itself is better left to scuba.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Official marine-park page for the arch, access point, and depth profile.
Dive-centre page with marine life, safety, and guided-dive context.
Independent shore-dive guide for Cirkewwa and arch context.
Site guide with access, facilities, visibility, current, and popularity details.
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