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Xatt L'Ahmar Reef
Gozo wall reef with easy shore access and a shallow-to-deeper profile.
Shore dive in Gozo with clear water, a sheltered bay, and a wall that stays useful for snorkelers and deeper reef divers.
About Xatt L'Ahmar Reef
Xatt L'Ahmar Reef is Gozo's easy-access wall and bay dive, starting in the shallows beside the shore and sliding down toward boulders and the nearby wreck zone. The upper reef works well for relaxed snorkel-level exploring, while the wall and boulder band add seahorses, morays, octopus, and scorpionfish for slower reef exploration.
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Research Estimate At Xatt L'Ahmar Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentNo current
Where Is Xatt L'Ahmar Reef?
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Xatt L'Ahmar Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
4m - 34m
Depth Note
The reef starts very shallow and drops into the mid-30m range, depending on the part of the wall and nearby wreck zone you follow.
Best Season
Year-round, with summer often giving the clearest water and simplest planning.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered shore reef with little current, clear water, a shallow bay, and a wall that drops toward boulders.
Safety & Access At Xatt L'Ahmar Reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Watch footing on the entry path and keep an eye on your depth once you leave the shallow bay.
Access Restrictions
Shore entry can be rocky and sharp in places, and parking is limited in high season.
Legal Notes
No permit is noted; follow standard shore-diving etiquette and any site instructions or ladder rules.
Local Intel For Xatt L'Ahmar Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A wall-and-bay reef that starts shallow and stays interesting as you move deeper toward the boulder band.
Freediving
The shallow bay and top of the reef can work on calm days for relaxed breath-hold exploring.
Snorkeling
The shallow bay and reef top are the snorkel-friendly zones on calm days.
Wildlife at Xatt L'Ahmar Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Xatt L'Ahmar Reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Xatt L'Ahmar Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
