Gharlapsi
Ghar Lapsi, located in Malta, is a popular dive site among scuba divers. The highlight of this site is the stunning cave system, which stretches for over 40 meters. These shallow and well-lit caves are known for their numerous outlets and cracks in the ceiling, allowing ample natural light to illuminate the underwater world. Diving here is a truly remarkable experience, especially during the day when the sun's rays create a mesmerizing dance on the corals within the cave.
When exploring Ghar Lapsi, divers can encounter a diverse array of marine life. Keep an eye out for Mediterranean sea bream, stingrays, moray eels, grouper, common octopus, cuttlefish, red starfish, damselfish, and many other vibrant reef fishes. With excellent visibility reaching up to 20 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters, this dive site is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers.
Located at 140 Għar Lapsi, Siġġiewi, Southern Region, QRD 3043, Malta, this captivating dive spot offers an unforgettable underwater adventure that appeals to divers of all skill levels.
When exploring Ghar Lapsi, divers can encounter a diverse array of marine life. Keep an eye out for Mediterranean sea bream, stingrays, moray eels, grouper, common octopus, cuttlefish, red starfish, damselfish, and many other vibrant reef fishes. With excellent visibility reaching up to 20 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters, this dive site is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers.
Located at 140 Għar Lapsi, Siġġiewi, Southern Region, QRD 3043, Malta, this captivating dive spot offers an unforgettable underwater adventure that appeals to divers of all skill levels.
Diving Conditions Score for Gharlapsi
9.7
ExcellentExcellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Gharlapsi
Depth
14m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Gharlapsi
Wave Height
0.22m
Wind Speed
4.8 m/s
Water Temp
27.7°C
Visibility
39.38km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.55s
Air Temperature
27.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Gharlapsi
Alpha
Dive Score Chart for Gharlapsi
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.105878136200717/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.34m, Wind 8.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 9.202868627450982/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Gharlapsi : 06:00
Sunset at Gharlapsi : 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Gharlapsi are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
20:00Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.22m (4.25s), Wind: 3.2 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.34m (4.65s), Wind: 8.4 m/s
Best Day
6:00Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.34m, Wind: 8.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Gharlapsi Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Gharlapsi
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Gharlapsi
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Gharlapsi
December
Score: 8.2
January
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Gharlapsi
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
August
Visibility
14.4m / 47.2ft
October
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Gharlapsi
Gharlapsi shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.6°C) and January the coldest (9.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.4m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). February is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 28, 2026
Note: This dive site is not a verified dive site. Please dive with caution. This dive site might have incorrect information by the community.
48 Dive sites near Gharlapsi in
HMS Maori
Bristol Beaufighter
Tug 2, Sliema
Ta Xbiex
HMS Stubborn
MV Imperial Eagle, wreck
Siren’s
Zurrieq Cave
Um el Faroud
Ahrax Inland Sea
Gharlapsi
Santa Maria Caves
Hondoq Reef
Hondoq Bay
Alex Cave
P31 Wreck
Latern Point (Ras I-Irqieqa)
Right Arch
madonna
Cirkewwa Reef
Rozi
Amphoren (E3), Cirkewwa, Malta
Anchor Bay
P29
Hephaestus
MV Cominoland (Wreck)
Xatt l’Ahmar Reef
MV Karwela (Wreck)
Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn)
Ras il-Hobz
Middle Finger
Xwejni Bay
Double Arch
Mgarr ix-Xini
Ta Cenc
Anchor Reef
Reqqa Point
Billinghurst Cave
Wied il-Ghasri
Wied il-Mielah
Gudja Cave
Xlendi Bay
San Dimitri Point
Xatt I'Ahmar Bay
Inland Sea
Azure Boulders
Coral Cave
Crocodile Rock
Got feedback?
Help us improve this dive site by giving us feedback.