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Anchor Bay

Meliehha, Malta
Depth
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26ft
Visibility
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16ft - 49ft
Entry
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shore
Experience Level
Beginner

About Anchor Bay

Anchor Bay is a unique dive site located opposite two cliffs that house the Popeye film set in Meliehha. The site features a jetty for launching and a cave around the cliff that divers can explore. The maximum depth here is 8 meters, with an approximate maximum visibility of 15 meters, making it suitable for beginner divers. The current is generally light, contributing to a more relaxed diving experience.

The marine life at Anchor Bay is diverse and includes species such as Cuckoo Wrasse, Moray Eels, and Scorpion Fish. The dive site is characterized by its reef, rock, and cave formations, offering a variety of underwater landscapes to explore. Despite its relatively shallow depth, the site offers an enjoyable diving experience with its unique features and abundant marine life.

Anchor Bay Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Reef, Rock, Cave
Entry Type:Shore
Max Depth:8m
Visibility Range:5m - 15m
Experience Level:Beginner
Best Gas:21% O2

Marine Life

  • Scorpion Fish
  • Cuckoo Wrasse
  • Moray Eels

Weather Conditions

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Dive Site Hazards

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Location

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