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Tal-Barba Cave

Dwejra, Malta
Depth
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98ft
Visibility
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Unknown
Entry
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shore
Experience Level
Advanced

About Tal-Barba Cave

Tal-Barba Cave, also known as the 200m Tunnel, is a less frequented but intriguing dive site located in Dwejra on the west coast of Gozo. The cave is situated approximately 200m from the seaward exit of the Inland Sea’s Tunnel, following the reef wall in a northerly direction. The entrance to the cave is at a depth of around 25m and extends about 120m inwards. The cave is straight, allowing the exit to always be visible, and features an air pocket where divers can surface. The cave's name, 'barba', is derived from the Maltese word for beard, as the shape of the entrance resembles a man’s beard.

The dive site is accessible from the shore, but it requires a long swim or the use of an underwater scooter. Alternatively, divers can rent a small boat from the Inland Sea to drop them off outside the cave. The return can be arranged either by having the boat pick up around the reef or by diving back and visiting the Whale Cave around halfway to the Inland Sea Tunnel. The maximum depth of the site is 30m, and it is recommended for advanced divers due to its depth and cave diving aspects. The dive site type is categorized as a Cave and Wall.

Tal-Barba Cave Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Cave, Wall
Entry Type:Shore
Max Depth:30m
Visibility Range:- - -
Experience Level:Advanced
Best Gas:21% - 35% O2

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