Tech boat diving: Hephaestus wreck
€716.00 / full boat
up to 4 tech divers | 6.5 hours | 2 tech dives | Skipper, Fuel and Dive Staff included
Description of a dive trip:
Tour type: private
Tour duration: 6.5 hours
Capacity: 4 tech divers and 4 guests
Meeting point: Kalkara Marina
Tour type:
Private
Tour duration:
6.5 hours
Capacity:
4 tech divers and 4 guests
Meeting point:
Kalkara Marina
Dive trip overview:
Embark on a technical diving adventure with Buddy Boat, including two decompression dives on the Hephaestus wreck. This trip is designed for tech divers looking for a unique and exciting experience. Our diving staff and skipper will provide an entry point above the wreck, allowing you to enjoy an unobstructed and unforgettable dive. Dive in comfort and safety from your personal Buddy Boat.
Depth 32-42 meters
The MT Hephaestus wreck, situated off the coast of Xatt l-Ahmar in Gozo, Malta, presents an intriguing dive site for divers. The ship found its final resting place on the seabed at a depth of 46 meters after running aground off Qawra Point during a heavy storm on February 10, 2018.
The wreck of Hephaestus is noted for its accessibility both from the shore and by boat, with the use of an underwater scooter recommended for shore dives. The site offers a blend of adventurous diving experiences, featuring a significant depth range of 35 – 47 meters.
The dive offers a glimpse into the ship’s structure, where divers can explore the engine room and observe the machinery left undisturbed. The area around the wreck attracts a variety of marine life, including species like barracuda, grouper, moray, octopus, and stingray, enhancing the underwater experience.
The MT Hephaestus wreck adds a unique dimension to Gozo’s diving landscape, offering an exceptional experience for those who seek adventure and are equipped to handle the depth and technical aspects of the dive.
About Buddy Boat:
Our boat is originally designed to be safe for active sports: Scuba diving and freediving but retaining the comfort of a private yacht: lounge area, kitchen, shower/toilet all on board.
We’ll be happy to see photographers, biologists, archeologists and marine researchers on board.
Book your adventure:
Book your dive trip:
F.A.Q.:
Since this event is primarily for certified divers, we will ask you to present your diving certificate. Levels from Advance Open Water Diver and above are accepted.
According to the rules in Malta, if your certificate is lower than Advance Open Water Diver, you must be accompanied by a diving instructor.
We only provide a boat; All necessary equipment is not included in the trip price. If you need assistance renting tanks, weights or other equipment, please let us know at least 24 hours before the trip.
According to safety rules, you can dive without a partner only if you have a Self-reliant Diver certificate or technical level certificates and appropriate equipment. Otherwise, you are required to have a buddy or you can join another diving group on boat.
There is a microwave, fridge, and coffee machine on board. You can order all the meals you need through the Bolt Food service, and our skipper will meet the courier before the start of the itinerary.
- skipper
- fuel
- water / coffee on board
The full deposit will be refunded if the charter cannot proceed due to weather conditions.
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