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Depth
Starts from 4 metres. Extends gradually to a depth of 20 metres in a southwesterly direction once out of the inlet.
Sea Bed
The bottom is initially flat and rocky with gravel. Once out of the inlet, there are interesting rock formations close to shore which turns sandy further out.
Location
Benghisa Point is situated south of Birzebbuga, right behind the Malta Freeport, in the vicinity of Benghisa Reef.
Tourist Attractions
None
Specialty
Reef divers.
Dangers
Because of the frequent passage of fishing and pleasure boats, a surface marker buoy should be carried. Furthermore, this area occasionally features strong surface currents in a northwesterly direction with wind blowing from west and south. When entering the water by giant stride entry, care should be taken to jump off as far from the concrete platform as possible due to it’s height and the rocks hugging it.
Visibility
Ranges from 10 - 20 metres.
Navigation
Rock formations (including an arch on the right side of the inlet) and various fish species can be found in the area. You will need an S.M.B.
Entry/Exit Points
Giant Stride Entry from the concrete platform, or slide down from rocks. Exit by climbing rocks.
Shore/Boat/Long Swim
Shore Dive.
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