Subway Dive Centre prides itself on offering all the facilities that we believe anybody would want on their holiday. As a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Centre, we are able to teach the full range of PADI Dive Courses from Beginner Level to Instructor Level. The philosophy at Subway extends to a real sense of responsibility for the conservation of the undersea world. Throughout courses and dive expeditions our instructors and guides pass on their experience and skills not only to achieve safety and responsibility that the sport requires but to ensure the same for the environment.
Scuba diving in Malta is considered the best diving in the Mediterranean and it's easy too. The Maltese islands are blessed with warm temperatures, even in winter, clear, unpolluted seas, with visibility underwater in excess of thirty metres. Hundreds of kilometres of coastline, many of which are still unexplored, make the Maltese archipelago a favourite with adventurous divers.
At Subway you are taught everything you need about diving by our Professional Qualified Team of PADI Instructors. PADI Courses can be held in your own language and you can also purchase PADI Manuals, CD-ROMs and videos that accompany your course.
Although we do give an estimated time of course duration, PADI courses are performance based, therefore, we will spend as much time with a student as need be so that they reach the required standard set out by PADI.
The Discover Scuba Diving Course is a one-day course and divided into three sections. The Open Water Dive can be credited towards the PADI Scuba Diver Course or the PADI Open Water Diver Course.(Min Age 10).
PADI Scuba Diver Course - This course is a sub-course within the PADI Open Water Diver Course. It was introduced a few years ago, and since its introduction it has been one of PADI’s most popular courses. In this course students are introduced to the magic of scuba diving by completing Three Knowledge Development sessions and Three Confined Water Skill Sessions, plus Two Open Water Dives. Upon certification the student will be able to dive to 12 metres accompanied by an instructor. The price includes certification card, use of all equipment and transportation (Min. Age 10).
PADI Scuba Diver Referral (Upgrade to Open Water from Scuba Diver) -Certified Scuba Divers can go on to complete their PADI Open Water Diver Certification by attending Two more Knowledge Development sessions, Two Confined Water skill sessions and the last Two Open Water Dives of the actual Open Water Diver Course. This course takes a further two days to complete. The price includes certification card use of all equipment and transport.
The PADI Open Water Diver Course is designed to provide students with the essential knowledge and skills they need to safely gain experience in the diving environment. The PADI Open Water Diver Course takes 4/5 days to complete and consists of Five Knowledge Development Sessions (Classroom), Five Confined Water Dives (Pool or sheltered bay) learning practical water skills and Four Open Water dives (Min. Age 10). Includes certification card, use of all equipment and transportation.(Log Book, and Manual not included).
Once you have completed your Open Water or equivalent you are eligible to continue your diving education with the PADI Adventure Diver Programme - this program allows you to experience different environments, but still under supervision of a qualified instructor. Complete Three Adventure Dives and become a Certified Adventure Diver. Includes certification card, use of all equipment and transport (Min. Age 10).
PADI Adventure Dive – This allows you to obtain part of your Adventure or Advanced Course in different locations. Why not choose the best places for the relevant dive, like Wreck diving in Scotland and Night diving in Malta. Includes one Adventure Dive, use of all equipment and transport.Please add Lm10 for a certifying dive i.e. Adventure Dive 3 or Adventure Dive 5.
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course - provides the Open Water Diver with a structured, well-supervised means to gain additional experience. PADI Advanced training is vital to the success of any PADI Continuing Education Programme. During the Advanced Programme the student will have to do different underwater tasks, associated to the particular dive that they are doing. This will improve their capabilities as divers.
The Advanced Course takes 2/3 days and consists of Five Dives (as follows):
Two Core Dives
Deep
Navigation
Three Elective dives and you can choose from:
Multi-Level, Naturalist, Wreck, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Search & Recovery, Night, Boat, Photography, Diver Propulsion Vehicle.
Adventure Dives available to divers 10 years old and older:
AWARE-Fish Identification,Underwater Naturalist,Boat Diver,
Underwater Navigator,Peak Performance Buoyancy,Underwater Photography
Additional Adventure Dives available to divers 12 years old and older:
Altitude Diver,Multilevel Diver,Deep Diver,Night Diver,Diver Propulsion Vehicle,Search and Recovery Diver,Drift Diver,Underwater Videography,Dry Suit Diver,Wreck Diver.
Price includes certification card, use of all equipment and transport (Min. Age 12).
Subway Offers the following PADI Specialty Courses
Boat
Cavern
Deep*
Dry Suit
Diver Propulsion Vehicle
Enriched Air (Nitrox)
Equipment Specialist
Multilevel
Naturalist
Navigation
Night
Oxygen Administration
Peak Perf. Buoyancy
Search & recovery
U/Water Photography**
Wreck
Emergency First Response Programme consists of two courses:-
- Emergency First Response Primary Care (CPR)
- Emergency First Response Secondary Care (First Aid).
Price for both courses includes certification Card and use of all equipment.
PADI Rescue Diver Course - is an important and crucial step in expanding a diver's knowledge and experience beyond a purely recreational level.To complete this course the student must hold a PADI recognised First Aid Training Course. Includes equipment and transport.
PADI Divemaster - Take that first step on the professional ladder. This course will allow you to pass on the dedication and enthusiasm that was generated in you by your Instructor. Includes tanks and weights only. Course duration: 14 days
(Course Prerequisites for the Divemaster Qualification: PADI Rescue Diver or an equivalent rating, minimum of 20 logged dives ~ 60 dives on certification.)
The PADI Assistant Instructor Course is designed to build upon the Divemaster’s abilities to organise, and supervise dive activities while concentrating on developing teaching skills. Includes tanks and weights only. Course Duration: 3 days
(Course Prerequisite for the Assistant Instructor Course: PADI Divemaster)
Most popular Dive Sites around Malta - Gozo & Comino
CIRKEWWA
Situated in the north of the island, this location has long been a favourite dive site among local divers, mainly for its impressive drop-off from eight to thirty metres. The area boasts a picturesque arch and a number of caves. The arch is a cavern which has a large hole in the top, creating a narrow bridge of rock under which divers can easily gain access. Maximum depth - 36 metres.
CIRKEWWA ~ MARFA POINT – MADONNA STATUE
This dive is a shore dive, and starts off from a shallow lagoon. There is a reef which drops down to about 18 metres. Close to this is a small cavern with a statue of the Madonna.Maximum depth - 25 metres.
CIRKEWWA ~ MARFA POINT – TUGBOAT ROZI
At the North of Malta there is Marfa Point. The tugboat Rozi lies at a maximum depth of 36 metres.Maximum Depth – 36 m
AHRAX POINT
This is the north-eastern point of Malta. There are a number of caves at the surface. The entry is a narrow inlet with depths from three to ten metres. A ten minute snorkel gets to the point where two options present themselves - to the left a reef rich in marine life and an impressive drop-off and to the right, an underwater entrance to a large cave. Maximum depth - 25 metres.
QAWRA POINT
This is the southern tip of St. Paul's Bay. The profile drops slowly at first and the monotony of posidonia meadows gives way to a steep slope to 40 metres. At the right of the mouth of the valley is a small cave. Maximum depth - 50 metres.
ANCHOR BAY
This is an ideal location when strong north-easterly winds prevent diving in many other areas. Entry to the water is from a pier. Throughout the dive, divers will definatley see; parrotfish as well as Medium sized groupers and an occasional Moray Eel. Maximum Depth – 28 metres.
SOUTHERN MALTA
ZURRIEQ
Wied iz-Zurrieq is a valley on the south coast of Malta. The steep slope of the valley continues underwater. Entry is from a small quay. The bottom falls to 30 metres plus. Maximum depth - 30 metres.
ZURRIEQ – UM EL FAROUD
The Um El Faroud was sunk in 1998 following a terrible explosion on board that killed nine Maltese dockyard workers. The Um El Faroud weighs 10,000 tons and is 115 metres long. The depth to the top of the bridge is 18 metres and 25 metres to the main deck. Divers might come across some squid and barracudas at the stern.Maximum depth - 36 metres
GHAR LAPSI
In the Maltese language 'ghar' means cave. Ghar Lapsi is a fishing hamlet on the southern coast. Access to the water is easy. Within a few strokes from the entry point is a shallow system of underwater caves lit up with beams of sunlight from the numerous exits. The Ghar Lapsi area is mostly in the 15 to 20 metres depth range and offers a large area of parallel reefs and depressions with most of the typical marine fauna of the Mediterranean. Maximum depth - 20 metres.
VALLETTA/FLORIANA AREA
HMS MAORI – VALLETTA
The site is found below fort St Elmo, in front of a cafe which has its outside walls covered with a number of painted Destroyers, amongst which is the HMS Maori.Divers can enter the remains quite easily, with exits through large holes in the starboard side. Although silted up, there are plenty of different types of fish and other creatures in and amongst the wreckage, which is covered with green weed and tube worms. Maximum depth - 15metres.
SLIEMA/ST.JULIANS AREA
THE CAROLITA BARGE also known as the X 131
The Carolita Barge or X Lighter is reached from the Manoel Island in Marsamxett Harbour. To reach the wreck, divers should swim in a south-westerly direction at any depth between 10-15 metres. Throughout the dive, octopus, small groupers and thousands of damselfish are encountered. Maximum depth - 22 metres.
COMINO ISLAND
IRQIEQA POINT – BOAT DIVE
A thin of land on the south-western tip of Comino with a sheer drop-off to 40 metres. The water is clear and the cold currents support large shoals of sardines that are preyed upon by amber-jacks, dentex and sometimes, tuna. The boulder strewn depths reveal families of bream and brown meagre. Maximum depth - 50 metres.
LANTERN POINT– BOAT DIVE
This dive starts from a shallow rocky shelf at 6 metres, where the boat usually anchors. Above the entrance to a 'chimney', an almost vertical tunnel, drops down to 16 metres. The tunnel is wide enough for divers to manoeuvre without touching the sides with fireworms. Outside the tunnel and slightly to the right, divers can enjoy a maze of swim throughs, underneath the massive rock, where starfish can be seen. Behind the large rock, there are boulders, giving way to a gentle slope at about 50 metres. Nooks and crannies close to the seabed are home for large groupers and the occasional dentex. Maximum depth - 50 metres.
SANTA MARIA CAVES
This is an ideal second dive location for those who have made the boat trip to Comino and want an interesting shallow location. The caves are very pretty and for the underwater photographer the possibilities are endless. Octopus, moray eels, small groupers and loads of small fish make this a very relaxing dive.
Maximum depth - 20 metes.
ALEX’S CAVE
This dive site is suitable for all levels and is considered as one of the most favourites. It has a very nice swim through and a superb internal cave. Octopus is regularly seen here as well as the rare pearly Razor Fish on the sandy areas. Moray Eels and the occasional Conger Eel can be found under the boulders at the entrance to the cave.
SAN NIKLAW CAVES
This dive site is suitable for all divers. The main attractions of the site are the Caves and the Canyon, which looks like it was man-made. There are also some nice overhangs and a couple of smaller caves. Look out for Moray Eels, Octopus as well as shrimps in the caves.
CRYSTAL LAGOON
The lagoon itself is a nursery of fish. Mediterranean flounder and flying gurnards are seen on the sandy bottomed area while octopuses are seen around the large boulders close to the swim through entrance.
COMINOTTO REEF ~ BOAT DIVE
COMINOTTO is a smaller island off the north-west corner of Comino. Northwest of Cominotto is an underwater reef. The average depth is of 18 metres and the maximum depth is 36 metres. There is an abundance of tube worms, soft corals and red sponge, which add colour to these shaded areas. Maximum depth - 36 metres.
ANCHOR REEF
This is a great wall dive, which offers a number of routes to satisfy all level of divers. There are two nice swim throughs for the less experienced, and a large anchor at the deeper part of the site.
SANTA MARIA REEF
This is a large dive site with two main routes. The routes are chosen before the dive according to the group levels. This dive is suitable to all divers. There are a number of swim throughs and overhangs. Santa Maria Reef is well known for sponges, tubeworms and corals; the large swim through to the north side has a large colony on its roof.
GOZO
DWEJRA - THE BLUE HOLE
This site is located in front of the Azure Window at the bottom of Dwejra Point. It is a shore dive, which is reached via a fairly difficult walk over rough coralline limestone. The hole is about one metre above sea level and no more than 10 metres wide and 5 metres across. However, a few metres down, this gives way to unlimited access to the sea when divers exit through a huge archway. A large cave can be found at the bottom of the hole. Throughout the dive, one can see various species of fish, starfish and bristle worms. This dive is perfect for photography. Maximum depth - 50 metres
DWEJRA - INLAND SEA
This is the second dive which divers usually do after the Blue Hole. The Inland Sea (Dwejra) is a semi-circular bay cut off from the sea by a high cliff with a narrow cave at the centre. Going in the water it is generally very shallow and covered with pebbles and small rocks. These waters are usually home to large fish, don’t just look at the bottom and underneath the rocks for grouper and big fish, but also look ahead of you in the open sea because fish here are usually abundant. The walls to the left and right are also attractive with plenty of colourful crevices and overhangs.
REQQA POINT
This is the northern most tip of Gozo. The beach road is rough, the entry is tricky with a strong swell, but it is a fantastic dive. The reef consists of a parapet at a depth of 30 metres and then a drop to 60 metres. However, there is an excellent vantage point at 15 metres. Here one is literally in a cloud of small fish feeding on the nutrient-rich waters. Large shoals of dentex have feeding frenzies, groupers are large and plentiful. Adding to this there are large caves. Maximum Depth is 60 metres.
XATT L-AHMAR
This site is a small bay southwest of Mgarr. Access is generally from the shore. The dive starts across a wide horizontal ledge, about 9 metres deep, which is covered with seaweed where sprats and sardines can be found. Throughout the dive, one can also come across parrotfish, scorpion fish and shoals of damselfish. In 1999, the Gozo ferry boat, the Xlendi was sunk here, as an artificial reef. To dive the Xlendi Wreck it is usually more easily accessed by boat.Maximum Depth - 30 metres.
Notes:
1 accompanied shore dive
- Lm13, including tanks, weights and trasnport
1 accompanied shore dive
- Lm15, including use of equipment and transport
For the complete beginner
1 Try Dive Including Transport - Lm17.00
Subway Resort Course (4dives) - Lm46.00
Dive Packages for certified Divers:
1 Accompanied Shore Dive
- Lm13 tanks, weights & transport
- Lm15 including all equipment & transport
6 Dive Pack (shore dives)
- Lm64, may include wreck, cave, reef, night; tanks, weights and transport
- Lm77, all equipment & transport
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