One of the best things about diving in Malta is the huge variety of dive sites on offer. From gentle shallow reefs to spectacular drop-offs and deep wrecks, there's something for everyone. With so many options available, deciding how to book your diving can be tricky. Read our step-by-step guide below to help simplify your booking process.
CONTENTS:
- Step 1: Get in touch
- Step 2: Reserve your space
- Step 3: What to bring
- Step 4: Let's go diving
- What next?
Step 1: Get in touch
First of all, how many days do you want to dive? We usually do two dives per day, so the 6-dive pack (for example) is three days of diving. To confirm availability, we need the following information:
- How long are you in Malta?
- How many dives would you like to do?
- What is your dive qualification level?
- How many dives have you done, and when was your last dive?
You can view our dive package prices here. Equipment hire is charged daily, up to a maximum of €25 per day if you need full equipment including dive computer.
If you have never dived before, that's fine too. Just get in touch and we'll point you in the right direction. You can also read our guide to beginner courses for more information.
You can email us at ndsmalta@gmail.com, call us on +356 2134 0511, or fill out our online contact form.
Step 2: Reserve your space
Once we have confirmed availability, you need to pay a €50 per person deposit to confirm your space. The deposit is 100% refundable up to 72 hours in advance of the diving date, and is payable online here.
Before booking, you should check whether you will need a doctor's approval of fitness to dive by reading the diver medical form carefully. If you have any questions about this form, please just ask and we will be happy to assist.
If you're not sure exactly how many dives you will end up doing, or you're worried about not being able to complete pre-booked dives (for example due to illness or weather), don't panic. Here at New Dimension Scuba, you don't pay for your diving until the end of your trip. This means you have the flexibility to add or cancel dives at your discretion, and when you've finished, you'll just pay for exactly what you've done. We want you to have the best time possible diving with us, and we feel that this level of flexibility is one of the many reasons our service stands out.
Step 3: What to bring
Equipment hire is provided, but there are some things you will want to bring yourself. In addition to any of your own equipment, you should bring:
- Swimwear to wear underneath your wetsuit (makes getting changed at dive sites much easier)
- A towel to dry off afterwards
- A refillable water bottle - we provide free filtered drinking water at the dive centre, so there's no need to buy single-use plastic bottles. Staying well hydrated is essential for safe diving, especially in the summer heat
- Lunch or snacks, or some cash to buy them. Many dive sites have kiosks nearby, and there is an excellent kiosk about 45 seconds walk from the dive centre where you can stock up before we leave
- Your proof of diving experience (log book, certification cards, or online certification)
- Your signed diver medical form, if required
Step 4: Let's go diving
So you're booked in and ready to go. How does it actually work on the day?
We meet at the dive centre in the morning, usually at 8:30am, although this can vary depending on the planned dive location. If you're staying in the local St Paul's Bay, Bugibba, Qawra, or Xemxija area, we can also pick you up from your hotel by prior arrangement.
We'll get your equipment ready and then confirm the plan for the day based on the weather conditions. We always have a plan ready, but the final location is subject to conditions for everybody's safety and enjoyment. From the available sites, we choose the best option for the day based on any requests, the group's experience level, and we always aim to give our divers as much variety as possible by avoiding repeating dive site locations.
Our group sizes are small, usually 3–4 divers per guide. We also try to organise groups so that everyone is diving with others of a similar qualification level. Our philosophy is simple: we're not just here to take you diving. We're here to bring you a whole experience, and your safety and enjoyment is our highest priority.
What next?
Our friendly team are on hand and always happy to answer any questions you might have. So if you're thinking of joining us to explore the beautiful Mediterranean waters of the Maltese islands, please get in touch - we'd love to hear from you!
Written by Ben and Susie