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Ras il-Hobz, also known as Middle Finger, is a popular dive site located in the south of Gozo. It is a large vertical rock that resembles a raised finger. It starts at a depth of about 7m and goes down to at least 100m. It is one of the most distinctive dive sites in Malta and Gozo. Diving at the Middle Finger is appreciated by divers for its geological diversity and abundance of marine flora and fauna.
Ras il-Hobz, also known as Middle Finger, is a popular dive site located in the south of Gozo. It is a large vertical rock that resembles a raised finger. It starts at a depth of about 7m and goes down to at least 100m. It is one of the most distinctive dive sites in Malta and Gozo. Diving at the Middle Finger is appreciated by divers for its geological diversity and abundance of marine flora and fauna.
There are numerous crevices and rock formations that are home to many large and small organisms such as moray eels, crabs, lobsters, nudibranchs, clams and sponges. All around, schools of hundreds of fish, hunting tuna and other predators. Diving at the Middle Finger is a real spectacle that remains in the memory for a long time.
Due to the very easy entry into the water and the curiosities at various depths, it is a very popular site for divers of all skill levels.
It is a deep reef and wall dive with a pinnacle that ascends from deep waters, making it ideal for experienced divers who enjoy underwater cliffs and deep formations.
The Middle Finger (Ras il-Hobz) is a dive site in Gozo, named after the characteristic peak of rock rising from the seabed. This peak resembles a “middle finger” gesture. The Middle Finger is known for its dramatic topography and rich marine life.
The depth at the Middle Finger ranges from 5 to over 100 meters (16 to 330 feet), making it suitable for all divers, including decompression and technical divers.
The Middle Finger dive site is located on the south coast of Gozo.
The primary features include the towering rock pinnacle (withe the “finger” on top), underwater cliffs, and the clear blue waters that offer excellent visibility.
Yes, the Middle Finger is a good dive site for beginner divers, as long as they go with a local guide. About half of the dive involves swimming around a pinnacle, with the bottom several dozen meters lower and sometimes you can’t see the way back clearly. Therefore, good buoyancy control as well as good underwater navigation are important.
Yes, the clear water, vibrant marine life, and striking geological formations make Middle Finger an excellent spot for underwater photography.
Visibility is typically excellent, often ranging from 25 to 40 meters (80 to 130 feet), depending on weather and sea conditions.
You can get to the Middle Finger by car, because the dive site is accessible from the shore. The last section of the road over the rocks is quite demanding, so an off-road vehicle is recommended. The entrance to the water itself is several dozen meters from the Middle Finger and it may be slippery there. Therefore, it is recommended to dive with a local guide who knows the characteristics of this dive site.
Yes, there are numerous local dive shops and centers, including the Blue Hole Diving Gozo, that offer guided dives to Middle Finger, along with equipment rental and transportation.
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