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The MV Xlendi wreck was a cargo ferry operating between Malta and Gozo. It was deliberately sunk as a diving attraction and artificial reef for fish in November 1999. The wreck is about 80m long and lies on a sandy slope at a depth of 42 – 44m.
The MV Xlendi wreck was a cargo ferry operating between Malta and Gozo. It was deliberately sunk as a diving attraction and artificial reef for fish in November 1999. The wreck is about 80m long and lies on a sandy slope at a depth of 42 – 44m.
The shallowest point is two propellers at a depth of about 32m. It is not recommended to penetrate the wreck due to its very unstable and dangerous condition and the fact that it lies upside down. However, the MV Xlendi wreck is still an interesting place for experienced divers. Marine life is quite abundant there. In addition, there is also a car wreck near the MV Xlendi, on the shore side.
The MV Xlendi was a Roll-On/Roll-Off ferry, originally part of the Gozo Channel fleet, that operated between Malta and Gozo.
The wreck was scuttled on November 12, 1999 to form an artificial reef for divers.
It is located off the coast of Gozo, near the town of Xatt l-Aħmar.
The wreck lies at a depth of approximately 40 meters (131 feet). The lower parts of the wreck are at 42-44 metres (138-144 feet).
The ship was scuttled to create an artificial reef and a new dive site, enhancing Gozo’s appeal as a diving destination.
Due to the depth and potential hazards from the wreck’s deterioration, it’s recommended only for deep, decompression and technical divers.
While popular, the wreck is considered unsafe for penetration dives due to structural collapse over the years. However, dives around the wreck are generally safe.
A minimum of a deep diving certification is recommended, with decompression diving and wreck diving certifications being advantageous.
Penetration is nowadays strongly discouraged due to the unsafe conditions of the wreck’s collapsed structure.
Yes, the wreck is a popular subject due to its eerie appearance, depth, and the marine life that surrounds it.
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