Freediving in Malta Starts Here

Whilst it is true we have sunshine 300 days of the year, it doesn’t mean we can dive all year round. Mid-May through mid-November is when Malta is at its best for freediving. By June, sea temperatures exceed 20°C and keep climbing — peaking at around 27°C in August — with a calm surface and conditions consistently reliable.

October is arguably the sweet spot where the water stays warm well into autumn, cooling gradually from around 25°C in early October to the low 20s by end of November, the summer crowds have diminished, and the underwater visibility is often at its annual best.

May is a transition month, with water around 18°C and perfectly diveable in a good wetsuit, but variable surface conditions mean some days are better than others. From mid-May onwards things settle, and that’s when we open our season at Deep Med.

Winter diving is possible for the hardy. December through February sees water temperatures around 15–17°C, but between the cold water, unpredictable weather, and rougher seas, it’s not the experience we’d recommend for courses or coaching. We’d rather tell you that now than have you book in January and spend half the week onshore.

Most freediving schools will get you certified. Fewer will actually make you better.

At Deep Med, certification is the consequence of real progress and not the goal itself. Our coaching is built around what you actually need in the water, not a checklist of skills to tick off before handing you a card.

The instructors get in the water with you every session. They watch how you move, how you breathe, how you equalise, and how your body responds. Through observation. We then begin to fix and guide you through the water. Step by Step.

This is why we cap at two divers per buoy.

If you’ve hit a plateau and are stuck at the same depth, struggling with equalisation, losing relaxation on the descent, having early contractions, the list is endless.  Our coaching programme is specifically designed for that. You’ll leave with a clear picture of what’s holding you back and a plan to fix it.

And if you’re already trained and just want quality supervised water time with an 80 metre line and experienced safety divers? Our training days are open to certified freedivers throughout the season.

We start each morning with stretching and breathwork before heading to the site. No rushing. The first breath-up of the day sets the tone for everything that follows.

We dive five days with rest days built in, across multiple sites on the RIB — caves, arches, wrecks, open water drop-offs — chosen based on conditions and what we’re working on. Rest days aren’t wasted time. That’s when your body consolidates everything it’s learned. Good time to explore Gozo too.

Between sessions we run theory and practical workshops on equalisation, breathing, and mindset which are built around what the group actually needs that week.

Not every session is about technique. We take the boat out to some of the best spots in the archipelago — Gozo’s coastline, Comino’s caves, Malta’s wrecks. Some days you’re just diving because it’s incredible out there.

Gozo handles the evenings well. Good food, quiet, enough time to actually recover before the next day.In fact, for 2026 we’ve got a pizza oven on site, making use of the space and having a bit of fun with it.

By the end of the week, you’ll have technique that’s become muscle memory, safety habits that are automatic, and a week that’s hard to summarise to people who weren’t there. Head over to our calendar to see the weekly schedule.

The Fast Ferry (Valletta → Gozo)

If you’re staying in the South or have just landed (Valletta, Sliema, St. Julians), the Gozo Highspeed is your best friend. Generally, it always runs in summertime, but may be cancelled in the shoulder months due to weather.

• Duration: 45 minutes.

• Cost: €7.50 for a standard one-way adult fare.

• Check their facebook page for regular updates.

The Main Ferry (Cirkewwa → Gozo)

If you’ve rented a car in Malta, you’ll head North to Cirkewwa.

• Schedule: Runs 24/7. In March 2026, it’s running every 30-45 minutes.

• Cost: €15.70 for a car and driver (standard fare). You only pay on the way back from Gozo. For foot passengers, it’s around €5

We offer on-site accommodation at Deep Med — a freediving base, not a hotel. Pool, outdoor space, everything set up for a proper training week. Get in touch and we’ll help you plan the logistics.