Daħlet Qorrot Bay
Daħlet Qorrot Bay is a small inlet on the north-east coast of Gozo, near Nadur. It is an easy shore dive suitable for beginners, with a shallow profile and a mixture of rocky areas, small sandy patches and extensive beds of Neptune grass.
The bay is also a traditional fishing inlet, with small boat houses cut into the base of the surrounding cliffs. Divers should be aware that small fishing boats may be present on the surface and around the quayside.
Daħlet Qorrot Bay Gozo Diving
The dive can be started from the small pebbly beach or from the rocky sides of the inlet. The seabed remains relatively shallow and provides an opportunity to explore the Neptune grass and sandy patches while looking around the rocks for smaller Mediterranean marine life.
Visit Gozo lists the site as Beginner, with an average depth of about 10 metres and a maximum depth of 10+ metres. The site is therefore more suited to relaxed shallow-water diving than to deep or technical diving.
Daħlet Qorrot Bay: Entry & Access
Daħlet Qorrot is a shore dive. A small pebbly beach provides a straightforward water entry, while rocks and the quayside on either side of the bay also give access to the sea.
The bay is used by local fishermen and small boats. Divers should keep clear of boats at the surface and take care around the quayside and rocky entry areas.
Dive Information
Neptune Grass
Extensive beds of Neptune grass cover sections of the seabed and are one of the main features of this shallow dive.
Sandy Patches
Small sandy areas break up the seagrass and rocky seabed, creating different habitats within the bay.
Shallow Reef
The site has a shallow recreational profile, making it suitable for beginners when conditions are appropriate.
Fishing Inlet
Traditional rock-cut boat houses and fishing activity give Daħlet Qorrot a distinctive setting above and below the water.
Daħlet Qorrot Bay Diving Conditions
Daħlet Qorrot is a relatively sheltered inlet, but conditions can still affect a shore entry. Wind, swell and visibility should be checked before entering, particularly if the sea is rough around the bay entrance.
The shallow nature of the site makes it a useful choice when a relaxed dive is wanted, provided the actual entry and exit conditions are suitable on the day.
What You Can See
The Neptune grass, sandy patches and rocks provide habitat for a variety of small Mediterranean marine life. Fish can be found around the rocky sections and among the seagrass, while the sandy areas offer a contrasting seabed.
Marine-life sightings vary with season, visibility and water movement. The site is particularly well suited to divers who enjoy taking time to search the shallow seabed rather than concentrating on a single large underwater feature.
Diving Daħlet Qorrot Bay
Daħlet Qorrot is a good choice for beginner and recreational divers. With an average depth of around 10 metres and an easy shore entry, it can also be useful for training, refresher dives and relaxed underwater photography.
As with all shore dives, divers should stay within their training and experience and assess the conditions before entering. The presence of fishing boats makes surface awareness especially important in this bay.
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Location
Daħlet Qorrot Bay is on the north-east coast of Gozo, near Nadur.
Daħlet Qorrot Bay Gozo – Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Daħlet Qorrot Bay?
Daħlet Qorrot Bay is on the north-east coast of Gozo, near Nadur.
Is Daħlet Qorrot Bay a shore dive?
Yes. It is an easy shore dive with entry from the small pebbly beach, rocks or quayside around the bay.
What level of diver is it suitable for?
Visit Gozo lists Daħlet Qorrot Bay as a Beginner site.
How deep is Daħlet Qorrot Bay?
Visit Gozo lists an average depth of about 10 metres and a maximum depth of 10+ metres.
What are the main underwater features?
The main features are extensive Neptune grass, small sandy patches and shallow rocky areas.
Are there boats in the bay?
Yes. Daħlet Qorrot is a working fishing inlet, so divers should watch for boats at the surface.
Is Daħlet Qorrot suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is described as an easy dive suitable for beginners, provided the shore and sea conditions are appropriate.
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