Calypso Diving Centre

Calypso Diving Centre is one of the longest-running dive operations in Gozo, having been a fixture of the local diving community since 1985. Situated directly on the seafront in Marsalforn, the centre serves as a gateway to some of the most diverse underwater topography in the Mediterranean.

You can expect a professional approach rooted in decades of local knowledge. The team understands the nuances of the Gozitan coastline, from the subtle currents of the bays to the complex structures of the deeper wrecks and cave systems.

The centre is run by a local team with over 40 years of experience navigating the waters around Gozo and Comino. This longevity ensures that every briefing is structured and every dive is led by guides who know the specific topography of the sites.

Instruction is provided in several languages, including English, German, Spanish, Maltese, and Italian. Whether you are working through a certification or following a guide on a drift dive, the focus remains on safety and a personalised experience.

Training is conducted in small groups, ensuring that instructors can maintain close attention to each diver. This structured approach is applied to everything from introductory dives to advanced specialties.

Calypso Diving Centre offers a comprehensive range of training through both PADI and SSI affiliations. Beginners can start with Scuba Diver or Open Water Diver courses, while those looking to progress can enrol in Advanced Open Water Diver programmes.

Specialist training is a core part of the curriculum, including PADI Deep Diver, Wreck Diver, and Night & Limited Visibility specialties. For those looking to refine their skills, the centre offers Perfect Buoyancy, Navigation, and Boat diving courses, alongside an Underwater Naturalist programme.

The centre provides full equipment hire for those not travelling with their own kit. This includes a complete range of scuba gear, though you will need to arrange your own mask, fins, and snorkel if you prefer your own fit.

For night dives, torches can be hired separately. Divers can also hire dive computers to ensure they are tracking their profiles accurately. Nitrox is available on-site for those looking to extend their bottom times.

The reefs and walls of Gozo are home to a vast array of Mediterranean life. You will regularly encounter large pelagics and predatory fish, including Amberjack (Seriola), Tuna (Thunnus), and Great barracuda (Sphyraena barracuda), often cruising the deeper sections of the drop-offs.

Macro life is abundant in the shallower bays and caves. Divers can find Seahorse (Hippocampus kuda), various species of Nudibranch (Chromodoris willani), and Octopus (Octopus vulgaris) tucked into the crevices. Look closely around the rocky outcrops for Scorpionfish, Cuttlefish (Sepiidae), and various species of Crab (Brachyura).

In the seagrass meadows and rocky habitats, you will find many small creatures, including Shrimp (Caridea), Spiny lobster (Palinuridae), and various species of Moray eel (Muraenidae). The reefs are also populated by schools of Damselfish (Pomacentridae), Salema porgy (Sarpa salpa), and John Dory (Zeus faber), alongside many other colourful reef fish.

The diving season is long, with the best conditions typically found from spring through to the end of autumn. Visibility is generally excellent, regularly ranging between 30 and 40 metres.

Many of the most iconic sites, such as the caves and tunnels, are accessible via shore entries or short boat trips. While many sites are sheltered, the deeper wrecks and certain points may be subject to more varied conditions.