DK Travel : Malta & Gozo : Outdoor

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Ahrax Point

Off Marfa Ridge. Huge seaweed meadows shelter abundant marine life. Good visibility for photos.
Anchor Bay

This pretty little cove next to the touristy Popeye Village somehow gets overlooked by the crowds. The sandy beach is little larger than a handkerchief, but it’s a good spot for a picnic.
Azure Window, Gozo

Another scenic dive at Dwejra. Huge boulders shelter abundant marine life.
Bird-watching

Hunters and trappers have done their best to wipe out the Maltese bird population, but they haven’t succeeded yet. They eliminated the Mediterranean peregrine falcon from the beautiful Ta’ Ċenċ cliffs, but this area is still home to all kinds of bird life, including the largest colony of breeding Cory’s Shearwaters in the Maltese islands. There are two bird sanctuaries in Malta (see Għadira Wetland Reserve ).
Blenheim Bomber, Marsaxlokk

The remains of this World War II plane make for an interesting but difficult dive.
Blue Grotto, Wied iż-Żurrieq

This huge natural arch in the cliffs near the tiny village of Wied iż-Żurrieq gets its name from the unearthly blue which seems to flicker beneath the waters, evo-king thoughts of the mermaids who were believed to live here. A boat trip takes in this and six other caves along the same stretch of coast.
Blue Lagoon, Comino

The dazzling turquoise waters and remote island setting make this the most celebrated beauty spot in all Malta. Although there is no beach as such, the flat rocks around the lagoon fill up in summer with sun-worshippers and families enjoying the shallow, child-friendly waters. The Blue Lagoon is also a great spot for diving and snorkelling, but it’s quietest early or late.
Blue Lagoon, Comino

The beautiful Blue Lagoon is formed by a narrow channel which cuts between the small island of Comino and minute Cominetto. The azure waters are shallow and inviting, perfect for swimming, snorkelling and diving. Go out of season if you can, because the Lagoon’s languid charms are shattered in summer by the crowds and the motor boats.
Boat Excursions

Numerous boat excursions are available, from a tour of the Grand Harbour to jaunts taking in all three main islands. In Malta, most trips start from Sliema, in Gozo from Xlendi Bay.
Buskett Gardens

In a fairly barren island, the Buskett Gardens stand out as Malta’s most extensive woodlands. They were first established as a hunting ground for the Knights, and are filled with groves of olives, citrus trees and plump, bushy pines that look like gigantic broccoli. Perfect for picnics and leafy walks, these woods are the scene of one of Malta’s most enjoyable festivals, L’Imnarja .