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Ramla Bay Resort

4 star hotel
Triq Ir-Ramla, Il-Mellieħa, Malta
479 rooms
FREE Internet

Orangeshark Diving Centres

PADI 5 Star IDC Resort
Onsite
Max 4 divers per guide

Package highlights

  • Spectacular seafront location on a peaceful peninsula, offering uninterrupted views of Gozo and Comino, with direct access to a private sandy beach and lush Mediterranean gardens
  • A top choice for scuba diving enthusiasts, ideally situated near some of Malta’s most iconic dive sites including reefs, caves, and historic wrecks, all just a short boat ride away
  • Comfortable and spacious accommodations including sea-view rooms, suites, and family apartments, many with furnished balconies or kitchenettes for added convenience
  • Extensive leisure facilities with three outdoor pools, two indoor pools, a full-service spa with sauna and hammam, a fitness center, and a games room for all ages
  • A diverse culinary experience with several restaurants and bars on site, plus exciting recreational options such as boat trips, water sports, and a kids’ club
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Booking process

1. BOOKING

Once we receive your booking, we double check availability with the dive operator and reserve your spot

2. CONFIRMATION

We usually get back to you within 24 hours to confirm that your booking is final

3. 48H FREE CANCELLATION PERIOD

You then have 48 hours to take care of other travel arrangements. Your credit card will only be charged after that period

Payment & cancellation

Payment terms

  • Now: 0%
  • 48 hours after booking confirmation: 25%
  • 30 days before trip start: 100%

Cancellation fee

Free cancellation for 48h after confirmation

  • 5.0% of the total booking amount will be charged if you cancel more than 10 days prior to arrival
  • 100.0% will be charged if you cancel less than 10 days prior to arrival

Explore diving around the Ramla Bay Resort

Dive Center

Highlights

  • PADI 5 IDC Dive Resort perfectly located to explore Malta, Comino, and Gozo, offering professional training facilities and a full range of recreational and technical diving programs.
  • Over 70 dive sites within 1 hour from the base, offering everything from relaxed shore dives to spectacular boat dives around the islands.
  • Rich marine encounters including octopus, seahorses, moray eels, barracuda, as well as dramatic underwater archways, caves, and reefs bursting with life.
  • Modern dive center with a purpose-built classroom, spacious gear facilities, brand-new Cressi rental equipment, and a 30ft Qalfat dive boat with shaded seating.
  • SUEX scooter (DPV) experiences and courses, offering guided dives that let you glide effortlessly over reefs, walls, and channels.

Description

OrangeShark Diving Center is a PADI 5* IDC Dive Resort ideally located to access Malta, Comino and Gozo's best dive spots. 

Malta is an essential diving destination for all European divers. Despite it's size, the island offers over 70 dive sites dotted around the country's 280km of coastline. 

The most of the shore dive sites are characterized by easy access, periodically maintained, making them suitable for anyone.

The dive center is based within Ramla Bay Resort and all boat diving is done from a 30ft qalfat.

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DIVING SERVICES

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French
  • German
  • Spanish
  • Italian

Rental Equipment

  • Mask & Snorkel
  • Regulator
  • Gauges
  • Small Cylinders (10L / 71.2 Cu. Ft.)
  • Compass
  • Camera
  • Wetsuit – Shorty
  • Bcd
  • Flashlight
  • Children Sizes
  • Dive Computer
  • Open-Heel Fins

PADI® Courses Available

  • Reactivate Program
  • Scuba Diver
  • Open Water Diver
  • Advanced Open Water Diver
  • Rescue Diver
  • Nitrox Certification
  • Underwater Photography
  • Deep Diver Certification
  • Underwater Videographer
  • Night Diver
  • Wreck Diver
  • Boat Diver
  • Drysuit
  • Underwater Propulsion Vehicle
  • Peak Performance Buoyancy
  • Sidemount Diver
  • Technical Diving Courses

Dive boat facilities

  • Drinking Water
  • Custom Built
  • Toilet
  • Tea And Coffee
  • Ladder

For your safety

  • Hyperbaric Chamber
  • Emergency Oxygen Kit
  • First Aid Kits

Diving gear

  • Tanks With Din Valves
  • Din/Int Adapters
  • 15L Tanks Available
  • Nitrox ($)
  • Rental Equipment ($)
  • Filling Station

Dive Center Facilities

  • Onsite Classroom
  • Air Conditioning
  • Wi-Fi (Free)
  • Retail Shop
  • Dive Boat

PADI membership level

  • Padi 5 Star Idc Resort
  • Green Fins

Resort Amenities

Food & drink

  • Beer And Wine
  • Buffet
  • A La Carte
  • Alcohol
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Halal Food
  • Gluten Free Food
  • Vegan

Activities

  • Cultural Excursions
  • Sunset Cruises
  • Live Music
  • Island Hopping
  • Jet Skiing

Good for...

  • Solo Travellers
  • Active Holidays
  • Wheelchair-Friendly
  • Remote Getaways
  • Great Spa/Wellbeing Experience
  • Families With Diving Kids
  • Romance/Honeymoon
  • Families With Non-Diving Kids
  • Good Value For Money

Great for families

  • Kids Pool
  • Kids Club
  • Kids Playground

Payments

  • Bank Transfer
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Amex
  • Cash (Eur)

Sports & Watersports

  • Waterskiing
  • Snorkeling
  • Stand-Up Paddling
  • Kayaking

Facilities

  • Cash Machine/Atm
  • Beach Front
  • Restaurant
  • Bar / Lounge
  • Swimming Pool(S)
  • Garden
  • Heating

Amenities & services

  • Wi-Fi (Free)
  • Air-Conditioning

Wellness & Relaxation

  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Spa Facility
  • Sauna
  • Hot Tub/Whirlpool/Jacuzzi
  • Massage Services
  • Beauty Treatments

Resort Description

Ramla Bay Resort enjoys a prime location on the unspoiled northern coast of Malta, with sweeping views over the crystal-clear Mediterranean and the nearby islands of Gozo and Comino.

Nestled between rugged cliffs and tranquil bays, the resort offers direct access to the sea, a private sandy beach, and beautifully landscaped gardens.

It is also the ideal base for scuba diving enthusiasts looking to explore some of Malta’s most iconic underwater sites. With reefs, caves, and historical wrecks just a short boat ride away, divers of all levels can enjoy safe, exciting, and unforgettable underwater adventures. The resort’s calm and unspoiled location ensures easy water access, breathtaking sunsets, and a peaceful retreat after a day of diving. 

The resort spans 28,000 m² and features sea-view rooms, suites, and family apartments, many with balconies and kitchenettes. Facilities include three seawater outdoor pools, two indoor pools, a spa with sauna and hammam, a fitness center, and a games room.

Guests can enjoy a choice of restaurants and bars, plus activities such as diving, kayaking, boat trips, and kids’ programs.

Free public parking is available, and airport transfers can be arranged. Ramla Bay Resort is GSTC-certified, highlighting its commitment to sustainability and marine conservation.

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How to get there

Arrival

  • The best airport to fly into is Malta International Airport.
  • The resort is located approximately 30 km from the airport, with a transfer time of about 45 minutes.
  • Taxi are available upon arrival to take you directly to the hotel.
  • Check in time is 3pm.

Departure

  • Check out time is 11am.
  • A taxi transfer back to the airport can be arranged by the resort upon request.

 

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