Why Gozo is a Great Place for Divers on a Budget
If you're dreaming of crystal-clear waters, dramatic underwater landscapes, and unforgettable diving — but without draining your wallet — Gozo might just be your perfect destination. Here’s why our little island in the Mediterranean is a top choice for budget-conscious divers:
🏝️ 1. Affordable Accommodation Options
Gozo offers a range of budget-friendly places to stay — from guesthouses and B&Bs to self-catering farmhouses shared among groups. Unlike many major diving hotspots, prices remain reasonable even during peak season. Our own B&B, just a stones-throw away from the diving centre, is the perfect example!
🤿 2. Shore Diving Paradise = Lower Costs
One of Gozo’s biggest advantages is how many world-class dive sites are accessible directly from the shore. That means:
No need for expensive boat charters every day
Shorter travel times to sites makes for an extremely easy and efficient day
Lower overall cost per dive than the majority of dive destinations
Iconic dive sites like the Blue Hole, Inland Sea, and Cathedral Cave are all absolutely stunning and accessible from the beautiful Gozitan coastline.
The spectacular view from Xatt l-Ahmar’s preparation area. One of the most popular shore diving sites on the island.
🚌 3. Cheap & Easy Island Transport
Gozo is small, and we offer packages which include transport to and from dive sites for all of our guests. Not only that, we would be more than happy to come and pick you up from your accommodation here on the island, and drop you back off a the end of each diving day!
Public transport is also cheap and reliable meaning exploring Gozo after a day in the water is easy. Should you wish, car rental is also extremely affordable, and we would always be more than happy to help you organise it.
🏷️ 4. Competitive Dive Package Prices
Because Gozo is a well-established dive hub, there’s healthy competition among dive centres — which helps keep course and fun dive prices reasonable. We offer a range of great value dive packages for our guests, depending on your preferences and the length of your stay. If you decide to stay with us for 10 shore dives, you would spend only 28 euro per dive!
🍝 5. Low-Cost Living
Beyond diving, daily expenses in Gozo — like food, drinks, and activities — are generally much cheaper than in larger European dive destinations. Between dives we often stop for a short break at a nearby café, kiosk or restaurant, and you will be pleasantly surprised by the great quality and low cost of food and drink - as well as great coffee!
Evenings out can also be inexpensive. There are countless of incredible restaurants around the island which will not break the bank! As well as that, many bars offer free live music for excellent evening entertainment, with drinks also much lower price than most of Europe.
🐠 6. Free Natural Beauty
When you’re not underwater, there’s plenty to do for free or very little — hiking, cliffside views, exploring the islands famous salt pans, beaches, festivals and a bustling music scene. Plus, the architecture of the many historic sights around Gozo is something to behold.
Being such a small island, surrounded by the gorgeous Mediterranean sea, it is extremely inexpensive to have a truly nourishing and enjoyable time. Time spent in and around the sea, however you like to enjoy it, is good for the body and mind.
Gozo is proud of it heritage and regularly celebrates its food, wine, beer and music with festivals which are free to attend.
🎓 7. Affordable Dive Training
Learning to dive or progressing to advanced levels in Gozo often costs less than in countries like the UK, Germany, or the US — even including flights. Plus, you get clearer water, beautiful marine life and stunning underwater formations as your classroom. Conditions are extremely forgiving here in Gozo, making it the ideal place to learn and progress.
Gozo gives you big adventure without the big price tag. Whether you’re doing your first dive, getting certified, or just exploring for fun, it’s a perfect mix of budget travel and unforgettable underwater experiences. Get in touch today to organise your next adventure!
