
Welcome to Starfish Diving Malta – the ultimate diving destination on the island! Our dive centre has been providing top-notch diving experiences for over 20 years and is the sister dive centre to Dive Systems Malta – a name synonymous with quality. Located in St. Julian’s, we offer easy access to the best dive sites around the island.
Starfish Diving Malta
Meet Our Dive Team

Marco Marzio
Centre Manager & PADI Staff Instructor
Marco is a PADI Staff Instructor from Italy and speaks English, Spanish, and Italian.
“Through my travels, I worked in fantastic countries like Indonesia, Egypt, the Caribbean, Italy and many other amazing places. I am a dynamic and smiling person. I am now the director of the Starfish Diving Malta, and I am happy to transfer my experience to all of you, and make your experience unique.

Tiit Krutob
PADI Course Director, EFRI
Tiit is a PADI Course Director from Estonia and speaks Estonian, English, Russian & Finnish.
“For more than 25 years ago I was the first PADI instructor in Estonia. I have been working in Estonia, Cyprus, Egypt, Thailand and now more than a decade in Malta. I am calm by nature but passionate about diving. I can teach you many aspects of diving and I would love to share with you my love to the ocean and to amazing Maltese diving environment.”

Maria Julieta Eller
PADI OSWI
Maria is an Argentinian PADI Instructor, and speaks English, Spanish and Portuguese.
“I come from Argentina. I’ve worked in the dive industry as a divemaster for a couple of years in Australia and as a diving instructor in Mexico. What I most love about diving is that the sea can surprise you on every dive. Being divers and helping each other to do so is a way to spread our love for the sea.”

Esteban Poffo
PADI IDC Staff Instructor
Esteban is from Argentina and speaks English and Spanish.
“As teaching and diving are things I enjoy, I became an Instructor in Australia where I worked on dayboats and liveaboards. I also worked in Mexico for a season. For me teaching people to dive and guiding them is a way to share the wonders of the sea.”

Geoffrey Chaineux
PADI Instructor & Tec Diver
Geoffrey is a Belgian Instructor and speaks English and French.
“I’ve already worked in France, Greece, and Comoros. Sharing my knowledge and guiding divers through this absolutely beautiful world is for me more than a passion”
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Operating for over 20 years
+1,000
Happy Divers Every Year
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“Experience the difference with our core values.”
Safety First
At Starfish Diving, safety is our top priority. Our experienced instructors will guide you through every step of your dives, ensuring that you feel comfortable and confident at all times.
Top Instructors
Our team of expert instructors are some of the best in the industry. With years of experience and a passion for diving, they’ll help you take your skills to the next level, no matter your experience level.
Quality Gear
We only use the highest quality gear at Starfish Diving, ensuring that you have the best possible experience. From our well-maintained equipment to our modern facilities, we’re dedicated to providing the best possible diving experience.
Affordable Packages
We believe that diving should be accessible to everyone, which is why we offer affordable packages that cater to a wide range of budgets. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, we’ve got a package that’s perfect for you.
We are a proud Cressi Dive Centre, meaning we only use the best quality gear to ensure your safety, comfort and enjoyment during your dive. Whether you’re interested in wreck diving, deep-diving, night diving, or boat diving, we have a package that caters to your every wish.

Boat Dives & Charters
We arrange regular boat dives to many of the great dive sites around Malta, Comino and Gozo. With a variety of boat options, we can also arrange private dive and leisure charters.
Simo is a new dive boat or pleasure charter which is serving diving schools and non diving guests. The 38 foot boat has been designed and equipped to offer the best service possible to passengers. With a cruising speed of 14 knots Simo can take you quickly to a dive site. The charter includes a Skipper who is also a Diving Instructor & First Aid instructor, Fuel, First Aid Kit, Oxygen Kit, Fishfinder, GPS, VHF, Toilet, Tea/Coffee, Fridge, Shower, Dry area and all the necessary Safety Equipment.
Our Services & Facilities
At Starfish Diving, we are dedicated to delivering unparalleled diving experiences that cater to divers of all levels and interests. Whether you’re a recreational diver seeking thrilling underwater explorations or a technical diver craving the depths of the unknown, we have everything you need to make your diving dreams a reality.

Modern Dive Centre
Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with two top-of-the-line Bauer compressors, ensuring a constant supply of clean, breathable air for your diving adventures.

Dive & Leisure Charters
Step aboard one of our fully-equipped boats for exhilarating dive or leisure charters. Explore remote dive sites, breathtaking caves, or wrecks that reveal captivating stories from the past.

DPV Rental
Looking to add an extra thrill to your dives? We provide DPV (Diver Propulsion Vehicle) rentals, giving you the freedom to glide through the water with ease and discover more dive sites in less time.

Trimix Available
For the intrepid tec divers out there, we offer the remarkable option of trimix, allowing you to delve even deeper into the underwater realm.

Rebreather Friendly
As a haven for tec divers, we welcome rebreather divers with open arms, providing exceptional support, guidance & even try dives for divers of all levels.

Dive Shop
Our on-site dive shop offers a wide range of high-quality equipment, from dive computers to wetsuits, masks to fins, we’ve got you covered.
Starfish Diving Malta is Ideally Located, Close to All the Action!
We are at the water’s edge, directly below the Marina Hotel Corinthia Beach Resort, in the close vicinity of Corinthia Hotel St. George’s Bay, and the Radisson Blu Resort in St. Julian’s. We are conveniently located and easily accessible from all parts of the island.
Once a quaint fishing village centered around a small bay, St. Julian’s has since become a bustling tourist destination while still retaining its authentic charm. Visitors to St. Julian’s can enjoy a variety of accommodations, including some of Malta’s finest restaurants, bars, nightclubs, shopping centers, and cinemas.
Directions to Starfish Diving
From St. George’s Bay beach, keep the sea to your right and head towards the Corinthia Marina hotel.
Opening Hours
Opening Hours
Summer hours (May-October)
8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (7 days a week)
Off-season hours (November-April)
8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Monday-Saturday)
Special arrangements can be made for night dives, Sundays and public holidays.
What we offer
Starfish Diving Malta offers all Recreational Level courses, from the beginner level up to technical divers and instructors. Our professional instructor team will help you to develop and be a better diver wherever you start.
We teach in TDI and PADI systems. Sidemount courses, TDI Advanced Wreck, and PADI Tec Instructor courses are also available. Our Tec Team can accommodate all your needs getting the next level in your technical diving career.

Join our experienced instructors and see some of the best dive sites in the Mediterranean around Malta, Gozo and Comino.

There are many great technical diving destinations around the world, and Malta is definitely one of them!