There is currently one Golf course on the island, but it is possible that there will be others in the near future. The Royal Malta Golf Club is situated on the grounds of the Marsa Sports Club, where other sports, such as tennis, squash and archery, can also be practised. The golf course consists of 18 holes, adding up to the par of 68. There is also a driving range and a fully stocked pro shop, where merchandise can be purchased and golf clubs hired. A resident PGA golf professional is available for lessons for members and non-members alike.
The Maltese Islands have much to offer the experienced diver, as well as being an ideal location for beginners. Easily accessible from all European capitals, the waters around the islands are tide-free, warm, clear and safe. Visibility often exceeds 30 metres and the underwater scenery and fauna are varied and spectacular. The choice of dive sites includes caves, drop-offs, cliff sites and wrecks – by day or night; by boat or from the shore. A safe and interesting location can always be found, even in the winter months. The Government regulates sport diving. Local professional and commercial dive centres are fully equipped to provide well-maintained equipment; clean air, instruction or accompanied dives and qualifying courses to internationally recognised standards.
Government policy requires all divers to obtain a local diving permit: A C-card issued by the Health Department for a nominal fee of Lm1, a recent medical certificate, two passport-sized photos, a diving logbook/qualification record, showing a minimum of CMAS 2 Stars, and an application form are required. If accompanied by a locally qualified instructor, the C-card is not necessary. Such permits are renewable annually every January 1, and specify the various conditions to be observed for the safety of participants and the sport in general.
Malta has a number of modern Yachting facilities, with excellent marinas, offering both serviced and unserviced quays at reasonable rates.
The yacht’s registration book, together with passports covering all crew members and passengers, must be presented to Customs and Immigration officials, who call on the yacht as early as possible to issue the necessary pratique. Yachts may only remain on anchor in midstream within the Yachting Centre until a specific berth is allocated by the berthing master, who must be contacted at the Yachting Centre offices, or on VHF channel 19.