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Explore 6 protected areas in Malta, rated across 10 categories

The only semi-natural woodland in the Maltese Islands, situated in the Wied il-Luq valley. A Natura 2000 Special Area of Conservation with endemic and rare Mediterranean species. Originally planted by

Buskett

The entire island of Comino between Malta and Gozo is a designated bird sanctuary and Natura 2000 site. Hunting and trapping are banned. Home to breeding seabirds and an important stopover for migrant

Comino

The largest contiguous protected land and sea area in Malta, located on Gozo's western coast. A Natura 2000 Special Area of Conservation featuring the Inland Sea, dramatic coastal geology, and rich ma

Dwejra

A Mediterranean woodland restoration project near Mellieha featuring a mosaic of steppe, garrigue, maquis, and planted woodland with indigenous Aleppo Pine and Holm Oak.

Foresta 2000

A Ramsar wetland of international importance on Malta's northern coast, featuring brackish pools and saltmarsh habitat critical for migratory birds. Over 200 bird species recorded.

Ghadira

Malta's first and only national park, stretching 6 km along the northwest coast from Golden Bay to Il-Prajjet. Features coastal cliffs, Mediterranean garrigue, clay slopes, and Natura 2000 habitats.

National Parks in Malta

Top 10 Parks in Malta

Dwejra

Majjistral

Comino

Buskett

Ghadira

Foresta 2000

Top Parks by Category

Top 10 Parks for Uniqueness in Malta

Dwejra

Comino

Ghadira

Majjistral

Buskett

Foresta 2000

All Parks (6)

Dwejra

Majjistral

Comino

Buskett

Ghadira

Foresta 2000