Bugibba Beach
In the northeast of the Maltese archipelago, between the bays of St. Paul's Bay and Salina Bay, there is one of the most popular resorts in Malta — Bugibba. There is a whole resort area on this cape that unites the cities of Bugibba, Aura and St. Paul's Bay.
The tourist season in Maltese resorts lasts from May to October, however, due to the mild Mediterranean climate, Bugibba welcomes vacationers all year round.
The length of the beach is 140 meters, the width is about 16 meters. The beach is covered with imported sand from Jordan.
The water in the sea here is very clean. The beach area is also regularly cleaned and kept clean.
Lifeguards are on duty on the beach, a toilet and a changing room are equipped. There are paid sunbeds, and there is a free zone. The entrance to the water is by means of a ladder.
There are many hotels, restaurants and cafes, nightclubs and discos and the lowest prices for apartments in Malta.
Buses connect Bugibba with all the cities of Malta. Therefore, by choosing this resort for your vacation, you will be able to get acquainted with the whole island without any problems.
Is it nice to swim?
- Beautiful climate and warm sea.
- The bathing season starts on May 1-10 and ends on the last days of October.
Facts
- Bugibba is considered one of the best beaches in Malta;
- Expensive and world-famous hotels are located here;
- Convenient transport links;
- All beaches are free;
- Many Cafes and Restaurants;
- Entertainment lovers will find night clubs and discos, cinemas and sea excursions here.
Where is it located?
- The town of Bugibba is located in the northern part of the island of Malta.
- The International Airport is 22 km away.
- Valletta is 16 km away.
- Sliema is 13 km away, Mellieha is 9 km away.
The resort is located near the towns of St. Paul's Bay and Aura. While walking, you may not notice that you are at a nearby resort.
Weather
The climate of Bugibba is no different from the climate of other resorts in Malta. It has a warm and rainy winter, a hot summer without precipitation and a very pleasant off-season for excursions in Malta.
- High season: from May to October. Warm, dry, sunny. The temperature during the day is +31-36°C, at night +20 °C. Closer to summer, the rains begin.
- Low season: from November to April. There are few tourists. Rains, thunderstorms, high clouds. Many cafes and entertainment venues are closing, because it is unprofitable to maintain a tourist business without tourists.
Summer at the resort lasts from May to October.
- In May, the air warms up to +23-25 ° C – it's time to get out to the beach.
- In June, the temperature rises to +27-28 ° C, and in July-August, the thermometer often rises above +30 ° C.
- For a trip with a baby to Bugibba, it is better to choose the very beginning of the beach season so that the heat does not interfere with the acclimatization of the baby.
- By September, the heat subsides: the temperature drops to +28 ° C, but the sea remains very warm.
- Gentle sea, sunny weather without heat – in September, conditions are developing for the best holiday in Bugibba with children.
- In October, during the day, the temperature stays at +24-25 ° C, but autumn rains gradually begin. Most often they come in the second half of the month.
- Autumn begins in November in Bugibba, and then winter. But even during this period, the air temperature does not fall below +15 ° C. It can rain for several hours in a row, but then the clouds in the sky disperse: in winter, the resort has both gloomy and sunny days.
What to do?
- Entertainment lovers will find night clubs and discos, cinemas and sea excursions here;
- There is a variety of equipment for water sports enthusiasts;
- A great place for hiking and hiking;
- Flat rocks are perfectly adapted for sunbathing;
- Bugibba has the cheapest car rental, so from here you can start traveling around the island by car;
- Visit fishing villages near St. Paul's Bay.
When is it better to go?
The high season in Bugibba lasts from May to September — the best time to relax. The higher the air temperature, the higher the prices for flights and accommodation.
The cost of hotels and apartments in Bugibba is not as high as in Sliema and St. Julian's, but we still recommend booking accommodation long before the trip — it helps to save money.
- The choice of time when it is better to go to Bugibba depends on the purpose of the trip. If you want to travel around the island, prefer a mild April, May or the first half of autumn.
- To swim in the sea, do not rush to come to the opening of the season in Bugibba.
- In May, you can sunbathe on the beach, but it's too early to swim – the water barely warms up to + 18 ° C.
- The sea gets warm by mid-June, but it keeps warm until November. Therefore, some come to the resort only in autumn, when most of the vacationers leave and there is an opportunity to enjoy the warmth and tranquility.
- If you want to devote your vacation in Bugibba to sightseeing, then there is no better time than spring.
Sea temperature
Not for all tourists, heat is the main sign of summer. For many, the warm sea in which you can swim is more important. And the bathing season in Bugibba opens quite late, that is, in mid-June, when the sea temperature rises to +21-22 ° C.
By July, the water temperature in Bugibba rises to +24 ° C, and in August — to +26 °C.
In September, the water temperature is +25 ° C, in October +23 ° C. It would be possible to swim in November, because the sea is still warm, but usually high waves rise at the end of autumn.
The most interesting thing in Bugibba
Like any locality in the state of Malta, Bujibba has a number of interesting attractions.
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Pescatore Palace |
Architectural ensemble attractions include gardens, a fountain in front of the main entrance and entrance gates. Today, a fashionable Italian restaurant specializing in fish menus operates in this building. |
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The Sanctuary of St. Paul tal-Hjeyedj |
According to local legend, the sanctuary of St. Paul tal-Jay Edge was built on the spot where the Apostle Paul and his companions lit a bonfire after a tragic shipwreck off the coast of Malta. |
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Wignacourt Tower |
It was built in the XVII century. The name of the tower is given in honor of the Grand Master Vinyakura, who was the ruler of the Order of the Ioannites. It was he who gave the order to build a tower on the seashore. |
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Misra El Bayadh Square |
It is here that the main city holidays and folk festivals take place. The square is decorated with palm trees, beautiful lanterns and unpretentious architectural objects in the form of arches and semi-arches. In addition to a well-groomed appearance and a charming view of the sea, souvenir stalls, open cafes and captivating music from street musicians are waiting for tourists. |
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Arias Coastal Battery |
A defensive structure in the form of a battery appeared in the vicinity of Bugibba in the distant XVIII century. |
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Promenade |
A well-equipped coastal promenade stretches along the entire length of the resort's coastline. There are souvenir shops, palm trees, street musicians and cozy outdoor cafes. |
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Kennedy Grove and Salina Park |
The only grove of the island of Malta is located on the outskirts of the famous resort troika: St. Paul's Bay, Bujibba and Aura. In Salina Park you can see cacti, oaks, olive trees, pines and other representatives of the flora of the islands. |
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Water park |
The Bugibba Water Park is designed specifically for children, there are many attractions here. |
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Salt pits |
A large area covered with a white coating will cause you an indescribable feeling of being in a fabulous place: as if you are in a snow-covered valley in the middle of a paradise island. |
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Simar Bird Sanctuary |
A rare ecosystem for the island is a tiny swamp, which during the migration period is visited by about 120 different species of birds (cranes, herons, ducks, etc.). This wonderful object is located near Bugibba – in Shemshiya. |
Prices
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Flight |
from €280 |
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Accommodation |
from €10 per day |
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Average check in a restaurant |
from €10 |
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Travel in transport |
from €2 |
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Excursion |
from €1 |
Total: about 610 euros per week.
Hotels in Bugibba
There are many hotels in Bugibba, accommodation here can be chosen for every taste and budget.
- In four-star hotels in Bugibba, such as Topaz, a room for two will cost from €50 to €120 per day.
- In a three-star hotel like the Springfield Hotel, you can stay for €30-60 per day.
- If desired, you can find accommodation in Bugibba for € 10-20 per day for a room for two.
Villa rentals
If you want to spend a vacation without prying eyes and intrusive service, rent a villa. It will be possible to arrange friendly parties, play with children, work with a computer, barbecue and cook familiar dishes in the equipped kitchen.
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