Nature Walks of Malta and Gozo

Nature Walks of Malta and Gozo

The warm Mediterranean climate of Malta, its physical isolation from other land masses and its limestone base, have led to the formation of a range of habitats, some with rare endemic species. With extensive cliffs and dramatic boulder screes, the coastal landscapes are among the most beautiful in the world. Inland, there are tranquil rural valleys, deep gorges where shaded conditions promote a luxurious growth and exposed hilltops of fractured lime that are home to a surprisingly wide range of wild flowers. The flora of Malta is of particular interest as the island hosts over 1,100 wild plant species, around 40 of which are not found anywhere else.

The 13 coastal and rural paths walks in this book have been selected to showcase the beautiful and pristine environment of these sister islands. Many of the routes will also take you past features of archaeological interest such as Neolithic temples, ancient chapels and British fortifications. Malta is exceptional in that on any one walk you can encounter a variety of interesting wildlife, landscape and cultural features. 

Each of the 13 walks in this book

Is of moderate length (about 4 hours) and most can be shortened or extended to suit individual requirements
Is described in detail and shown on a clear map
Can be reached easily by bus or short taxi ride
Will bring you past an impressive variety of features of environmental, landscape and cultural interest.
Is suitable for persons of normal fitness

This guide contains sections on the geology, habitats, flora and fauna of Malta so that you can better enjoy its rich environmental inheritance. It also has useful sections with practical advice on weather, buses and ferries and when best to visit. 



The authors Jonathan Henwood (Maltese) and Emmet Mc Mahon (Irish) are both environmental scientists with a shared love of Nature and Rambling.