St. Thomas Bay is a large bay with smaller sandy banks in the South of Malta, mostly popular with the locals and with windsurfers.  It offers a variety of small and shallow sandy beaches, flat rocks and concrete platforms all next to each other perfect for bathing.  it is also possible to hike to the Munxar cliffs which offer stunning views of the white cliffs as well as the opportunity to swim in some of the clearest waters.  Sea urchins can be found in abundance here and it is also possible to see locals snorkeling in the area collecting them for a local favourite Mediterranean pasta dish.