Palau's underwater realm is a greatest-hits compilation of diving experiences: the legendary Blue Corner wall with its shark-filled currents, the ethereal Jellyfish Lake, and a fleet of WWII Japanese wrecks. Strong currents create an action-packed environment where reef hook diving is standard practice. Above water, the Rock Islands present one of the Pacific's most stunning seascapes.
Where Walls, Wrecks, and Jellyfish Converge
Visibility60–150 ft
Temperature80–86°F
Max Depth200 ft
Currentstrong
2-Tank Dive$160
Best MonthsOctober, November, December, January
Score Breakdown
Marine Life Diversity
94.0
Coral & Reef Health
88.0
Visibility & Conditions
90.0
Dive Site Variety
92.0
Water Temperature
92.0
Depth & Access
85.0
Operator Quality
88.0
Topside Experience
68.0
Getting There
48.0
Value & Cost
52.0
Crowding
72.0
Social Proof
93.0
Key Species
grey reef sharkmanta raynapoleon wrassejellyfishhawksbill turtlemandarin fish
Dive Types
walldriftwreckreefcaveblue water
Top Operators
Sam's Tours
PADI
4.7
560 reviewsNITROX
Fish 'n Fins
PADI
4.6
420 reviewsNITROX
Palau Dive Adventures
SSI
4.8
280 reviewsNITROX