Plongée à Palau — Palau

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.

Score
81.1
Visibilité
18–46m
Température
27–30°C
Meilleurs mois
October, November, December
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81.1

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7.5150°N

134.5825°E

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

Visibility18–46 m
Temperature27–30°C
Max Depth61 m
Currentstrong
2-Tank Dive$160
Best MonthsOctober, November, December, January
CertificationAdvanced Open WaterAdvanced

Score Breakdown

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ML94.0CH88.0VIS90.0SV92.0TMP92.0DA85.0OP88.0TS68.0GT48.0VAL52.0CRD72.0SP93.0

Marine Life

94.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
90
Megafauna Encounters
96
Reef Fish Abundance
92
Macro Life
82
Endemic Species
88
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

Dive Types

walldriftwreckreefcaveblue water

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

Jellyfish Lake snorkeling (Eil Malk)Rock Islands kayakingMilky Way mud bathWWII relics tourNgardmau Waterfall hike

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Belau National Museum
  • Etpison Museum
  • Bai ra Irrai traditional meeting house

Non-Diver Score

7/10

Good topside options for non-diving companions.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifemoderate

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber10 km — Belau National Hospital Hyperbaric Chamber, Koror
Nearest Hospital10 km

Chamber on-island in Koror; serious cases evacuated to Guam, Manila, or Honolulu

Skill LevelAdvanced
Current Strengthstrong

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