Dive-site story
Situated along the western barrier reef of Palau near the Ngemelis complex, New Drop Off features a dramatic vertical precipice dropping into the abyss. The site sits where tidal currents sweep over the shelf, concentrating nutrient-rich ocean water that attracts large pelagics. Divers typically drift along the wall among sprawling gorgonians and soft corals, occasionally hooking in at the corner to watch predator action.
Sheer vertical wall blanketed with massive sea fans and colorful soft corals
Regular shark patrols cruising close along the shelf edge
Exciting drift diving conditions driven by incoming tidal currents
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Palau's dry season offers the calmest sea conditions and most consistent visibility.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grey reef sharkCarcharhinus amblyrhynchos | Common | ||||||||||||
| Whitetip reef sharkTriaenodon obesus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Napoleon wrasseCheilinus undulatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bigeye trevallyCaranx sexfasciatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Hawksbill sea turtleEretmochelys imbricata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blackfin barracudaSphyraena qenie | Common |
Marine forecast
Book with DIVEROUT
