Dive-site story
Located in the sheltered waters behind Ngerchong Island, this site features a gentle slope dominated by expansive fields of branching staghorn and table corals. Unlike its oceanic counterpart on the outer reef, the protected lagoon setting keeps currents manageable and surface conditions calm. Divers often drift quietly over sandy channels to search for camouflaged invertebrates, juvenile fish hiding within the coral thickets, and resting reef sharks.
Extensive hard coral gardens featuring dense thickets of staghorn and foliose coral
Frequent encounters with broadclub cuttlefish hovering near the coral heads
Calm, protected lagoon topography suitable for macro photography and relaxed observation
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Palau experiences drier weather and calm seas during these months, though the site remains sheltered year-round.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadclub cuttlefishSepia latimanus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Whitetip reef sharkTriaenodon obesus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Banded sea kraitLaticauda colubrina | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mandarin fishSynchiropus splendidus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Hawksbill sea turtleEretmochelys imbricata | Common |
Marine forecast
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