Federated States of Micronesia · Pohnpei
Palikir Pass
Best time to dive
January to December
What you might see
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- Manta rayLikely
- Napoleon wrasseLikely
- Pygmy seahorseLikely
- Sea turtleLikely
- SeahorseLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - No - a current-swept pass/channel dive, not a snorkel site
Safety notes
Strong currents and possible downcurrents in the channel; diver must be current-competent and dive with a local guide who knows tide timing
Permits & fees
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Kolonia (Pohnpei)
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.