Palau · Western lagoon
Amatsu Maru
Also known as: Amatzu Maru / Black Coral Wreck
Best time to dive
January to December; November to April
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - Not suitable; a deep wreck dive
Safety notes
Deep profile (up to 40m) demanding proper certification and gas planning; reduced visibility at the stern; wreck penetration hazards from twisted, deteriorated metal; no mooring/marker buoy
Permits & fees
Koror State Rock Islands permit required (approx. $50 per person, valid 5 days)
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Koror
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.