Palau · Ngemelis Island, full length

Big Drop-Off

Also known as: Big Dropoff

Best time to dive

January to December

What you might see

  • Grey reef sharkLikely
  • Sea turtleLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Open Water

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - shallow reef top is good for snorkeling

Safety notes

Minimal - occasional current shifts

Permits & fees

PPEF (USD 100 via airfare) plus RISL entry permit, Koror State - VERIFY current amount

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.