When is the best time to dive Nagisan Maru?

The typical diving season is October to May. Conditions vary year to year, so confirm locally before booking.

Is Nagisan Maru good for snorkelling?

Not really - this is a scuba site rather than a snorkelling spot.

Colorful coral reefs thriving underwater, showcasing marine biodiversity and vibrant aquatic life.

Palau · Rock Islands lagoon

Nagisan Maru

Best time to dive

October to May

What you might see

BarracudaPossible

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

Certification & difficulty

Technical - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Not a snorkel site - Not suitable - main deck at ~85 ft (26 m)

Safety notes

Live/unstable ammunition present on the wreck - divers must not touch or disturb it due to explosion risk; bomb and fire damage destabilizing structure; sunk March 1944 during Operation Desecrate One while carrying aviation fuel and oil

Permits & fees

Rock Island Use Permit required, $50/visitor, valid 10 days, issued by Koror State

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.