
Palau · Ulong Island
Ulong Sandbar
Also known as: Ulong Sand Bar
Best time to dive
January to December
What you might see
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- Manta rayPossible
- Nurse sharkLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Open Water
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Excellent; the sandbar and shallow reef are a well-known snorkeling and picnic stop
Safety notes
Minimal given no current and shallow depth; standard boat-traffic and sun exposure caution on the exposed sandbar
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.

