Peleliu Wall - Rock Islands

Peleliu Wall offers some serious diving, usually kicking off near Peleliu Cut. We’ve found ourselves hooking in around 10 meters, immediately met by grey reef sharks, whitetips, and schools of jacks and barracuda swirling past. As you descend towards 30 meters, the wall itself becomes a labyrinth of small caverns and indentations, decorated with massive sea fans and plenty of black coral. Currents here can be absolutely ripping, so it’s definitely one for divers comfortable with a fast drift and good buoyancy control.

Location
Rock Islands, Palau, Central & South Pacific
Coordinates
6.983300, 134.250000
Type
wall
Maximum Depth
10-30m

Marine Protected Area: Coastal State Waters

Best Time to Dive in Rock Islands

The warmest water temperatures in Rock Islands occur in October, averaging 30.0°C. The coolest conditions are in February at 28.4°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.8°C
  • February: 28.4°C
  • March: 28.8°C
  • April: 29.3°C
  • May: 29.8°C
  • June: 29.9°C
  • July: 29.8°C
  • August: 29.7°C
  • September: 29.9°C
  • October: 30.0°C
  • November: 29.9°C
  • December: 29.6°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Rock Islands

Nearest Dive Centres to Peleliu Wall

Marine Life in Rock Islands

Home to 198 recorded species including 171 reef fish, 15 sea cucumbers, 4 clams & mussels, 4 sea snails & nudibranchs, 2 starfish, 1 sea urchins.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Peleliu Wall

Based on average water temperature of 29.5°C, currents 13 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 30°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical depth range for diving at Peleliu Wall?
The typical depth range for diving at Peleliu Wall is between 10 and 30 meters. Divers can explore various features within this range, from shallower areas where you hook on to deeper caverns and indentations.
What kind of marine life and underwater features can divers expect to see at Peleliu Wall?
At Peleliu Wall, divers can expect to encounter a high concentration of marine life, including grey reef sharks, whitetip sharks, jacks, and barracuda. The site also features impressive underwater topography with caverns and indentations adorned with vibrant sea fans and black corals.
How difficult is the Peleliu Wall dive site, and what level of diving experience is recommended?
Peleliu Wall is rated as an intermediate dive site. This is primarily due to the strong currents that are commonly encountered here. Divers should have experience managing currents and be comfortable with drift diving techniques.
What is the best time of year to dive Peleliu Wall for optimal conditions and marine encounters?
The provided data does not specify the best time of year for optimal conditions or marine encounters at Peleliu Wall. For general information on seasonal diving in the region, you might consult our When to Dive section for Palau.
Are there any specific diving certifications or minimum logged dives required to dive Peleliu Wall?
While the provided data does not explicitly state specific diving certifications or minimum logged dives, the intermediate difficulty of Peleliu Wall implies that divers should be certified beyond entry-level. Experience with strong currents is highly recommended for a safe and enjoyable dive.
What are the typical current conditions and visibility like at Peleliu Wall, and are reef hooks necessary?
Peleliu Wall is known for its strong currents, which are a common feature of the dive. Divers often begin by hooking on around 10 meters, suggesting that reef hooks are indeed necessary for managing these conditions and observing marine life. The provided data does not specify typical visibility.