Peleliu Wall (& Cut) - Rock Islands

The slow drift along Peleliu Wall is a powerful experience, not just for the diving but for the history. You’re tracing a reef where fierce currents often sweep through, right alongside an island that saw unimaginable conflict. We usually drop in where the reef slopes gently, letting the current carry us past deep cuts and overhangs. Keep an eye out for larger pelagics cruising by – we’ve often spotted grey reef sharks and schooling barracuda here, especially where the wall drops off into the blue. If the current really picks up, you might find yourself doing a speed run through the "Cut," a narrower channel that’s a real adrenaline shot. This one's for divers comfortable with a bit of a ride, definitely not a beginner's drift.

Location
Rock Islands, Palau, Central & South Pacific
Coordinates
6.983300, 134.233300
Type
wall

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 (& Cut)

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 (& Cut)

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