

Best for advanced divers, 18-40m, boat entry, strong current.
Kolalen Pass is a drift dive site in Majuro Atoll, characterised by a reef wall and strong currents. The site features depths ranging from 18 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 29 metres. Divers must access the site by boat. The topography includes an overhead environment with wreckage and swim-through sections, requiring appropriate training for penetration. Visibility typically ranges from 20 to 40 metres. Due to the strong currents and potential for boat traffic, a surface marker buoy is essential. Divers should confirm tidal timing with their boat operator to ensure safe conditions. This site is suited for advanced divers.
7.15838, 171.17795
Current direction and strength at the pass can shift with the tide, so confirm the day's timing with your boat operator before entering. A surface marker buoy is essential given the drift profile and boat traffic in the atoll.
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Depth
18-40m
Visibility
20-40m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Nov, Dec
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the strong currents and the presence of overhead environments like wreckage and swim-throughs.
The site ranges from 18 to 40 metres in depth, with an average depth of 29 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; a boat is required to reach the pass.
The main hazards include strong currents and the presence of sharks. Additionally, the site contains overhead environments such as wreckage and swim-throughs that require specific training.
This site is classified as a dive site with depths starting at 18 metres and strong currents, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Kolalen Pass in Majuro requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Kolalen Pass in Majuro. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Kolalen Pass in Majuro are November and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Kolalen Pass in Majuro can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Kolalen Pass in Majuro typically ranges from 20 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.