

Best for beginner divers, 10-15m, boat entry.
The Coastal Patrol Boat is a compact wreck located in the Rock Islands, Palau, resting at depths between 10 and 15 metres. This site is accessible by boat and offers visibility ranging from 20 to 40 metres. Divers can observe various marine life including wrasses, groupers, soldierfish, rabbitfish, bigeyes, emperors, cardinalfish, and clown triggerfish. The site also hosts flatworms, sea squirts, snails, and hard coral. Due to sharp edges on the hull and surrounding coral, divers should maintain buoyancy to avoid entanglement and injury. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving, with water temperatures typically between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius.
7.28640, 134.41070
Watch your buoyancy carefully around the wreck, as sharp edges on the hull and nearby coral can catch fins and equipment. Entanglement is a real risk near any enclosed sections, so stay close to your guide and avoid pushing into confined spaces without proper training.
The site is located west of Koror and is accessed by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-15m
Visibility
20-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
50 min
Divers can encounter wrasses, groupers, soldierfish, rabbitfish, bigeyes, emperors, cardinalfish, and clown triggerfish. Other observed life includes flatworms, sea squirts, snails, and hard coral.
Yes, the Coastal Patrol Boat is considered suitable for beginner divers due to its manageable depth and generally calm conditions.
The wreck sits at a depth of 10 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat charter is required to reach the site.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallow depth of the wreck may allow for snorkelling, though boat access is required.
Diving at Coastal Patrol Boat in Koror requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Coastal Patrol Boat in Koror. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Divers at Coastal Patrol Boat in Koror should be aware of lionfish, sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Visibility at Coastal Patrol Boat in Koror typically ranges from 20 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.