

Best for beginner divers, 7-8m, boat entry.
Mysterious Cove is a shallow reef site located in the Rock Islands of Palau. The site maintains a consistent depth of 7 to 8 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Access is by boat only, and visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Divers should be cautious of sharp coral and rocks when navigating the reef structure. Due to active boat traffic in the area, it is essential to deploy a surface marker buoy upon ascent. Species recorded around this area include Napoleon Wrasse, Mandarinfish, Regal Angelfish, Harlequin Sweetlips, Banded Pipefish, Giant Moray, Clown Triggerfish, Day Octopus, various wrasses, butterflyfish, and Bluefin Trevally.
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Watch where you place your hands and fins, as the coral and rocks are sharp and easy to brush against in such shallow water. Boat traffic in the Rock Islands can be busy, so stay close to your guide when ascending and always surface with your safety sausage deployed.
Boat access required for drift dives.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7-8m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Feb, Mar, Apr
Species recorded around this area include Napoleon Wrasse, Mandarinfish, Regal Angelfish, Harlequin Sweetlips, Banded Pipefish, Giant Moray, Clown Triggerfish, Day Octopus, various wrasses, butterflyfish, and Bluefin Trevally.
Yes, the shallow 7 to 8 metre depth makes this a suitable site for beginner divers.
The site has a consistent depth of 7 to 8 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; boat access is required.
While the site is primarily used for diving at depths of 7 to 8 metres, the shallow nature of the reef may allow for snorkelling, provided you remain aware of boat traffic.
Divers must watch for sharp coral and rocks. Due to busy boat traffic in the Rock Islands, always deploy a surface marker buoy upon ascent and stay close to your guide.
Diving at Mysterious Cove in Koror requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Mysterious Cove in Koror. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Mysterious Cove in Koror are February, March, and April. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Mysterious Cove in Koror typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.