

Best for technical divers, 75-80m, boat entry, strong current.
The USS Perry is a technical wreck dive located 700 metres off the Ngemelis Islands in Palau. Resting at depths between 75 and 80 metres, the site requires advanced decompression planning and strict gas management. Divers encounter strong currents that necessitate careful buoyancy control and positioning. The wreck presents an overhead environment, requiring appropriate penetration protocols. Visibility is typically around 30 metres, allowing for a clear view of the structure during descent. Access to the site is by boat only, and divers should coordinate with charter crews to monitor shifting tidal currents. This site is strictly for experienced technical divers.
6.95700, 134.17167
Plan your decompression schedule conservatively before the dive, as the strong current can push you off your ascent line and extend bottom time unexpectedly. Confirm current direction and strength with your liveaboard or charter crew on the day, as conditions at Ngemelis shift with the tide.
Access is by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
75-80m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Technical
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-27°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
75 min
Best Time
Feb, Mar, Apr
No, this site is intended for technical divers due to the significant depth of 75 to 80 metres and the presence of an overhead environment.
The wreck lies at an average depth of 75 metres, with the site profile extending to 80 metres.
The USS Perry requires boat access to navigate the strong currents present in the area.
Key hazards include the significant depth, decompression requirements, overhead environment of the wreck, and strong currents.
Diving at USS Perry in Peleliu requires the following certifications: Advanced, Technical. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at USS Perry in Peleliu. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit USS Perry in Peleliu are February, March, and April. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
USS Perry in Peleliu can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at USS Perry in Peleliu typically ranges from 30 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.