

Best for beginner divers, 30-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Barnum's Wall is a reef wall located off the Ngemelis Islands in Palau. This drift dive site features a wall dropping to depths of 30 to 40 metres. Divers can expect moderate currents, though these can strengthen, requiring careful attention to dive computers and proximity to guides. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Marine life recorded at the site includes wrasses, which are common, alongside uncommon sightings of spotfin lionfish, clown triggerfish, moorish idol, soldierfish, and emperor. Access is strictly by boat, and divers should maintain close proximity to their vessel during entry and exit due to the current.
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Check current conditions with your operator before the dive, as the current can spike beyond moderate and the wall drops deep quickly. Keep a surface marker buoy ready for your ascent, since boat pickup in a drift site depends on being visible at the surface.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
30-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
Divers regularly encounter wrasses at this site. Other species recorded here include the spotfin lionfish, clown triggerfish, moorish idol, soldierfish, and emperor.
Yes, the site is rated for beginner divers, though the wall drops to 30 to 40 metres and currents can strengthen beyond moderate levels.
Barnum's Wall is a boat-only dive site. You must coordinate with your operator for boat entry and exit, and keep a surface marker buoy ready for your ascent.
The site experiences moderate currents that can spike, and visibility ranges between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent between 28C and 30C throughout the year.
Hazards include strong currents, entanglement risks, and the presence of sharks. Divers should maintain a safe distance from sharks and stay close to their boat during entry and exit.
Diving at Barnum's Wall in Kloulklubed requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Barnum's Wall in Kloulklubed. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Barnum's Wall in Kloulklubed are January, February, March, April, May, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Barnum's Wall in Kloulklubed has depths ranging from 30 metres to 40 metres.