

Best for intermediate divers, 3-40m, boat entry, strong current.
German Channel is a man-made passage through the reef at Ngemelis Islands, Palau, functioning as a natural funnel for strong currents. This drift dive ranges from 3 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Divers encounter a variety of marine life including Napoleon wrasse, barracuda, groupers, and various species of triggerfish, wrasses, and butterflyfish. Crocodile fish and crab-eye goby are also present. Due to the strong currents and boat traffic, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Boat access is required, and dives typically last 60 minutes. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, with water temperatures between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius.
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Time your dive to coincide with an incoming tide, which pushes nutrient-rich water through the channel and tends to produce the most active fish behaviour. Boat traffic above the site is constant, so always surface with a DSMb and stay close to your guide when ascending.
Access is typically via boat from dive centres based on Malakal Island or Koror Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
Divers regularly encounter Napoleon wrasse, barracuda, groupers, Moorish idols, and various wrasses. Other species recorded include Bluefaced angelfish, Crocodile fish, Crab-eye goby, Redtooth triggerfish, Pinktail triggerfish, and Eastern triangular butterflyfish.
No, German Channel is classified as an intermediate dive site due to the strong currents and depths reaching 40 metres.
The site ranges from 3 to 40 metres deep, with an average depth of 18 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 37 kilometres from shore.
While the site is primarily a drift dive, the shallow sections are 3 metres deep. However, the strong currents and constant boat traffic make it better suited for experienced divers.
Diving at German Channel in Koror requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at German Channel in Koror. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit German Channel in Koror are January, February, March, April, May, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at German Channel in Koror should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
German Channel in Koror can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at German Channel in Koror typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.