

Best for expert divers, 20-37m, boat entry.
Temple of Doom is a cave system located in the Ngemelis Islands, Palau. This site features a vertical profile ranging from 20 to 37 metres, with an average depth of 33 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is reserved for expert divers with cave certification. Visibility is consistently 30 metres, allowing for clear navigation of the overhead environment. Divers must manage air consumption carefully and maintain strict buoyancy control to avoid entanglement and contact with sharp coral. Strong currents and boat traffic are present, requiring careful planning and monitoring during ascent. Redundant lighting is recommended for all cave entries.
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Carry redundant lighting even though ambient visibility is excellent, as losing a torch inside the cave at 30-plus metres leaves no margin for error. Confirm your cave certification is current before booking, as operators at the dive shop will check credentials before allowing entry.
Located northwest of Ngemelis Island, accessible by boat from Koror.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-37m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Expert
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
30 min
There is no confirmed species data available for this specific site.
No, this site is for expert divers only and requires cave certification.
The site ranges from 20 to 37 metres, with an average depth of 33 metres.
This is a boat-only dive located 15 kilometres from the shore.
No, this is an expert-level cave dive that is not suitable for snorkelling.
Hazards include strong currents, boat traffic, deep water, entanglement risks, and an overhead cave environment with sharp coral.
Diving at Temple of Doom in Koror requires the following certifications: Advanced, Cave. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Temple of Doom in Koror. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Temple of Doom in Koror. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
Visibility at Temple of Doom in Koror typically ranges from 30 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.