Things to Do in Blue Corner

Blue Corner stands as one of Palau's most legendary dive sites, earning its reputation as a world-class destination for encountering pelagic marine life in their natural habitat. Located at the southwestern tip of Ngemelis Island, this underwater pinnacle creates a natural amphitheater where powerful currents converge, bringing nutrient-rich waters that attract an incredible diversity of sharks, rays, and large fish species. The site's unique topography features a sloping coral wall that drops into deep blue water, creating the perfect conditions for the dramatic marine encounters that have made Blue Corner a bucket-list destination for divers worldwide. What sets this location apart isn't just the abundance of marine life, but the predictable nature of the encounters - gray reef sharks patrol the current-swept corner in impressive numbers, while eagle rays glide through the blue and occasional hammerheads make appearances in the deeper waters.

Dining options are limited to what's available in Koror, as Blue Corner itself is a remote dive site with no facilities. Most dive operators provide lunch and refreshments as part of full-day dive packages, typically featuring local Palauan dishes or international options suitable for post-dive dining. The boat rides to and from Blue Corner usually include light snacks and beverages. For substantial meals, you'll rely on Koror's restaurant scene, which offers everything from local seafood specialties to international cuisine, with many establishments catering specifically to the diving community with hearty, satisfying meals perfect after a day of challenging diving.

Blue Corner diving is possible year-round, but conditions vary significantly with seasons and tidal patterns. The dry season from December to April generally offers the best visibility and calmest sea conditions, though currents can be stronger during this period. Wet season diving from May to November brings slightly reduced visibility but often more diverse marine life activity. Tidal timing is crucial - the best diving typically occurs during incoming tides when currents bring in the most marine life, while slack tide periods may result in fewer shark sightings. Moon phases also affect current strength and marine behavior, with new moon periods often producing the strongest currents and most dramatic encounters.