Things to Do in Blue Corner

Blue Corner stands as one of Palau's most legendary dive sites, though calling it just a dive site feels like calling the Grand Canyon just a hole in the ground. Located at the southwestern tip of Ngemelis Island, this underwater pinnacle has earned its reputation as one of the world's premier shark diving destinations. The site gets its name from the deep blue water that surrounds the reef wall, which drops dramatically into the abyss. What makes Blue Corner genuinely special isn't just the marine life - though you'll likely encounter more sharks here than you've ever seen in one place - but the sheer intensity of the experience. The current can be fierce, which is exactly what draws the pelagic species that make this site famous. The diving here operates on nature's schedule, not yours. When conditions align - strong incoming current, good visibility, and a bit of luck - Blue Corner delivers encounters that will fundamentally change how you think about the ocean. Gray reef sharks patrol in organized formations, white tips glide along the bottom, and if you're particularly fortunate, hammerheads might appear from the blue. That said, this isn't a beginner's playground. The currents demand respect and proper technique, but for experienced divers, Blue Corner represents something close to diving perfection.

Koror offers a surprisingly diverse dining scene that reflects Palau's multicultural influences. You'll find everything from traditional Palauan dishes featuring fresh fish and taro to Japanese restaurants serving excellent sushi - particularly good given Palau's historical connections to Japan. Many dive operators actually include lunch in their Blue Corner dive packages, often served on remote beaches between dives. For dinner after long dive days, local favorites include Kramer's Restaurant for international cuisine and Bem Ermii for authentic Palauan cooking. The seafood is obviously exceptional, with many restaurants serving fish caught that same day.

Blue Corner diving is possible year-round, but conditions vary significantly with seasons and weather patterns. December through April generally offers the most consistent conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, though this is also peak season with higher prices and more crowded dive boats. The shoulder seasons of May-June and September-November can provide excellent diving with fewer crowds, though you might encounter more variable weather. Currents are strongest during new and full moon phases, which actually creates better shark viewing opportunities for experienced divers who can handle the conditions.