NgerekebesangNgerekebesang at a Glance
About Ngerekebesang
Ngerekebesang is an inhabited island in the state of Koror, Republic of Palau, located within the lagoon near Koror Island. It contains residential settlements and local infrastructure that serve the nearby urban and administrative areas.
The island forms part of the closely spaced island network that makes up Koror’s settled lagoon, and it is connected by local boat routes and short road links to adjacent islands and the main commercial centres. Local land use is primarily residential with associated community services.
As part of Koror state, Ngerekebesang sits within Palau’s compact island geography and is accessible from the larger population centres of Koror by short water or road connections depending on local routes. It lies within the central island group of the country.
- Location within Koror: The island is part of Koror state and lies within Koror’s lagoon system, close to the main urban areas of Koror town.
Best Time to Visit Ngerekebesang
Best visited in the dry season for diving and boat trips; year-round tropical climate means warm water and humidity.
Weather & Climate near Ngerekebesang
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (3556 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 22° - 29° | 25° | 275 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 23° - 29° | 26° | 218 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 23° - 30° | 27° | 197 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 24° - 31° | 27° | 222 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 24° - 31° | 27° | 277 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 23° - 30° | 27° | 416 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 23° - 30° | 26° | 419 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 23° - 30° | 26° | 360 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 23° - 30° | 26° | 287 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 23° - 30° | 26° | 325 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 23° - 30° | 26° | 266 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 22° - 29° | 25° | 294 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
How to Get to Ngerekebesang
Ngerekebesang is accessible by boat or short taxi from Koror’s main wharves; some resort transfers include private boats. Walking between villages on the island is straightforward.
Tips for Visiting Ngerekebesang
- If visiting multiple islands, check ferry schedules-connections to Koror and other islands can be infrequent.
- Respect local villages on Ngerekebesang Island; some areas are residential and not intended for tourists.
- Bring reef-safe sunscreen if planning to snorkel-local reefs are fragile.