Supports the depth band, wall-and-slope layout, drift profile, coral growth, and marine life mix.
Cabbage Patch is Yap's colorful drift wall dive.
Cabbage Patch is Yap's colorful drift wall dive.
A local Yap operator is the practical way to time the drift and manage the channel-side flow.
Cabbage Patch is a Yap reef wall where bright lettuce coral, hard coral, and a gentle slope make a relaxed but fishy drift dive. The site runs along a vertical wall and fissures that hold current, so divers move with the flow while watching the coral heads and the open water beyond. Plan for tide-aware timing and a guided entry, because the best run keeps the current manageable and the wall color in view.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 30m
Depth Note
Cabbage Patch runs from the shallow coral top to the deeper slope in the 5-30 m band.
Best Season
Year-round; Yap is a steady dive destination, with tidal timing more important than a narrow season window.
Typical Conditions
Clear water, mild-to-moderate current, and a drift profile that can sharpen around the big wall fissures.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Currents are present and can be strong; plan the dive accordingly and be prepared for encounters with sharks and other large marine life.
Access Restrictions
Best for divers comfortable with gentle drift conditions and small current changes near the wall fissures.
Legal Notes
No special public legal restriction surfaced; follow local dive guidance and reef etiquette.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A relaxed wall-and-slope dive with drift timing, coral heads for shelter, and enough current to keep the site lively without forcing a full-on channel run.
Freediving
Not a freedive site if you want the full wall and drift profile; it is best handled as a scuba dive.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the shallow top of the reef; the main wall and animal action are below the surface.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Research Sources
Supports the depth band, wall-and-slope layout, drift profile, coral growth, and marine life mix.
Supports local boat support and the practical role of a Yap operator.
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