Palau is one of the most extraordinary diving spots on
this planet. Far to the southwest of Micronesia the Republic of Belau (the traditional
name) consists of an archipelago of 343 islands, spread north to south over
100 miles form the atoll of Kayangel to the island of Angaur plus five tiny
islands, known as the southwest islands.
Palau's profuse, unspoiled reefs offer a wealth of marine life, coral formations
and wrecks. Dives begin in knee deep water and plunge straight down to depths
of 1000 feet and more.
Blue holes, huge caverns and an immense variety of rare and exotic marine species
are easily accessible in clear water with visibility exceeding 200 feet. Vast
numbers, not found anywhere else in the world, of large pelagic predators, sharks,
turtles, dolphins and many species of migratory fish gather here at a unique
crossroads of three of the world's major ocean currents. Land locked marine
lakes, accessible from the sea through tunnels beneath the island's steep shorelines,
are home to rare jelly fish, anemones and soft corals.
Palau's famed "Rock Islands" are a collection of rounded, foliage-covered
isles which seem to float above the surface of the water. A boat trip through
them will reveal a number of magnificent white sand beach hideaways perfect
for a secluded picnic or adventurous overnight stay. Below the water's surface,
divers and snorkelers are treated to a diverse technicolor paradise of fabulous
drop-offs, blue holes , breathtaking reefs, crystal caves and World War II wrecks.
Diving & Snorkeling
Palau offers an enormous number of diversified diving experiences not duplicated
anywhere else in the world. There are over 100 different dive sites in and around the 90
mile coral lagoon and adjacent islands.
Palau was named the Number One Underwater Wonder of the World by CEDAM -- a group of
marine scientists and conservationists.
Over 1300 types of fish inhabit the region, including manta rays, barracuda, sharks and
giant clams.
The world famous Rock Islands are a divers "must" with magnificent wall diving
at such legendary sites as Blue Corner, Ngmelis Drop-off, Blue Hole and Peleliu Corner.
Because of the clarity of the waters, snorkeling is excellent in or near almost all of the
famous dive sites of Palau.
There are a number of sightseeing tours available to visitors, including:
Carp Island Resort
Carp Island Resort, located on Ngercheu Island, sanctuary to frigate birds,
white egrets and a variety of additional bird life, near the fabulous Ngemelis
Dropoff, offers panoramic views of the Rock Islands. White sand beaches, littered
with seashells, lure sunbathers. Daily transfers, a one hour boat ride from
the city of Koror, depart the island at 8:00am and return at 4:00pm.
Comfortable accomodation ranges from individual bungalows, duplex seaside cottages
and the divehouse, dormitory style for the budget conscious traveler or diver.
The island restaurant offers a variety of choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Seafood specials must be requested 24 hours in advance.
Coral reefs teeming with brilliant marine life furnish world class diving for
every level of certification, and snorkelers, alike. Certification courses are
available at the dive center. Sports fishing excursions, bottom, casting and
trawling, are available.
Discover Palau with Sam's Dive Tours! Whether you are a novice or experienced diver,
let Sam's Dive Tours personalized service ensure your safety and satisfaction.
Sam's Dive Tours, an affiliated PADI resort, limits the number of divers per boat to
eight, well below the limits of other tour operators. This allows you the chance to see
less bubbles and fins, and more coral and fish.
Along with trips to award-winning sites like Blue Corner, Blue Holes and Big Drop Off,
discover exciting sites such as Devilfish City, Ulong Channel, Peleliu, and a wide variety
of spectacular wreck dives. Sam's original Land Tours by boat feature an array of exciting
excursions to Palau's beautiful Rock Islands and lush waterfalls, historic World War II
relics and monuments as well as ancient Yapese stone money and indigenous stone faces and
monoliths. ECO kayak tours with our marine biologist can be arranged upon request.
Adventure Kayaking Palau
At Adventure Kayaking we get intimate with the beauty of the Rock
Islands-the water, the birds, the corals, the fish, and the flora. We will investigate the
intricate workings of reef ecosystems. Black noddys and white terns will swoop and dive
for bait fish jumping in a silver rainbow while turtles and colorful reef fish dart
beneath your kayaks bow.
Adventure Kayaking of Palau, Inc. uses sturdy Sit-On-Top hard-shell designed for
snorkeling and diving. Because you sit on top of the kayak difficult maneuvers are
eliminated. Five minutes is all that is needed to learn the basics of kayaking. No
experience necessary!
You may choose from a selection of day or sunset tours and extended overnight packages
from 2 to 10 nights in duration. Group discounts are available for all services. Please
inquire for more information.
For more information about Micronesia
tour packages call 888-889-8100.
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