What Makes WT’s Palau Special?
Exclusive Camping Experience – Our private beach camps move with us from island to island, getting us away from the resort crowds! They are complete with walk-in tents, bathroom facilities, and an alfresco dining area.
Itinerary Design – With over 20 years experience in Palau, we have perfected every aspect of our itinerary—planning around the moon and tide cycles so we visit each location at the ideal time.
Expert Trip Leaders – Our Trip Leaders grew up in Palau and are true experts in these wondrous islands.
Limited to 9 Travelers – With an intimate group size your Trip Leaders and support boat are always nearby, giving you a chance to ask questions and snorkel at your own pace. The experience will be personalized to you!
Overview
Enter an aquamarine world of old-growth coral gardens, saltwater waterfalls, and outer-reef “drop-offs” teeming with brilliant tropical fish. Snorkel over the wreck of a Zero fighter plane from World War II, paddle across the cream-colored waters of the Milky Way Lagoon, kayak beneath mangrove canopies draped with hanging orchids, and learn about Palau’s rich culture. On this unique WT adventure, our Trip Leaders are natural teachers and Palau’s phenomenally scenic Rock Islands provide a stunning backdrop. Our deluxe private beach camps offer special access to this natural history paradise, along with barbecues and crimson sunsets.
Everything about this trip was fantastic! The resort was beautiful, the camps beyond expectations, the staff so knowledgeable and helpful. And Palau, WOW! I hadn't expected such an abundance of beauty. The coral and the fish were a sight to behold.
— Sally L., Oakland, CA
Itinerary at a Glance
Days 1-4
Koror / Babeldaob Island / Rock Islands / Nikko Bay / Risong Bay
On volcanic Babeldaob Island, we hike to a magnificent waterfall and learn about ancient Palauan culture as we visit a traditional men’s meeting house. Heading to the celebrated Rock Islands, with their extraordinary marine lakes, we explore Nikko Bay, paddling over ancient coral forests. Risong Bay is filled with isolated turquoise bays, and we’ll snorkel in the Blue Devil Gardens, where schools of blue devil damselfish shimmer between the corals.
Days 5-6
Einstein’s Garden / Long Lake
Snorkeling over a World War II Zero fighter airplane in shallow waters is a thrill, and we’ll explore multicolored Einstein’s Garden (named for its proliferation of giant lobophyllia brain corals). Kayaking through mangroves brings us into mile-long Long Lake, a nursery for baby eagle rays and turtles.
Days 7-10
Jellyfish Lake / Big Drop-Off / Peleliu
Millions of stingless jellyfish await us at Jellyfish Lake—and snorkeling among them is surreal. At the Big Drop-Off (Palau’s legendary Ngemelis Wall), we find a kaleidoscopic world of tube sponges, Moorish idols, pyramid butterflyfish, sergeant majors, and yellowtail fusiliers. After visiting World War II battle sites on Peleliu, return to Koror and depart on Day 10, or extend to search for Palau’s “Big Five” marine species.
Palau Snorkeling and Sea Kayaking
Highlights
Highlights
Details
Snorkeling, easy to moderate sea kayaking (3-5 hours a day), easy hikes, exploration by boat
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