Palau
This nation of over 300 volcanic and lush green limestone islands and turquoise lagoons is among the most picturesque and unique in the Pacific Ocean. While Jellyfish Lake, world-class scuba diving and World War II history may steal the show, there are also tropical rainforest tours and mysterious stone monoliths to marvel at. For a nation consisting much more of water than land, Palau is very much an ocean-lover’s destination and a country that often leads the way in terms of marine conservation.
Divers come for the sharks, wrecks and healthy reefs and to experience an island lake full of stingless jellyfish. History buffs love the sites of battle like Peleliu that were of such importance in the war in the Pacific. A trip to this tiny Pacific country has many amazing elements to make it live long in the memory.
Recent Palau Articles
Diving with Harlequin Ghost Pipefish: Masters of Disguise
Divers of all kinds just love these fish. Colourful and distinctive, small and delicate, motionless and elongate, they blend in so well with their surroundings that they are near-impossible to find and divers practically drool over sightings. Amazing camouflage of...
Diving with Frogfish: the Obdurate Anglerfish
A pair of frogfish with amazing colouration in Kapalai, Malaysia. Photo Courtesy: Ketrick Chin Open any coffee table book of underwater photography and you are almost certain to see a few pages dedicated to the majestic frogfish. One of the critter kings, anglerfish...
Diving with Whale Sharks: the Largest Fish in the World
If you have been there then you know. If you haven’t, then it is difficult to describe the feeling of sharing the water with this, the biggest fish in the sea. More like a whale than a shark, these fish are right at the top of most divers “To...
Diving with Clownfish: Finding Nemo and Finding Out All About Him
Scuba divers have long held the clownfish close to their heart but in recent times, thanks to animated movies such as Finding Nemo, suddenly this little character of the coral reef has entered the mainstream consciousness. What is it about the clown fish that...
Diving with Barracuda – The Tiger of the Sea
Barracudas are perhaps one of the most feared marine creatures for non-divers but those in the know crave underwater encounters with these sleek and misunderstood creatures. However, many such scuba divers might agree that their villain appearance could send a shiver...
Diving with Bumphead Parrotfish – Bumping Coral Reefs into Balance
Finding yourself engulfed by a large school of bumphead parrotfish as they nonchalantly munch their way through acres of coral reef, is an experience not easily forgotten. Bumphead parrotfish in Raja Ampat. Photo Courtesy: Mermaid You may be busy inspecting the nooks...
Ready to dive into a paradise? Palau’s incredible marine life awaits!
Hey fellow scuba divers! If you’re looking for a destination that’s teeming with marine life, look no further thanPalau. This small archipelago in the Pacific Ocean is a haven for divers, with its clear waters, lively coral reefs, andincredible array of...
Planning a Dive Holiday? Learn About the Palau Eco Pledge
Is Palau on your radar as your next liveaboard diving holiday destination? Then be prepared to sign their Eco Pledge at immigration in order to obtain entry. This small island nation has a history of being serious about protecting their natural resources. 2009 the...
Palau to establish fishing-free ocean sanctuary
Palau may be leading the way in marine conservation. This can only be good news for this excellent dive destination, home to some of the best liveaboard experiences in the world . An article in the New Zealand Herald reports: “Palau created the world's first shark...