Palau is a diver's and adventurer's dream: a cluster of volcanic islands surrounded by near-pristine coral walls, hidden lagoons filled with golden jellyfish, and a handful of upscale lodges catering to those seeking exclusive tropical wilderness. A compact, high-impact trip.
Land at Roman Tmetuchl International; transfer by boat (20 min) to Palau Pacific Resort.
Check into overwater bungalow. Snorkel the house reef 10 metres from your deck.
Sunset from your bungalow; dinner of mahi-mahi and local vegetables at the resort.
Boat to Eil Malk Island; kayak into Jellyfish Lake (unique to Palau). Swim among 10 million stingless golden jellyfish.
Snorkel Peleliu's pristine coral gardens; spot eagle rays and giant clams.
Return to resort. Masseur on your deck at sunset before dinner.
Full-day guided boat excursion to Blue Corner reef wall (35 min offshore). Divers descend to 30m; snorkelers stay at 5–12m with guide.
Explore German Channel and Peleliu's soft coral gardens on return route.
Return before sunset. Dinner on the resort's beachfront terrace; rest and decompress.
Boat transfer back to Roman Tmetuchl International (20 min); early flight checkout.
Depart Palau.
In transit.