Palau

Palau is a 400 mile long archipelago that harbors one of the world’s greatest concentrations of corals, fish and other marine life. It has amazing topography above the water and stunning formations below.

Faces Facts

Climate: Palau enjoys a pleasantly warm climate all year round with a annual average temperature of 28°C(82°F). The heaviest rainfall takes place between July and October.

Best time to dive: November to April

What you can see: Manta rays, sharks, and plenty of reef fish in an assortment of colors. Also the unique jelly fish lake.

Visibility: 25-40m++ (82-130ft.)

Water Temperature: 28-30°C (82-86°F)

Languages Spoken: English and Palauan

Currency: United States Dollar (USD)

ATM’s and Banks: ATM’s and banks are very limited.

Time Zone: UTC+9

Voltage: 115V/60HZ (North American Plug)

Health Regulations: Please consult your doctor or nearest health authorities for up-to-date medical travel information well before departure.

Visa Requirements: British, Australian, Canadian, American and other EU nationals are not required to have a visa and are issued one on arrival that is valid for 30 days.(American nationals are permitted to stay up to one year visa free) Nationals not referred to above are advised to contact the embassy/high commission to check visa requirements. For more up to date information on visa requirements check www.visit-palau.com

Top Tip

Explore the capital Koror, the busiest center in the islands and home to the Palau National Museum. Visit Jellyfish Lake and swim with millions of jelly fish who having been cut off from the ocean, no longer have their stings.