Check into your Koror hotel. Relax and explore the immediate local area around your accommodation.
Dedicate these days to diving (2-3 dives per day) covering famous sites like Blue Corner or German Channel. Substitute with additional snorkeling trips or relaxation if not diving.
Take a full-day Rock Islands snorkeling tour, visiting Jellyfish Lake, Milky Way, and various other snorkel sites.
Arrange a land tour of Babeldaob. This includes Ngardmau Falls, the ancient Stone Monoliths, and a visit to the Ngerulmud Capital.
Option for a day trip to Peleliu for WWII history exploration and/or additional diving. Alternatively, enjoy another dive day or free time.
Focus on diving the main sites around Koror and the Rock Islands. Include multiple dive packages (e.g., 5-6 dive days) to explore the diverse underwater world.
Dedicate one full day to Rock Islands snorkeling and another to land exploration of Babeldaob.
Explore outer islands. Consider spending 2-3 days in Peleliu for its history, or Kayangel/Angaur for a distinct cultural experience.
Include more specialized dives, like wreck dives or specific current dives.
Allow for relaxation, local interaction, and contingency time for weather or unforeseen changes.
Explore Koror's museums, visit Peleliu WWII battlefields, and tour Babeldaob historical sites. A 3-day itinerary covers these aspects.
Try local eateries in Koror, sampling fresh seafood and traditional root crops. Visit the public market for fresh produce.
Plan 5-7 days of dedicated diving, exploring wrecks, drift dives, and specific creature encounters. Supplement this with kayaking in the calm lagoons.
Focus on the tranquility of the Rock Islands. Experience the natural mud bath at Milky Way for an unique wellness treatment. Some resorts offer spa services for relaxation.
Visit the Belau National Museum to see storyboards and traditional artifacts. Seek out traditional 'bai' (men's meeting houses) for architectural appreciation.
Focus on snorkeling in calm lagoons. Visit the PICRC Aquarium, educational and engaging for children. Plan gentle boat trips, mindful of duration.
Always check local advisories and entry requirements before travel. Weather conditions can change rapidly in the Pacific.
Palau is not a common destination for long-term stays due to visa limitations for most nationalities.
The relatively high cost of living factors into longer stays.
Visits typically focus on tourism, especially diving, for periods of 1-2 weeks.
If considering a longer stay, research visa extension possibilities with the Bureau of Immigration in Koror.
Advance planning and communication are advisable for extended stays.
This timeframe makes comprehensive exploration available for longer-term visitors.
Palau is very safe for solo travelers. Meeting other travelers is easy, especially on dive boats and group tours. Many dive operators cater to solo divers, simplifying dive buddy finding.
For groups, consider booking private boat charters for Rock Islands tours or dive trips. This gives flexibility and comfort. Book group accommodations and dining reservations well in advance.
Infrastructure for those with mobility impairments remains very limited. Contact tour operators and accommodations directly to discuss specific needs and limitations before booking. Refer to Section 13.4.
Always verify current operating hours and availability.
