palau
ITINERARY
Palau is on most dive bucket lists and is regularly voted one of the best places in the world to dive. This archipelago is one of most diverse dive locations and an Insider Divers Classic. You will dive currents, sharky corners, caves, wrecks and fabulous reefs.
It is the perfect time to visit as this is the season for the Manta Ray feeding at German Channel, a behaviour that is only witnessed in few places of the world. And as a super special we will offer the unique possibility to see Red Snapper spawning.
DATES
05/2 to 12/02/2025
05/2 to 12/02/2026
Join us for a week of deluxe liveaboard diving all the best sites at the best times, avoiding the day boat crowds.
THE REGION
Join Insider Divers to our favorite destination - Palau. Home to the healthiest reefs with the most radical marine life in Asia. We will be travelling aboard the majestic S/Y Black pearl and visit all parts of this magical archipelago.
Palau has been protecting their reefs from the 1990s - the quality of the coral and sheer quantities of fish is testament to that. Also, in 2009 Palau was one of the first to declare their reefs a shark sanctuary, which is why you will seeing more sharks than anywhere else in Asia.
THE DIVING
During our trip we will dive mostly 3 times a day, starting with very early morning dives to catch the activity of the early morning. You will dive the famous dive sites like Blue Holes, Blue Corner, Ulong Channel, as well as lesser known sites. The famous Chandelier Cave is part of the itinerary as well as the massive Siaes Tunnel. We will dive at least 3 or 4 WWII Japanese wrecks including Iro Maru, Chuyo Maru and Teshio Maru. Also part of the tour is Peleliu Island in the very south which hosts some of the most entertaining corner dives. There will be opportunities for specific dives like black water night dives depending on weather conditions.
Needless to say we will also visit the mystical Jellyfish Lake, where you will swim amongst millions of football sized jellyfish that don't sting.
Very special in this time of the year is the Manta Rays in German Channel. Only in January and February the nutrients are so condensed on the incoming tide that Mantas feed here for hours. You can get within touching distance of barrel feeding giant rays - an amazing experience.
Check out the blog from our 2019 trip or from our 2018 trip.
Special - REd snapper SPAWN
Only in Palau can one witness the explosive event that occurs at full moon when tens of thousands of red snapper come together to spawn. It is a wild experience that also attracts a lot of sharks!
THE BOAT
The Black pearl is the newest and fanciest liveaboard in Palau. On this Yacht-style liveaboard you can enjoy the lavish space indoor and outdoors as well as in your luxury rooms that feature individual AC, spacious private bathrooms and flat screen TVs. There is a huge jacuzzi as well as a camera room and lots of places to relax.
With a huge outdoor dive deck everyone has a lot of space for their personal belongings. The crew will bring your gear onto the speed boats so all you need to do is hop on and enjoy the beautiful ride to the dive sites.
Black pearl
matt boyle
A seasoned expert in underwater exploration, with over 12 years of experience navigating the Pacific's islands and waters. With a deep passion for discovering the ocean's secrets, Matt has conducted over 6,000 dives, exploring diverse ecosystems from Antarctica to Indonesia. His expertise extends to guiding technical diving expeditions and exploring deep reefs and shipwrecks. Known for his communication skills, empathy, and enthusiasm, Matt enhances the value of every voyage, leaving passengers inspired to embark on future adventures with him at the helm.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
SALMA
What a fantastic experience we had in Palau! This was my second trip with Insider Divers and it delivered again. I absolutely loved the variety of dives we got to experience, and we made some incredible underwater encounters. We learned so much about what we saw both under and above water thanks to Matt and Simon. Simon is very generous with advice and direction, and although I was one of the most junior guests on this trip, I always felt really encouraged by the group of friendly and conscious divers he brought together. I've been back three weeks already, but my mind is still in Palau!
ROBERTO
Diving trips with Insider Divers are the best! You get extra contents, lot of fun, and develop knowledge about diving, marine life and nature. You’re sure to be diving in the best place in the right moment of the year and with reliable operators. As a pro-diver myself, I am also very glad that safety is always a priority!
After Palau, Fiji, Red Sea and Tubbataha…I can’t wait for the next trip!
MARCOS
I had the opportunity to join Insider Divers for the Palau dive trip. It was just an amazing experience and an unforgettable life event! The crew was always there for us, Simon had amazing dive spots and awesome guidance. I still dream of an underwater shark paradise and the rich variety of species and untouched nature. Breathtaking!
Unique trip, awesome crew, best guidance and service. Looking forward do next experience!