Palau

Palau is famous for its abundance of pelagic action. Sharks, dolphins, turtles with a wide range of other species gather here with it’s converging currents. With its reefs, wrecks, holes and caverns, Palau is one of the worlds most extraordinary and diverse dive spots.

Home to Jellyfish Lake and the pristine Rock Islands, the warm waters of Palau is home to over 1500 species of fish, and 700 species of coral. Rich in tradition and history, the republic of Palau’s friendly people ensure the ideal setting for your diving or island getaway. Generally unknown, Palau is also home to a selection of excellent World War Two wrecks.

PALAU PACIFIC RESORT

Is Palau’s premier resort, surrounded by the pristine and crystal blue waters of the Western Pacific. The Palau Pacific Resort combines the true spirit and culture of the islands with a superb 160 room boutique hotel. The resort features a private white sand beach with excellent snorkelling, freshwater outdoor swimming pool, a Jacuzzi overlooking the ocean, and caters for divers and non divers alike.

PALAU ROYAL RESORT

At the Palau Royal you will have access to your own private beach where you can relax on a lounge on the beautiful white sandy beach or go snorkelling or kayaking in the clear blue water. The resort also has a beautiful swimming pool with separate shallow pools for families with young children. The resort has its own fully equipped diving shop for all your diving needs. All the guest rooms have balconies where you can enjoy the view of the sparkling emerald sea, wavy palms and Palau's famous Rock Islands. You may also like to revitalise your body at the Mandara Spa situated in a stunningly beautiful environment and offering many world class treatments.

WEST PLAZA HOTELS

Palau’s West Plaza Hotel chain offers 134 rooms over 5 separate properties throughout Palau. Each room is air-conditioned and has private amenities, and is a comfortable option for your stay in Palau. Located throughout Palau, West Plaza Hotels have an option to satisfy any travellers requirements.

CLIFFSIDE HOTEL

Situated on a quiet hillside overlooking Koror and its bays, Cliffside Hotel is the best kept secret in Palau. Facilities include a comfortable cocktail lounge, full service restaurant, pool – with a pool bar – and a hot tub! Just a short drive from the towns centre and the dive shops, Cliffside Hotel is ideally placed to meet all of your dive holiday requirements.

SEA PASSION HOTEL

The Sea Passion Hotel opened its doors in 2009, offering a combination of 68 suites, ocean view rooms and mountain view rooms. Ideally situated close to Sam's Tours, this hotel is fast becoming a favorite of Sams Tours guests. The Sea Passion features its own beach, pool and beach bar along with nice, comfortable rooms making it a top value in Koror.

NECO MARINE

Neco Marine is an award-winning PADI Facility, offering luxury diving and exploration in Palau’s pristine waters.  Among other features, Neco Marine offer guided dive tours with free Nitrox, PADI courses, Rock Island snorkel and sightseeing tours, as well as a number of other non diving activities. They also offer a free tour to Jellyfish Lake, a trademark of the Palau region.

BIG BLUE EXPLORER

The Big Blue Explorer is a 167 foot well equipped, fully air-conditioned liveaboard. Offering en-suite restroom facilities, a full complement of service oriented crew and an ambiance of planned comfort as she cruises through the enchanting islands and reefs of Palau. The Big Blue Explorer provides a unique, unforgettable experience of this magical destination.

OCEAN HUNTER 1 & 3

Ocean Hunter I and III are liveaboard vessels specifically designed and built by divers, to service divers. With air-conditioned cabins to accommodate 6, 12 and 16 divers respectively, these well equipped vessels provide private bathroom facilities, as well as an onboard chef who provides fresh, gourmet cuisine. The Ocean Hunter III offers special trips to Micronesia’s remote reefs, and the South West Islands of Palau.

                  
Ocean Hunter I (left), Ocean Hunter II (centre), Ocean Hunter III (right)

PALAU AGRESSOR II

The Palau Aggressor II is one of the most amazing dive boats in the world!  A 106ft jet-powered catamarana with a speed in excess of 20kts, she has a mere 4ft draught that allows her to manoevre in shallow water with ease.  On her main dec she sleeps just 16 passengers in 8 air-conditioned deluxe staterooms each with private en suite bathrooms and panoramic windows out to the stunning scenery of Palau.  Diving is not done in the conventional way! As the reef of Palau top out in very shallow water, large boats cannot get in too close to them.  The Palau Aggressor II gets over this problem with high speed skiff capable of speeds of 50kts that whicls people to the dive site in minutes.

FISH N FINS

Fish n Fins Dive Shop is owned and operated by the same owners of the Ocean Hunter Liveaboards. Operating six fast and comfortable boats, Fish n Fins offer a technical dive centre, free nitrox, underwater photo centre, a bar and a restaurant. With day trips to famous dive sites, WW2 wrecks, kayaking trips and land tours to waterfalls, Fish n Fins will always have something available to you during your Palauan dive holiday.

SAM'S DIVE TOURS

Sam's Tours, located in Malakal Harbor, Koror, Palau, Micronesia, is Palau’s premier scuba diving and eco-adventure company. Excellent customer care, personalized attention, and professional service standards have earned Sam's Tours eight Scuba Diving Magazine, Reader's Choice Awards including “Best Dive Operator”, Best Dive Staff” and “Best Value”.

The friendly, knowledgeable and professional staff at our PADI 5-Star National Geographic Center lead daily trips for divers of all skill levels to Palau’s world-class dive sites and WWIIwrecks. Our safe, fast, and comfortable dive boats are equipped with DAN emergency oxygen, VHF radios & cellular communications.