Description
Palau, located in the heart of Micronesia, boasts some of the most renowned diving spots in the western Pacific within a compact and protected archipelago. On board the Palau Siren, classic sites of the Rock Islands Southern Lagoon, a UNESCO World Heritage site, are explored, featuring vertical walls, current-swept channels, caves, and World War II wrecks. Locations such as Blue Corner, German Channel, and Ulong Channel teem with reef sharks, manta rays, Napoleon wrasse, barracudas, and large schools of fish, offering exhilarating pelagic dives. The itinerary alternates between challenging drift dives and more relaxed explorations of coral reefs and submerged historical wrecks, complemented by surface navigation among the Rock Islands. This route is designed for experienced divers seeking current, action, and biodiversity in one trip.
Itinerary
Departure Day - Arrival in Palau and Boarding
Departure from Spain on an international flight with two layovers to Palau. Due to the usual connection times, arrival typically occurs two nights before the cruise begins, which allows for a pre-stay at a five-star hotel in Koror. Boarding on the Palau Siren takes place at Sam's Tours in Koror at 5:30 PM, with complimentary transfers from the hotel or airport. The boarding day includes presentations, boat and safety briefings, and dinner on board; there is no diving on this day.
This package includes a hotel stay to simplify flight and transfer logistics.
Included
- International flights
- Scuba Finders backpack with t-shirt
- Printed travel documents at home
- International flight Spain - Palau with two layovers (round trip)
- Transfers airport/hotel/Sam's Tours (round trip)
- Pre and post-stay at Palau Sunrise Sea View Landison Retreat (five stars) in Koror, usually two nights prior and one night after depending on international flight schedules
- Aboard stay: 10 nights on the Palau Siren in double occupancy cabin, all-inclusive
- Breakfasts on hotel days
- Up to 31 guided dives (approximately 27-31)
- Tank, weights, and dive guide
- Excursion by boat through the Rock Islands
- Travel insurance Scuba Safe
Not included
- Rock Islands state permits and fees in Palau ($300 per person, payable on board)
- Jellyfish Lake visitor permit ($50, optional)
- Nitrox, equipment rental, and tanks
- Reef hooks and surface marker buoys (SMBs): not available for rent; please bring your own or purchase on board
- 10% local GST on payments made on board
- Alcoholic beverages, laundry, massages, and tips
- Everything not specified in the 'Includes' section
Cancellation with more than 60 days' notice: 70% penalty of the total amount, non-refundable.
Cancellation with 60 days or less notice: The entire amount is non-refundable.
These conditions will be subject to the policy of the chosen insurance. For greater flexibility and peace of mind, we recommend reviewing our travel insurance options.