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Palau

Palau Paddling Expedition

8 Day Trip

Kayak Palau: Pristine Waters, Hidden Wonders

Situated in the western Pacific Ocean, Palau is the easternmost archipelago in the Micronesian Islands. It consists of over 300 limestone islands, covered in lush forests and surrounded by an expansive lagoon. This paradise features tropical beaches, sapphire seas, exotic birdlife, and one of the world’s most spectacular marine habitats.

Our adventure includes camping on stunning beaches, lapped by turquoise lagoons and vibrant reefs perfect for snorkeling. On land, we hike into dense forests to discover ancient village sites and forgotten WWII relics. Our paddling route focuses on the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Rock Island Southern Lagoon of Koror, home to the planet’s highest concentration of marine lakes. Some lakes are only accessible through small openings in mushroom-shaped islands, ideal for kayak exploration.

While on and in the water, we watch for sea turtles, 1,500 species of fish, 700 species of coral, whales, manta rays, dolphins and dugongs, making Palau one of the world’s most unspoiled marine archipelagos.

Grade

Moderate

This trip is suitable for active paddlers with intermediate experience

Dates

2025

21-29 Jun, 8-16 Nov, 22-30 Nov.

2026

31 Oct-8 Nov

Cost

2025

AU$5700.00

2026

AU$5900.00

Costs are per person and in Australian dollars.

Includes

The trip includes hotel accommodation at our group hotel in Koror on a twin share basis for the first and last night of the trip, camping equipment such as tents, mattresses, sheets and pillows; all kayak gear; the services of one western guide and one local guide; dry bags for your personal gear; all meals from breakfast on Day 2 to lunch on Day 8 and arrival transfer from airport to hotel.

Excludes

The trip does not include airfares, dinners on Day 1 and Day 8 of the itinerary, single room supplement, snorkel equipment, alcoholic beverages, travel insurance, tips for local staff or items of a personal nature such as WiFi and laundry.

Day 1

Arrive Koror, Palau. Transfer to hotel. Meet your kayak guide. Overnight hotel.

Day 2

Transfer by speedboat to Ngeruktabel Island, kayak to Ulong Island.

Day 3

Explore Ulong Island by kayak, snorkel and hiking. Visit UNESCO village site.

Day 4

Paddle to Ngchus Beach via Ngebedangel Island, camp under the stars on Ngermeaus Island.

Day 5

Paddle south to Mecherchar Island and snorkel in Jellyfish Lake, one of Palau’s most famous natural wonders.

Day 6

Paddle through mangroves of crystal clear water to Long Lake and spot stunning plant, marine animal and bird life.

Day 7

Snorkel the ‘Drop Off’, one of the best walled dive spots in the world. Return to Koror. Overnight hotel.

Day 8

Last day in the islands. Overnight in the Koror group hotel.

DAY 9

Trip concludes.

what you’ll see

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