Palau holds the Rock Islands UNESCO marine wonder, Jellyfish Lake's stingless swarms, and Blue Corner's reef shark concentrations diving among the world's elite, all surrounded by 99% protected marine territory.
Highlights
Koror
Rock Islands
Jellyfish Lake
Blue Corner
When to Visit
Nov-Apr
Dry trade-wind season with Blue Corner diving at peak, Jellyfish Lake at maximum density, and the Rock Islands kayaking at year-best calm conditions.
May-Jul
Wet season with afternoon storms, but underwater visibility remains excellent and the Belau National Museum and Etpison stay open with lower-rate accessibility.
Aug-Oct
Wet season continues with the Olechotel Belau Fair the country's largest cultural gathering, and Blue Corner diving still accessible when surface conditions allow.
Nov
Dry season returning, dive operators ramping up to peak schedules, and the Rock Islands at their photogenic best with consistent trade winds.
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