Palau’s not a place that needs overhyping. One glance beneath its turquoise surface, and you’ll understand why this corner of the Pacific is legendary. Vast coral gardens, towering walls, wrecks reclaimed by nature—it’s a feast for anyone who’s ever strapped on fins and a tank.

Blue Corner

The reef juts into the current, creating a perfect front-row seat to nature’s chaos. Schools of barracuda streak past, gray reef sharks weave in and out, and all you have to do is clip in and watch the show. The sheer energy here is what keeps people coming back.

German Channel

Built over a century ago by German miners, this man-made passage evolved into a cleaning station hotspot. Manta rays glide in like royalty, flanked by reef sharks, the occasional turtle, and other marine life. It’s the sort of site where one minute it’s quiet, and the next, it’s a parade of marine paradise.

Ulong Channel

When people mention drift rides, they’re picturing something like this. Lettuce corals line the walls like oversized fans. Gray sharks then circle lazily overhead, and everything moves at the pace of the ocean current. The sandy bottom hides coral heads bursting with color, making it both a rush and a feast for the eyes.

Blue Holes

Blue Holes feels more like wandering into an underwater cathedral. Sunlight pierces through, effortlessly illuminating limestone chambers dressed in soft corals and sea fans. You might catch a turtle meandering past or see reef sharks glide through the entrance. It’s one of those calm, almost surreal moments beneath the surface.

Peleliu Wall

This vertical face doesn’t ease you in. It drops you right into the abyss. Hard corals cling to the wall like armor, while tuna and barracuda patrol the edges. Strong currents are common, but so are the big fish sightings. Such unplanned details make Peleliu Wall a high-adrenaline favorite for anyone chasing pelagics.

Chandelier Cave

Chandelier Cave isn’t your typical reef experience. Why? It’s home to five interconnected chambers with sharp limestone formations, jaw-dropping features, and air pockets where you can savor the moment and take it all in. Flashlight fish sometimes flicker past, adding another eerie layer to this already mesmerizing site.

Jellyfish Lake

Forget everything you know about jellyfish. Here, millions pulse around you harmlessly, their sting long gone after millennia of isolation. No tanks allowed—just snorkel gear and slow, deliberate movements as you float in the golden glow. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime, otherworldly swim.

Siaes Tunnel

Starting deep, this wide tunnel cuts through the reef like an underwater canyon. Inside, nudibranchs cling to rock faces, and soft corals sway overhead, creating a vibrant underwater scene. The tunnel is home to various marine life: grey reef sharks, whitetip sharks, and numerous fish species.

Siaes Corner

A sloping reef gives way to a vertical drop, forming an ideal corridor for big species. Here, you’ll witness schools of jacks and barracuda zip through, reef sharks appear without warning, and vibrant coral growth adds pops of color. The sheer diversity here means there’s something moving no matter where you turn.

Big Drop-Off

No strong currents and no surprises—just one of Palau’s best spots to ease into the water and take in the sights. Turtles, reef sharks, and a diverse selection of fish cruise along the slopes, surrounded by coral growth. The Big Drop-Off is perfect if you want variety without breaking a sweat.