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About Palau
Palau's Rock Islands rise like emerald fortresses from turquoise waters, while Jellyfish Lake floats golden with millions of stingless jellyfish. WWII wrecks litter the seafloor, making Palau a mecca for divers drawn to history and pristine coral.
Best months to visit
Year-round
Language
English, Palauan
Things to do in Palau
Snorkel Jellyfish Lake
Dive WWII Japanese wrecks
Explore limestone Rock Islands
Spot mangrove crocodiles
Fish for permit and bonefish
Camp on pristine islands
Weather by month
Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.
January
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
February
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
March
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
April
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
May
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
June
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
July
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
August
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
September
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
October
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
November
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
December
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
Palau's Rock Islands rise from a turquoise lagoon like scattered green mushrooms, a UNESCO World Heritage seascape that ranks among the world's best diving and snorkelling destinations. Jellyfish Lake, where millions of stingless jellyfish drift in a marine lake cut off from the ocean, is the signature experience, alongside drift dives at Blue Corner and German Channel where sharks, manta rays and turtles are routine sightings.
Best areas to stay in Palau
Koror
Palau's main town and commercial centre, with most hotels, restaurants and dive shops, and the gateway to the Rock Islands.
Rock Islands
A UNESCO World Heritage cluster of over 300 limestone islands south of Koror, including Jellyfish Lake and numerous dive and snorkel sites.
Peleliu
An island south of the Rock Islands with significant WWII battle sites and wrecks, plus quiet beaches.
Ngardmau
Home to Palau's tallest waterfall, reached via a boardwalk through jungle on Babeldaob, the main island.
Getting to Palau
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Flights
Fly into Roman Tmetuchl International Airport near Koror, typically via Manila, Guam or Taiwan.
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From London
~24-30 hours from London including connections.
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Getting around
Boat tours are the main way to reach the Rock Islands and dive sites; taxis and a few buses serve Koror itself.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Palau?
November to April (the dry season) offers the best visibility for diving, though Palau is a year-round destination with warm water throughout.
What is Jellyfish Lake?
A marine lake on Eil Malk island where millions of golden jellyfish, which have lost most of their sting, drift near the surface — snorkelling among them is a signature Palau experience.
How good is the diving in Palau?
Excellent — sites like Blue Corner and German Channel are known for strong currents, sharks, manta rays and dense schools of fish, attracting divers from around the world.
Is Palau expensive?
Yes — its remoteness and focus on diving tourism make it one of the pricier Pacific destinations, particularly for liveaboard and dive packages.
What language is spoken?
Palauan and English are both official languages, with English widely spoken in tourism.
Traveler reviews
★★★★★
Snorkelling in Jellyfish Lake surrounded by thousands of harmless jellyfish was one of the strangest and best things I've ever done.
Kazuya I. · March 2024
★★★★★
Drift diving Blue Corner we saw grey reef sharks, a turtle and a manta ray all in one dive — genuinely world class.
Rebecca H. · February 2023
★★★★☆
The Rock Islands by boat were stunning even just from the surface — every cove looked like a postcard, and we barely scratched the surface in a week.
Marco D. · April 2024
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