This is an add-on trip to our March 12 - 21, 1999 Truk Lagoon Trip.
Palau is one of the most extraordinary diving spots on this planet. In the far southwest of Micronesia, due west of Truk, lies the Republic of Belau (the traditional name) consisting of an archipelago of 343 islands, only eight of which are inhabited by the 14,000 inhabitants. Spread north to south over 100 miles from the atoll of Kayangel to the island of Angaur plus five tiny islands, known as the southwest islands, the islands have a combined land mass of 185 square miles. The main area is the Palau Lagoon which encompasses 329 islands, the principal islands of which are Babeldaob and Koror. Palau offers an enormous number of diversified diving experiences not duplicated anywhere else in the world. There are over 100 different dive sites in and around the 90 mile coral lagoon and adjacent islands. Palau was named the Number One Underwater Wonder of the World by CEDAM -- a group of marine scientists and conservationists. Over 1300 types of fish inhabit the region, including manta rays, barracuda, sharks and giant clams. The world famous Rock Islands are a divers "must" with magnificent wall diving at such legendary sites as Blue Corner, Ngmelis Drop-off, Blue Hole and Peleliu Corner. Palau's profuse, unspoiled reefs offer a wealth of marine life, coral formations and wrecks. Dives begin in knee deep water and plunge straight down to depths of 1000 feet and more. Blue holes, huge caverns and an immense variety of rare and exotic marine species are easily accessible in clear water with visibility often exceeding 200 feet. Vast numbers, not
found anywhere else in the world, of large pelagic predators, sharks, turtles, dolphins and many species of migratory fish gather here at a unique crossroads of three of the world's major ocean currents. Land locked marine lakes, accessible from the sea through tunnels beneath the island's steep shorelines, are home to rare jelly fish, anemones and soft corals. Palau's famed "Rock Islands" are a collection of rounded, foliage-covered isles which seem to float above the surface of the water. A boat trip through them will reveal a number of magnificent white sand beach hideaways perfect for a secluded picnic or adventurous overnight stay. Below the water's surface, divers and
snorkelers are treated to a diverse Technicolor paradise of fabulous drop-offs, blue holes, breathtaking reefs, crystal caves a World War II wrecks. This part of the Micronesia group trip begins on Truk on March 21,1999 when we will fly
to Palau on Continental Air Micronesia. There, we will be met at the airport, taken to our hotel, the incomparable Palau Pacific Resort, and will check in to our gardenview rooms for a six night stay. For the next five days, we will be diving with NECO Marine Dive Shop. The dive package includes two tanks daily, weights, weight belt, dive permit and lunch. On March 27, 1999, we will (sadly) be taken back to the airport for the trip back to Guam and then on to Honolulu and Los Angeles. FOR BOOKING THIS ADD-ON TO THE TRUK TRIP, YOU WILL RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING GIFTS FREE: A snorkeling trip to Jellyfish Lake. This is a requisite place on any trip to Palau. One of the islands, Eil Malk Island, located 30 minutes from the populated areas of Palau, has a saltwater lake, Jellyfish Lake, located in its interior at an elevation above sea level. What has occurred is that many millions of years ago the land was raised and the lake cut
off from the sea. When this happened, jellyfish were isolated from the ocean and over the years since have lost the ability to sting. Once you get to the lake, you snorkel out into the middle of the lake and along the way you will find the jellyfish. They can be found in small numbers or in huge numbers that make your snorkeling seem like a jelly wrestling match. Additionally, you will have your choice or either a book - "Palau, A Diver's Guide" or a video - "Palau" and a free dinner at your hotel. These gifts, which are yours free for booking this trip, have a total retail value of $125.00. The add-on cost to the Truk trip? Only $1,440.00/person, double occupancy. All taxes, airport transfers, hotel rooms, airfare and diving is included in this price. Everything but your departure tax which, by law, we can't prepay. Space may be reserved on this great package for an additional down payment of $200.00/person. Of this, $150.00, less any ticketing costs, is refundable up until 45 days before the travel date. The trip must be paid in full no later that 70 days before the travel date. Please plan on making your reservations as far in advance as possible. We have included prices and taxes at the current rates. Due to
the long lead time involved with this trip, we are unable to guarantee these rates to you until you have paid in full. Call, FAX or E-mail your reservations now. Book this great trip now!!
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
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Australia and Oceania
Palau
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