Palau, Micronesia
Remote. Wild. Legendary.
Diver Requirements
- Advanced Open Water + 25 dives minimum
- Suitable for divers comfortable with drift dives, strong currents, and deep walls
Trip Type: Fun Diving | 13th – 20th April 2027
Welcome to Palau
Home to world-famous channels, pristine walls, blue holes, and the legendary full moon snapper aggregation.
Diving in Palau brings together big pelagics, powerful drifts, thriving reefs, and rare natural events that draw divers from around the world.
Expect dramatic underwater scenery, schooling fish, sharks on the move, and vibrant reef ecosystems that make every dive high-energy and unforgettable.
Above water, enjoy island calm, turquoise lagoons, and the warmth of Micronesian hospitality.
Welcome to one of the most iconic dive destinations on the planet.
Where You’ll Be Diving
Sipadan Island
One of the world’s top five dive destinations. Expect adrenaline-pumping drift dives, massive schools of fish, bumphead parrotfish, sharks, and turtle encounters on nearly every dive.
Mabul Island
Welcome to macro heaven. Frogfish, ghost pipefish, flamboyant cuttlefish, and other rare critters make every inch of the reef worth inspecting.
Kapalai Reef
A beautiful blend of sandy slopes and artificial reefs. Perfect for chilled-out dives with surprising marine life and loads of photography opportunities.
Seaventures House Reef
Your personal playground beneath the rig. Dive in at your own pace—day or night—and uncover a world teeming with marine life right under your feet.
FULL MOON SNAPPER SPAWNING
A once-a-year underwater phenomenon where thousands of snappers gather in powerful currents around the full moon. Expect high-energy dives, dense schools, and pelagic movement all around you.
CHANNEL DRIFT DIVES
Fast-flowing channels where currents bring in sharks, schooling fish, and action-packed drifts. Perfect for divers who want movement, energy, and adventure.
BLUE HOLES
Palau’s signature underwater caves and swim-throughs, filled with beams of light, reef life, turtles, and dramatic topography unique to Micronesia.
Trip Itinerary
Arrival & Orientation
Arrive at Hurghada Port and check in by 6:00 PM. Complete registration, safety, and boat briefing before settling in for your first night on board.
Sail Out
Set sail into the Red Sea and complete two check dives at local sites — a perfect warm-up for the days ahead.
Dive & Discover
Spend four unforgettable days exploring some of the Southern Red Sea’s most iconic and remote sites.
- Brothers Islands – 3 dives
- Daedalus Reef – 3 dives
Elphinstone Reef – 2 dives - Shona Reef – 1 dive
- Tromby – 1 night dive
- Safaga – 4 dives (including a night dive and the Salem Express wreck)
Experience a spectacular mix of pelagics, coral gardens, wrecks, and drift dives across Egypt’s premier dive destinations.
Final Dive Day
- Enjoy your last two dives at local sites before returning to Hurghada Marina in the evening.
Departure Day
- Disembark at Hurghada Port after breakfast. Check out and transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
Note: Itinerary subject to weather and safety considerations.
What You’ll experience
Accomodation
M/Y BLACK PEARL
A premium liveaboard offering a full-board diving experience across Palau’s world-class reefs, paired with comfort, space, and seamless operations.
Why divers love it
- Full-Board Comfort: Three freshly prepared meals per full day, cozy cabins across multiple decks, and an onboard environment designed for rest between dives.
- Nitrox Included: Enjoy included Nitrox tanks throughout the trip for longer, safer bottom times on Palau’s deeper and drift-heavy sites.
- Effortless Dive Operations: Standard dive gear (12L tanks, weights, belts), plus reef hooks, SMBs, and GPS provided for every diver.
- Relax & Unwind: Jacuzzi, Wi-Fi, tea, drinking water, instant coffee, a beach BBQ, and a cocktail party — perfect for unwinding between high-action dives.
- Seamless Logistics: Two-way transfers between Koror hotels and Malakal Port included, ensuring hassle-free boarding and departure.
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Adventure Ready: Fully equipped for Palau’s signature sites — reef walls, blue holes, channels, and the full moon snapper aggregation.
Cabin Options (Per Person):- Master Seaview – Upper Deck: USD 4,970
- Seaview – Main Deck: USD 4,630
- Deluxe – Lower Deck: USD 4,370
Cost Breakdown
Standard Room (Twin Sharing): INR 1,19,000 + Taxes
Deluxe Room: Available on request. Ask us for upgrade options.
What’s Included
- 4N/5D at Seaventures Dive Rig (A/C Standard Room, twin-sharing)
- 3 meals daily + tea, coffee, and water
- Roundtrip transfers: Tawau – Semporna – Dive Rig
- ~14 dives, including 1 day at Sipadan (subject to permit)
- 1 night dive (certified divers only)
- Unlimited buddy dives on the house reef
- Tanks, weights, and belts
- Complimentary WiFi
What’s Not Included
- International flights & visa
- Dive gear rentals (BCD, fins, wetsuit, etc.)
- Sipadan permit fee (MYR 350 per diver/day)
- Sipadan entrance fee (MYR 100 per person/day)
- Dive computer (mandatory – rent or bring your own)
- Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, snacks
- Personal expenses, souvenirs, and tips
- Dive & travel insurance (mandatory)
Gear Rental
Let us know in advance to reserve gear.
Payment & Cancellation
Payment Terms
- 50% deposit to confirm
- Balance due by 10th May 2025
Cancellation Policy
- No refunds on cancellations or no-shows
- No refunds for missed dives/services
- All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable
Faqs
Yes, recommended. WiFi is available onboard, but limited.
Check-in: 2 PM | Check-out: 12 PM
- Arrival: Land – 7:30 AM | Boat – 10:00 AM
- Departure: Boat – 2:00 PM | Land – 3:00 PM
28°C to 30°C
Limited by the government. Issued first-come, first-served. We’ll do our best to secure yours.
Mumbai → Kuala Lumpur → Tawau → Semporna → Seaventures
Yes, rental gear is available. Check Gear Rental above.
Boat dives at Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai + night & house reef dives.
Absolutely. Let us know if you’d like to do Advanced or any specialties.
Yes. DAN or equivalent is required.
13th – 20th April 2027
Malakal Port, Koror
3 guided dives/day (except second-last day) + 1 night dive
Yes — Nitrox tanks included
5% off if full payment is completed before 10th August 2025
35% non-refundable deposit by 10th August 2025
Remaining 65% due by 5th January 2027
- 35% deposit is non-refundable
- Cancellations after 5th January 2027 → 100% of trip cost retained
- TCS is always non-refundable
Yes — required for all divers (to be purchased onboard or prior)
Full-board stay, Nitrox, guided dives, fuel surcharge, dive equipment (12L tanks, weights), reef hooks, SMB, GPS, Wi-Fi, transfers, onboard BBQ & activities.
Marine Park Fees ($150)
Optional permits: Jellyfish Lake ($75), Peleliu Dive ($60)
Airport transfers ($25 per way)
International flights, stays, insurance, gratuities, beverages, spa, rental gear, 15L tanks.
Once confirmed, cancellations for any reason are not accepted. Orca Dive Club is not liable for visa issues, weather, mechanical failures, health issues, government restrictions, or failure to arrive on time.