Palau, Micronesia
Dates
2027 TRIP (BRAND NEW)
- 27 March to 2 April 2027 (14 SPOTS LEFT)
Swim up to 5 km per day
2 swims per day
Join us for this extraordinary swimming adventure
from $3,669 NZD
Summary
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Rock Islands of Palau.
- Swim among world-class marine life, including dugongs, sea turtles, manta rays, reef sharks, and hundreds of species of tropical fish.
- Visit an isolated marine lake where you can safely swim and snorkel alongside harmless golden jellyfish (subject to access and conservation conditions).
- Experience the famous Milky Way lagoon, where visitors cover themselves in white, mineral-rich limestone mud as a traditional natural spa treatment.
- Stay at the 4-star Palau Royal Resort, one of the country's premier waterfront resorts, with direct access to boats, including our private charter.
- Choose an optional private guided tour of Peleliu Island on Day 5. The island was the site of one of the Pacific War's fiercest battles, and many battlefields, bunkers, caves, tanks, and aircraft wrecks remain to be explored.
- Travel sustainably. To help protect Palau's fragile environment, all visitors are legally required to sign the Palau Pledge in their passport, promising to "tread lightly and act kindly" during their stay.
- Limited to just 15 swimmers for an intimate, small-group experience.
Begin your day with a delicious buffet breakfast at the Palau Royal Resort, overlooking the resort's stunning tropical grounds and tranquil waterfront as you prepare for another unforgettable day.
Cost
Priced from only $3,669 NZD per person for shared accommodation. The final cost depends on cabin type chosen. Send us a booking enquiry with your numbers and accommodation preferences and we will get back to you confirming the price.
What's Included
We take the hassle away from you and organise your ocean swim holiday using local knowledge, years of experience and safety backup. This leaves you to focus on relaxing and having fun in a group of like-minded people who share your passion for the ocean. Our trips include:
- Four full days of swimming, with guided swims before and after lunch in some of the most spectacular locations Palau has to offer.
- All swims accompanied by an experienced guide, private charter boat and crew.
- Additional ad hoc swimming and snorkelling opportunities.
- Accommodation at a discounted group booking rate.
- Buffet breakfasts at the resort, with lunches provided by our charter operator.
- Other inclusions (subject to availability and the itinerary) may include a visit to Peleliu Island, use of fishing gear, and kayaking.
- Return airport transfers.
What's Not Included
- International travel to and from Palau.
- Required individual permits, payable in cash to our charter operator: $123 USD for four days of swimming, and $25 USD if you choose to visit Peleliu Island.
Other Important Information
Who are these swims for?
We accommodate swimmers of different abilities and fitness levels. Flippers are welcome as is taking some time out during the swim and relaxing on the support boat for a spell or just participating in the morning or afternoon swims - the choice is yours!
Non-Swimmers
Your Accommodation Options
We have chosen the stunning Palau Royal Resort to help minimise travel time and allow us to board our charter boat from the private dock, maximising your swimming opportunities along the way.
Let us know your choice of accommodation in the Booking Enquiry Form (link at the bottom of this page) and we will get back with a quote.
You are also welcome to book your own accommodation.
Palau Royal Resort Superior Garden Single Room
Single occupancy.
1 double bed.
Palau Royal Resort Superior Garden Twin Room
Double occupancy.
2 double beds.
Palau Royal Resort Superior Garden Triple Room
Triple occupancy.
3 double beds.
Itinerary Guideline
Saturday – Arrival in Palau and transfer to the Palau Royal Resort.
Sunday to Wednesday – Four full days of guided ocean swimming, supported by an experienced guide, private charter boats and crew. Each day includes approximately 3–5 km of swimming, split across two swims (before and after lunch), with additional snorkelling opportunities in some of Palau’s most spectacular locations.
Thursday – An optional excursion to Peleliu Island, where you’ll enjoy a fascinating, hands-on insight into one of the Pacific War’s most significant World War II battlefields.
Return airport transfers are included and will be arranged whenever you choose to end your stay at the Palau Royal Resort, giving you the flexibility to extend your holiday and explore more of Palau at your own pace.
Palau
Fly to Roman Tmetuchl International Airport where you will be collected.
Qantas operates a direct service between Brisbane and Koror, which takes less than 6 hours and is very reasonably priced, as it is subsidised by the Australian Government.
Other Activities
Sightseeing flights over the Seventy Islands, offering breathtaking aerial views of Palau’s famous limestone rock islands and turquoise lagoons, Ngardmau Falls—Palau’s tallest waterfall, reached via a scenic jungle hike through bamboo groves—snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, and fishing. Or simply relax with a book or a cold beverage in hand (or both) on a sun lounger on the private beach at Palau Royal Resort.
So why not book your epic swim adventure with us today?
Send us a booking enquiry and we will get back to you ASAP!