Palau, Micronesia Snorkeling and Natural History
Oceanic Society
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Primary Location:
| Palau - Micronesia | |
Highlights:
| This expedition offers an in-depth exploration of Palau, below water and above. | |
Length:
| 2 Week(s) | |
Included:
| Academic Credit | |
Accomodations:
| Other | |
Description:
| This expedition offers an in-depth exploration of Palau, below water and above. Lying at the southwest corner of the Western Caroline Islands, only nine of its 343 islands are inhabited. Its giant coral lagoon, within one encircling barrier reef, consists of the exposed peaks of an undersea mountain ridge that stretches between Japan and New Guinea. Harboring more species of marine life than any similar-sized area in the world, Palau is one of the best snorkeling sites on the planet. The abundance and diversity of its marine life, shallow water accessibility, and clear water visibility reveal a dazzling array of rainbow-colored fish, sponges and breathtaking corals. The scenery above water is equally spectacular. The famous Rock Islands are a maze of unsurpassed beauty, tropical gardens atop limestone ridges set in glass-clear waters. We take easy day-trips to the jungle-capped Rock Islands, to Turtle Cove, Soft Coral Arch, Ngemelis Wall, and Jelly Fish Lake. Our naturalist accompanies all excursions, providing information on coral reef life, general marine ecology, and the natural and cultural history of Micronesia.
Micronesia is a Greek word meaning "tiny islands," referring to a myriad of coral specks scattered across 4,500,000 square miles of the western Pacific Ocean. They are part of the South Sea Islands known collectively as Oceania, which are divided ethnogeographically into Melanesia, Polynesia and Micronesia. Micronesia’s thousands of high volcanic and low sand and coral islands are interspersed with low-lying atolls and coral reefs encircling still blue lagoons. Just north of the equator, this is the remote unspoiled Pacific, with palm-thatched huts, outrigger canoes and coconut trees.
Anyone who enjoys snorkeling and has a general interest in Micronesia will enjoy this expedition. The itinerary includes spectacular snorkeling and marine life explorations and leisurely island walks. Palauans excel in crafts, and some time on your own can be dedicated to visiting sites of cultural significance. Accommodations are double occupancy rooms in a hotel in Koror, the capitol of the Republic of Palau. Expedition led by an experienced Oceanic Society naturalist.
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