Koror

Rock islands and the world's finest diving

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Koror — Gateway to the Rock Islands

Rock Islands Island

Hundreds of jungle-topped limestone mushrooms scattered across a jade lagoon.

Best time: Nov–Apr — The drier season gives the calmest seas for island-hopping.

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Jellyfish Lake Lake

A marine lake where you snorkel among millions of harmless golden jellyfish.

Best time: Nov–Apr — Drier months are best for the boat and lake.

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Blue Corner Dive site

A legendary wall dive of sharks and swirling fish in the current.

Best time: Nov–Apr — The dry season gives the clearest water.

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Peleliu Island WWII site

The scarred battlefield island of 1944, of bunkers, caves and wrecks.

Best time: Nov–Apr — Drier months suit the jungle battle sites.

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Ngardmau National Monument Park

Ancient sacred forest reserve and cultural heritage protection area in Palau.

Best time: May–Oct — Spiritually significant forest sanctuary preserving Palauan cultural traditions.

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What things cost in Palau

Indicative ranges for planning, drawn from the same data layer that powers the interactive travelogue. Figures are in US dollars where priced.

Local SIM$20–$40/month
Coworking desk$80–$150/month
Gym membership$30–$60/month
GP visit$50–$100
Hospital day$300–$600/night
Dental check-up$60–$150
Traveller insurance$50–$90/month
Nomad insurance$45–$60/month
International school$5,000–$12,000/yr
University year$4,000–$10,000/yr
Language course$100–$200/month

Education: Limited options; mostly US-aligned curriculum; high costs due to import dependence. · Healthcare: Basic facilities; serious cases referred to Guam (US); moderate quality for island nation.

Reviewed 5 August 2026 · Ranges are indicative planning figures, not quotes — verify locally before you budget. Fuller breakdown: open Palau in the interactive travelogue.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Palau?

It depends on where you go: every place has its own ideal season on this page. For example, Rock Islands is best around Nov–Apr. Palau has 5 featured cities and areas to plan around.

Is English spoken in Palau?

Roughly 95% of people speak English. The main language is Palauan, English.

How strong is the Palau passport?

The Palau passport gives visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to about 120 destinations.

Is Palau expensive to travel in?

This page lists indicative traveller costs for Palau — medical, insurance, connectivity and education ranges — and the interactive travelogue holds the full breakdown.

What is there to do in Palau?

Rock Islands, Jellyfish Lake, Blue Corner, Peleliu Island, Ngardmau National Monument, Ngardmau Waterfall — each with the best time to visit, why it is worth it, and specific things to do.

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Page reviewed 5 August 2026 · Season and place notes come from Amit's own travels. Visa and entry rules change — confirm with official sources before you book.

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