Palau (Lonely Planet Diving & Snorkeling Great Barrier Reef) [Paperback]

Tim Rock (Author), Francis Toribiong (Author)

Book Description

Series: Lonely Planet Diving & Snorkeling Great Barrier Reef | Publication Date: October 2000

The Palau archipelago in Micronesia boasts a huge barrier reef that protects the mushroom-shaped limestone Rock Islands, offering tranquil diving and snorkeling in the lagoon's warm waters. Dramatic drop-offs at the famed Ngemelis Wall and Blue Corner makes Palau an adrenaline-pumping drift-diving paradise. Explore historic WWII shipwrecks, venture into mysterious sea caves, and snorkel ancient Jellyfish Lake. From the southern tip of Peleliu to the northern reaches of Kayangel Atoll, this guide covers 48 of Palau's best dive sites, with full-color photos throughout.

You'll get specific information on:

• Dive site depth range and suggested diving expertise
• Common and hazardous marine life
• Topside activities from waterfall hikes and camping to kayaking and shopping
• Accommodations and diving services listings
• 10 easy-to-read maps

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications; 2nd edition (October 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1864500190
• ISBN-13: 978-1864500196
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.1 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #582,978 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #7 in Books > Travel > Australia & South Pacific > Australia > Great Barrier Reef
  • #16 in Books > Travel > Australia & South Pacific > South Pacific
  • #62 in Books > Sports & Outdoors > Nature Travel > Adventure > Scuba

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful while diving Palau, January 28, 2002

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EBHP "ebhp" (VALENCIA, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Palau (Lonely Planet Diving & Snorkeling Great Barrier Reef) (Paperback)

I spent 10 days diving Palau in June 2001 and this book was incredibly helpful. There are so many dive sites to choose from in this region, and this book did an excellent job detailing each and every one. Since most dive operators in this region take "requests" rather than dictate where you're going, it's nice to have some information to make an informed decision, depending upon whether you want to focus on macro, big animal enounters, drift dives, wrecks, etc. Going to dive Palau without this book is simply a bad idea.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, and more than just a diving & snorkeling guide !, July 28, 2001

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Maurizio Giuliano (Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Palau (Lonely Planet Diving & Snorkeling Great Barrier Reef) (Paperback)

I used by no means to be a fan of diving and snorkeling. Yet, the beautiful seas of the Pacific, combined with this wonderful excellently written guidebook, introduced me to the wonderful world of this activity. The guidebook provides excellent and invaluable information and advice for divers and snorkelers - beginners and experts alike - with special focus on how great this can be in Palau. Meanwhile, the guidebook is also a wonderful travel tool for visiting Palau, whether or not you are primarily there for snorkeling and diving. All in all, it is surely a worthwhile, if not crucial, purchase, before you set off to the Pacific.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars worth the price, November 23, 2005

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CJ (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Palau (Lonely Planet Diving & Snorkeling Great Barrier Reef) (Paperback)

Well worth the money to purchase this book. There are LOTS of quality places to snorkel and dive in Palau, this book gives you some help picking out the best places for you. Also some (not a ton, but adequate) suggestions for dry-land activities.
And yes, I was in Palau spring 2005- the jellys in jellyfish lake are back to a healthy population after El nino!