Local Information about Palau
Climate
The climate in Palau is humid and tropical and relatively constant all year round with an average air temperature of 27° and water temperature of 28°. The air humidity is about 82% and there are regular showers. There is a wet season between July and October but it doesn't influence the diving quality and we can dive all year around.
| Month: | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| Period: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Air (°C): | 27 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 |
| Water (°C): | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
| | = Optimal period |
| | = Recommended period |
| | = Not recommended period |
Help us protect the environment
Since its inception ABYSS has always been committed to the protection of the environment. We invite you to join us in observing these simple rules:
- Your travel documents will include a responsible diver chart from the Longitude 181 Association. Please study and apply these rules wherever possible
- Protect the environment, both above and below water, by reducing to a minimum the impact of our activities.
- Leave nothing behind which is non perishable and remember to take back things such as batteries, cigarette filters and plastic containers to name a few.
- Use a minimum of non renewable resources such as water and energy.
- Never buy any souvenirs that are made from tortoise shell, coral or shells.
- Do not touch the fish or the coral during your dives and control your buoyancy at all times.
Usefull details
| Customs formalities: | Valid passport 6 months beyond return date. A 30 day visa will be delivered on site at arrival. |
| Health formalities: | Up to date vaccinations recommended. No mandatory vaccination. Palau is not affected by Malaria. |
| Jet lag: | UT/GMT +9 |
| Currency: | US Dollar |
| Accepted methods of payments: | Cash USD. Visa/Mastercard on land |
| Electricity: | 110V (220V on board) - American Outlets |
| Languages: | English |
| Flight time: | Depending on departure location |
| Luggage: | Our preference is for soft baggage for storage purposes on board. A max of 20kg on international flights. It is sometimes possible to obtain an upgrade to 30 kg when departing on diving holidays. Please consult us for further information. |
| Pharmacy: | First aid kit, aspirin or paracetamol, sun screen plus sunburn ointment, insect repellent. |
| Required documents: | Photocopy of your passport, dive certification card, log book and proof of repatriation insurance. Valid dive medical within last 12 months. |
