Discover the Pacific’s last remaining frontier

Journey on our luxury floating resort into the midst of Palau’s greatest marine marvels. Weave between UNESCO World Heritage Islands and breathtaking lagoons, home to harmless jellyfish and elusive mandarin fish. Dive or snorkel the astonishing reefs of Blue Corner and German Channel. Absorb fascinating history and connect with the Palauans’ love of music and deeply held value of “omengull” (respecting all and everything).

A floating resort with daily embarkations

FREEDOM TO DISCOVER THE BEST OF PALAU: ON LAND OR AT SEA

: There is no more luxurious – or flexible – way to discover the magic of Palau. Four Seasons Explorer offers daily embarkations and disembarkations, with no minimum stay to accommodate every schedule. Daily changing offerings depend on the day of the week and the cruise route joined, from exploring the underwater world and sightseeing cultural hotspots by bicycle to raw adventures into the traditional soul of this tiny island nation.

“The Luxury Travel Edit:” Four Seasons Explorer Palau with Armando Kraenzlin

Listen as Maldives Regional Vice President Armando Kraenzlin discusses the arrival of Four Seasons in Palau, from environmental protection and the Palauan language to diving and cross-cultural exchanges.

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Palau by Four Seasons

Why Palau?
One of the Seven Underwater Wonders of the World, Palau is as remarkable as it is remote, but once you’ve journeyed to this Micronesian marvel, Four Seasons Explorer takes over, offering unrivalled access to 500,000 square kilometres (193,000 square miles) of protected marine territory, 340 emerald isles, and bucket-list dive, snorkel, surf and island adventures. Underwater caves and blue holes, ancient monoliths, dense jungle surrounds and 4,000 years of culture await.
Why Palau?
One of the Seven Underwater Wonders of the World, Palau is as remarkable as it is remote, but once you’ve journeyed to this Micronesian marvel, Four Seasons Explorer takes over, offering unrivalled access to 500,000 square kilometres (193,000 square miles) of protected marine territory, 340 emerald isles, and bucket-list dive, snorkel, surf and island adventures. Underwater caves and blue holes, ancient monoliths, dense jungle surrounds and 4,000 years of culture await.
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AN UNDERWATER UTOPIA
More than 600 varieties of hard and soft corals thrive in Palau’s kaleidoscopic waters. Discover an underwater wonderland of stalactite caves, canyons, reefs, wrecks, drop-offs and blue holes – where vast schools of jack, wrasse, sweetlips, barracudas, batfish and tuna are shadowed by placid reef sharks, manta and eagle rays, turtles and whale sharks, while saltwater crocodiles and stingless jellyfish can be found in the lakes on the many islands.
AN UNDERWATER UTOPIA
More than 600 varieties of hard and soft corals thrive in Palau’s kaleidoscopic waters. Discover an underwater wonderland of stalactite caves, canyons, reefs, wrecks, drop-offs and blue holes – where vast schools of jack, wrasse, sweetlips, barracudas, batfish and tuna are shadowed by placid reef sharks, manta and eagle rays, turtles and whale sharks, while saltwater crocodiles and stingless jellyfish can be found in the lakes on the many islands.
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CULTURE FROM THE HEART
Palau’s inhabitants are distant relatives of Malays, Melanesians and Polynesians, while its culture bears Spanish, German and Japanese influences. Awash with symbolism – from bead money and ancient chants to modern music (beches chelitakl) and story-telling dance – this inspiring culture is rooted in a deep respect for the bountiful environment that has sustained countless generations.
CULTURE FROM THE HEART
Palau’s inhabitants are distant relatives of Malays, Melanesians and Polynesians, while its culture bears Spanish, German and Japanese influences. Awash with symbolism – from bead money and ancient chants to modern music (beches chelitakl) and story-telling dance – this inspiring culture is rooted in a deep respect for the bountiful environment that has sustained countless generations.
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DAYS OF WONDER
Hike to the stunning Ngardmau waterfall. Bathe in the mineral-rich white mud of the Milky Way Lagoon. Swim in some of the world’s clearest waters and explore secluded shorelines by kayak or paddleboard. Indulge in a soothing massage on an isolated beach or relax with yoga and pranayama in sublime jungle surrounds. Extraordinary Palauan days of wonder are yours for the making.
DAYS OF WONDER
Hike to the stunning Ngardmau waterfall. Bathe in the mineral-rich white mud of the Milky Way Lagoon. Swim in some of the world’s clearest waters and explore secluded shorelines by kayak or paddleboard. Indulge in a soothing massage on an isolated beach or relax with yoga and pranayama in sublime jungle surrounds. Extraordinary Palauan days of wonder are yours for the making.
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The Women of Palau
Women are at the heart of Palauan culture. From controlling clan money and owning land to selecting chiefs and performing days-long rituals, the matrilineal thread has run through Palau's society for thousands of years. Here, women are responsible for the men – arranging marriage settlements and burying them when they die. Perhaps most importantly, Palauan women are caretakers of the environment, a resonant responsibility in a delicate wilderness.
The Women of Palau
Women are at the heart of Palauan culture. From controlling clan money and owning land to selecting chiefs and performing days-long rituals, the matrilineal thread has run through Palau's society for thousands of years. Here, women are responsible for the men – arranging marriage settlements and burying them when they die. Perhaps most importantly, Palauan women are caretakers of the environment, a resonant responsibility in a delicate wilderness.
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