7 Day Palau Swim/Kayak Expedition
Base: Koror, Palau
Example Itinerary
June 27, Kayaking and Swimming in Risong Bay
The well protected waters of Risong Bay. After a one-hour swim we’ll embark on awaiting kayaks to explore reef shark & stingray nurseries. After birding & botanising, we’ll snorkel such epic locations as Blue Devil Gardens and Mandarin Fish Lake.
June 28, Einstein’s Gardens, Jellyfish Lake and the Milky Way (Hike, Swim, Beachcomber and Snorkel)
A 40minute boat ride will deliver our team to the stunning white sands of Ngeremdiu Beach. We’ll hike to an ancient village before slipping into the water for a swim to the Milky Way. After lunch on the beach, we’ll snorkel and swim over the multi-colored brain corals of Einstein’s Gardens.
June 29 West Ngeruktabel - Swim, and Explore a Labyrinth of Islands
The magical waters of West Ngeruktabel include a labyrinth of mushroom shaped islands. After a 30minute boat ride and one hour swim, we’ll enjoy a boat cruise through sheltered bays and forgotten coves. Snorkel sites may include Symphony Bay, Soft Coral Arch, and the Fish Bowl.
June 30 Ulong Island - Swim, Hike, Bird Watch and Snorkel
A 45minute boat ride will lead us to an exquisite beach filled with flowering trees and extraordinary bird life. We’ll hike to an ancient village and learn more about the history of the forgotten rock island people. We’ll thereafter enjoy a swim, followed by lunch on the beach. Snorkel sites will include Wilson’s Channel and the Ulong Arch.
July 31 Outer Reef Ngemelis Swim and Snorkel Palau’s vertical drop offs and under water Serengeti
After a 50minute boat ride, we’ll enjoy a one-hour swim from Babelomekang Beach to Ioulomekang Beach, within the protected waters of the inner lagoon. We’ll thereafter proceed to the 3,000 abyssal depths of Big Drop-Off which is teaming with schools of fish, vibrant soft corals, turtles, sharks, and even stingrays. We’ll enjoy a second outer reef snorkel at German Channel or Fairyland Gardens.
Day 5
Adventure day. We depart early set course for the outer islands, heading to Isla Danzante—the Sea of Cortez's most dramatic swimming destination. Rising 1,050 feet straight from the water, this desert island embodies raw, vertical beauty that takes your breath away before you even enter the water.
Along the way we visit Carmen's northwest coast at La Grimas, where black volcanic formations create a stunning seascape. This point-to-point coastal swim tests your technique under real open water conditions— deeper blues, natural navigation. Coaches in kayaks provide support as you discover what your refined stroke can handle.
After a beach lunch on a remote cove, we arrive at Danzante for the day's crescendo. Towering cliffs plunge into turquoise water so clear you can see 25 metres or 80 feet down. This is your opportunity to practice all your learnings from the previous days.
Day 6 - Early Morning Swim and Departure
We gather one last time at Loreto Beach as the sun rises over the Sierra de la Giganta. This morning we summarise the learnings for the week and reflect on how different the water feels now compared to Day 1.
After our final swim, we'll review highlights from the week, share breakthrough moments, and discuss how to incorporate your learnings into your swim practices. The rest of the day is yours—explore Loreto's historic mission, enjoy one last fish taco, or simply sit by the water.
