Micronesia

November 6 - 23, 2009

Micronesia has some of the most pristine underwater environments supporting thousands of fish species and a lush, tropical topside that houses an abundance of bird-life and flora and fauna. The islands are renowned for its world class diving. The pristine waters plays host to a variety of dazzling marine life whilst Chuuk is the ultimate destination for wreck diving enthusiasts. Kayak around the many islands or hike to secluded lake and waterfalls. For culture lovers visit and enjoy the experience of traditional village life and for the history buffs there are many World War II sites to keep you enthralled.

Palau is home to over 700 species of coral and over 1300 species of fish. With over 60 dive sites there is a huge variety. Whether it be the strong currents found at Blue Corner, the beautiful hard coral gardens, the breathtaking soft coralof Big Drop-Off and Yellow Wall or even the visually stunning Blue Holes there adive sites to wow anyone. With critters ranging from Manta Rays and sharks all the way down to Mandarinfish and nudibranchs, in Palau there is always something to look at. We will spend 7 nights at the fabulous Palau Pacific Resort while diving with Neco Marine.

Chuuk, formerly known as Truk Lagoon, is a 40 mile diameter lagoon and the final resting place of over 180,000 tons of ships, planes, tanks and other war material that met its’ untimely end on February 17th & 18th 1944. Dubbed “Operation Hailstone”, one of the most devastating aerial attacks in history sank 60 assorted Japanese vessels and 250 planes. The 65 years that have passed since that fateful day have transformed these relics into artificial reefs supporting both hard and soft corals- a living museum. Ship-holds still contain tanks, planes and other wartime armaments. Often overlooked because of the wealth of wreck dive sites are the channels and the outer barrier reefs of the atoll where vertiginous walls remain the playground for rays, sharks and other pelagics.

The Pacific Explorer 2, newly refitted this year in 2007, comfortably holds 22 divers in 11 ensuite cabins with a/c. Divers deploy in 2 chase boats for comfortable and un-crowded diving.

This package includes:

• 7 nights gardenview accommodation at Palau Pacific Resort w. full breakfast
• 5 days of 2-tank boat dives
• 7 nights aboard Pacific Explorer II, ensuite cabins with a/c, all meals
• 6 days of 4-5 dives, incl. nitrox
• Dive permits in Palau & Chuuk
• Use of kayaks in Chuuk
• Airport transfers
• Dayroom in Guam

Airfare will be approx. $2300 - $2800 (depending on routing) and available approx. 11 months prior to departure.

Not included: Meals & drinks in Palau other than breakfast, meals in Guam, travel insurance, alcoholic drinks onboard, gratuity, dive gear, departure tax (approx.$35USD),additional excursions in Palau. Based upon double occupancy.

To book call 604-596-3322 or email Fly and Sea Travel

$4885 CAD per person

Find out more about diving and staying at Palau Pan Pacific.

Find out more about diving and staying at Chuuk Pacific Explorer II.