Ocean Hunter Liveaboard, Palau
Explore Palau’s world-class diving onboard this luxurious liveaboard with top-of-the-range facilities
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Overview
- Relax on the spacious sun deck with not one, but two Jacuzzis
- Well equipped for underwater photography and video production
- Support for technical diving, film production, and scientific research
- Experience blackwater and fluo diving and see things from a new perspective
Ocean Hunter is a highly reputable liveaboard offering exceptional diving experiences, and first-class hospitality, to meet the needs of even the most discerning of guests. Delivering plenty of personal space and luxurious relaxation areas Ocean Hunter is a perfect choice for discerning guests. Plus, a range of high-end photography and videography facilities and options for technical, rebreather and scientific diving, help dedicated divers make the most of Palau’s renowned diving.
- Number of cabins:8
- Internet:NO
- Nitrox:YES
- Equipment rental:YES
- Guest / Guide:8:1
- Group booking discounts
Choose your trip
- 1Apr 20258D / 7N
Best of Palau (7N)
Up to 30 divesfrom $3,845Overview
8 days / 7 nightsUp to 30Advanced Open Water - Minimum 30 divesDive and travel insurance requiredTransfer details
Departure
01 Apr 2025
12:30 PM
Koror
Palau International Airport: ROR
Return
08 Apr 2025
08:30 AM
Koror
Palau International Airport: ROR
What's included
- Meals and snacks
- Water, tea and coffee
- Towels and toiletries
- Tanks and weights
- Night dives
- Transfers
What's not included
- Dive and travel insurance
- Koror State permit - US$55 valid for 5 days
- Or Jellyfish Lake permit - US$105 valid for 5 days
- Peleliu permit - US$63 per person valid for 10 days
- 10% PGST
To be paid in advance or onboardOptional Extras
- Single supplement - 95%
- Alcoholic drinks
- Soft drinks
- Gratuities
- Equipment rental - US$75 per day
- 15L tanks - US$260 per trip
- Nitrox - US$199 per trip
- Diving courses
- Satellite phone or email connection
To be booked in advance or paid onboardHighlights
- Circular trip around the best sites of Palau
- Dense schools of marine life and dramatic underwater scenery
- Dive the famous Blue Corner and other world-class sites
- Encounter manta rays, prolific marine life and sharks
- Explore the dramatic drop-offs and immense walls of Ngemelis
- Share the currents of Peleliu with large pelagics
- Check-out dive on a Japanese WWII wreck, the Helmet
- Explore the stunning Rock Island with its jellyfish lake
- Night dives included most evenings
Day 1:Check-in and board the vessel in Koror at around 12:30. You will then be assigned your cabin and given a welcome/safety briefing before the vessel gets underway.Days 2-6:The Ocean Hunter team will take you to the best dive sites in Palau, offering up to 5 guided dives a day. You will dive at world-famous dive sites in Koror State such as Blue Corner, German, Channel, Ulong Channel, Siaes Corner, and more. Visit Jellyfish Lake to snorkel with thousands of non-stinging jellyfish before the Ocean Hunter team will take you to the breathtaking reefs of Peleliu Island.The crew of the Ocean Hunter have been working on the vessel for at least 9 years and know every corner of Palau. Underwater and above, the Ocean Hunter team offers the best possible service to make your diving holidays in one of the three best diving areas in the world unforgettable.Day 7:This morning we will make the most of the last dives of our trip, before returning to port in the afternoon.Day 8:Guests will disembark the vessel after breakfast, at around 08:00.Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.Payment & cancellation terms
- Written cancellations received 366 days or more before arrival date there is no fee.
- 360 - 181 days prior to arrival date 33% of deposit.
- 180 - 91 days prior to arrival date, all deposits/payments are non-refundable.
- 90 - 0 days prior to arrival, 100% of total amount (no refund).
Payment policy34% deposit - required to secure reservation.
33% - 6 months prior to departure.
33% balance - due 90 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 90 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.Cancellation policySpecial offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.2 spaces left - 13Apr 20258D / 7N
Best of Palau (7N)
Up to 30 divesfrom $3,845Overview
8 days / 7 nightsUp to 30Advanced Open Water - Minimum 30 divesDive and travel insurance requiredTransfer details
Departure
13 Apr 2025
12:30 PM
Koror
Palau International Airport: ROR
Return
20 Apr 2025
08:30 AM
Koror
Palau International Airport: ROR
What's included
- Meals and snacks
- Water, tea and coffee
- Towels and toiletries
- Tanks and weights
- Night dives
- Transfers
What's not included
- Dive and travel insurance
- Koror State permit - US$55 valid for 5 days
- Or Jellyfish Lake permit - US$105 valid for 5 days
- Peleliu permit - US$63 per person valid for 10 days
- 10% PGST
To be paid in advance or onboardOptional Extras
- Single supplement - 95%
- Alcoholic drinks
- Soft drinks
- Gratuities
- Equipment rental - US$75 per day
- 15L tanks - US$260 per trip
- Nitrox - US$199 per trip
- Diving courses
- Satellite phone or email connection
To be booked in advance or paid onboardHighlights
- Circular trip around the best sites of Palau
- Dense schools of marine life and dramatic underwater scenery
- Dive the famous Blue Corner and other world-class sites
- Encounter manta rays, prolific marine life and sharks
- Explore the dramatic drop-offs and immense walls of Ngemelis
- Share the currents of Peleliu with large pelagics
- Check-out dive on a Japanese WWII wreck, the Helmet
- Explore the stunning Rock Island with its jellyfish lake
- Night dives included most evenings
Day 1:Check-in and board the vessel in Koror at around 12:30. You will then be assigned your cabin and given a welcome/safety briefing before the vessel gets underway.Days 2-6:The Ocean Hunter team will take you to the best dive sites in Palau, offering up to 5 guided dives a day. You will dive at world-famous dive sites in Koror State such as Blue Corner, German, Channel, Ulong Channel, Siaes Corner, and more. Visit Jellyfish Lake to snorkel with thousands of non-stinging jellyfish before the Ocean Hunter team will take you to the breathtaking reefs of Peleliu Island.The crew of the Ocean Hunter have been working on the vessel for at least 9 years and know every corner of Palau. Underwater and above, the Ocean Hunter team offers the best possible service to make your diving holidays in one of the three best diving areas in the world unforgettable.Day 7:This morning we will make the most of the last dives of our trip, before returning to port in the afternoon.Day 8:Guests will disembark the vessel after breakfast, at around 08:00.Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.Payment & cancellation terms
- Written cancellations received 366 days or more before arrival date there is no fee.
- 360 - 181 days prior to arrival date 33% of deposit.
- 180 - 91 days prior to arrival date, all deposits/payments are non-refundable.
- 90 - 0 days prior to arrival, 100% of total amount (no refund).
Payment policy34% deposit - required to secure reservation.
33% - 6 months prior to departure.
33% balance - due 90 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 90 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.Cancellation policySpecial offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.Sold out - 22Apr 20258D / 7N
Best of Palau and New Moon Spawning (7N)
Up to 30 divesfrom $3,845Overview
8 days / 7 nightsUp to 30Advanced Open Water - Minimum 30 divesDive and travel insurance requiredTransfer details
Departure
22 Apr 2025
12:30 PM
Koror
Palau International Airport: ROR
Return
29 Apr 2025
08:30 AM
Koror
Palau International Airport: ROR
What's included
- Meals and snacks
- Water, tea and coffee
- Towels and toiletries
- Tanks and weights
- Night dives
- Transfers
What's not included
- Dive and travel insurance
- Koror State permit - US$55 valid for 5 days
- Or Jellyfish Lake permit - US$105 valid for 5 days
- Peleliu permit - US$63 per person valid for 10 days
- 10% PGST
To be paid in advance or onboardOptional Extras
- Single supplement - 95%
- Alcoholic drinks
- Soft drinks
- Gratuities
- Equipment rental - US$75 per day
- 15L tanks - US$260 per trip
- Nitrox - US$199 per trip
- Diving courses
- Satellite phone or email connection
To be booked in advance or paid onboardHighlights
- Circular trip around Palau’s top sites during the new moon
- Planned to give you the best new moon spawning experience
- Dense schools of marine life and dramatic underwater scenery
- Dive the famous Blue Corner and other world-class sites
- Encounter manta rays, prolific marine life and sharks
- Explore the dramatic drop-offs and immense walls of Ngemelis
- Share the currents of Peleliu with large pelagics
- Check-out dive on a Japanese WWII wreck, the Helmet
- Spawning aggregations of bumphead parrotfish
- Hear underwater bangs as male bumpheads collide in combat
- Explore the stunning Rock Island with its jellyfish lake
- Night dives included most evenings
Day 1:Check-in and board the vessel in Koror at around 12:30. You will then be assigned your cabin and given a welcome/safety briefing before the vessel gets underway.Days 2-6:The Ocean Hunter team will take you to the best dive sites in Palau, offering up to 5 guided dives a day. You will dive at world-famous dive sites in Koror State such as Blue Corner, German, Channel, Ulong Channel, Siaes Corner, and more. Visit Jellyfish Lake to snorkel with thousands of non-stinging jellyfish before the Ocean Hunter team will take you to the breathtaking reefs of Peleliu Island.The crew of the Ocean Hunter have been working on the vessel for at least 9 years and know every corner of Palau. Underwater and above, the Ocean Hunter team offers the best possible service to make your diving holidays in one of the three best diving areas in the world unforgettable.Humphead parrotfish can be identified by the bulbous bump on their forehead. They are the largest member of the parrot family and grow over one metre (three feet) in length. Just before the new moon cycle schools of thousands of these fish will migrate for a short spawning interval. The aggregation occurs for about 30 minutes early in the morning, then they propel themselves toward the surface in an explosive demonstration. The surrounding water becomes milky with millions of tiny eggs that will be swept out to the sea. A highly impressive event.Day 7:This morning we will make the most of the last dives of our trip, before returning to port in the afternoon.Day 8:Guests will disembark the vessel after breakfast, at around 08:00.Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.Payment & cancellation terms
- Written cancellations received 366 days or more before arrival date there is no fee.
- 360 - 181 days prior to arrival date 33% of deposit.
- 180 - 91 days prior to arrival date, all deposits/payments are non-refundable.
- 90 - 0 days prior to arrival, 100% of total amount (no refund).
Payment policy34% deposit - required to secure reservation.
33% - 6 months prior to departure.
33% balance - due 90 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 90 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.Cancellation policySpecial offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.Sold out - 29Apr 20258D / 7N
Best of Palau (7N)
Up to 30 divesfrom $3,845Overview
8 days / 7 nightsUp to 30Advanced Open Water - Minimum 30 divesDive and travel insurance requiredTransfer details
Departure
29 Apr 2025
12:30 PM
Koror
Palau International Airport: ROR
Return
06 May 2025
08:30 AM
Koror
Palau International Airport: ROR
What's included
- Meals and snacks
- Water, tea and coffee
- Towels and toiletries
- Tanks and weights
- Night dives
- Transfers
What's not included
- Dive and travel insurance
- Koror State permit - US$55 valid for 5 days
- Or Jellyfish Lake permit - US$105 valid for 5 days
- Peleliu permit - US$63 per person valid for 10 days
- 10% PGST
To be paid in advance or onboardOptional Extras
- Single supplement - 95%
- Alcoholic drinks
- Soft drinks
- Gratuities
- Equipment rental - US$75 per day
- 15L tanks - US$260 per trip
- Nitrox - US$199 per trip
- Diving courses
- Satellite phone or email connection
To be booked in advance or paid onboardHighlights
- Circular trip around the best sites of Palau
- Dense schools of marine life and dramatic underwater scenery
- Dive the famous Blue Corner and other world-class sites
- Encounter manta rays, prolific marine life and sharks
- Explore the dramatic drop-offs and immense walls of Ngemelis
- Share the currents of Peleliu with large pelagics
- Check-out dive on a Japanese WWII wreck, the Helmet
- Explore the stunning Rock Island with its jellyfish lake
- Night dives included most evenings
Day 1:Check-in and board the vessel in Koror at around 12:30. You will then be assigned your cabin and given a welcome/safety briefing before the vessel gets underway.Days 2-6:The Ocean Hunter team will take you to the best dive sites in Palau, offering up to 5 guided dives a day. You will dive at world-famous dive sites in Koror State such as Blue Corner, German, Channel, Ulong Channel, Siaes Corner, and more. Visit Jellyfish Lake to snorkel with thousands of non-stinging jellyfish before the Ocean Hunter team will take you to the breathtaking reefs of Peleliu Island.The crew of the Ocean Hunter have been working on the vessel for at least 9 years and know every corner of Palau. Underwater and above, the Ocean Hunter team offers the best possible service to make your diving holidays in one of the three best diving areas in the world unforgettable.Day 7:This morning we will make the most of the last dives of our trip, before returning to port in the afternoon.Day 8:Guests will disembark the vessel after breakfast, at around 08:00.Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.Payment & cancellation terms
- Written cancellations received 366 days or more before arrival date there is no fee.
- 360 - 181 days prior to arrival date 33% of deposit.
- 180 - 91 days prior to arrival date, all deposits/payments are non-refundable.
- 90 - 0 days prior to arrival, 100% of total amount (no refund).
Payment policy34% deposit - required to secure reservation.
33% - 6 months prior to departure.
33% balance - due 90 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 90 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.Cancellation policySpecial offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.Limited availability
2025
2026
2027
Cabins
Standard cabin, lower deck
Bunk beds
2 peopleShareableDeluxe cabin, lower deck
Bunk beds
2 peopleShareableDeluxe cabin, upper deck
Bunk beds
2 peopleShareableMaster stateroom, upper deck
King size bed
2 peopleNon shareable
- If you are a solo traveller, we aim to allocate shared cabins on a same-sex basis.
- Non-shareable cabins can not be shared with another single traveler outside your party. A single occupancy surcharge will be applied.