PADI AOW Advanced Open Water Diver

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PADI AOW Advanced Open Water Diver

Palau is a true ocean paradise with complex underwater terrain, including reefs, drop-offs, and headlands. Many of the best dive sites average 15-30 meters deep. If you're only an Open Water Diver, you might miss out on the most spectacular parts of these sites.

Ready to explore more of the ocean? Join our Advanced Open Water Diver course! We’ll take you down to 30 meters and teach you the skills to handle different conditions, unlocking a whole new world of dive sites.

Dive deeper and embrace our blue planet even further.

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The thalassophile club maintains a neutral stance on visiting Dolphin Bay. Generally, we oppose the captivity of marine mammals; however, the ecosystem at Dolphins Pacific is unique. We have personally inspected the environment and met the trainers, and we believe they are doing their best to care for the dolphins living there. That said, we completely respect your decision if you are firmly against any form of wildlife captivity.

Highlights
  • Two-day course includes PADI Advanced Open Water materials, five boat dives, and two days of full gear rental (a $120 value).
  • Instruction available in Chinese, English, and Cantonese for a comfortable experience.
  • Taught by PADI instructors from Hong Kong/Taiwan with a 1:4 ratio to ensure your safety and personalized attention.
  • A progressive course designed to help you master practical diving skills step-by-step.
  • Enjoy a premium lunch box with soup or dessert while out on the Pacific—eat well and dive happy.
  • Free Nitrox course intro: learn about gear and global diving trends. Add the full Nitrox course and certification for just +US$ 180 (regularly US$ 225).
Requirements
  • Must hold a PADI Open Water Diver certification or equivalent.
  • Must be at least 12 years old; participants under 18 require a guardian's signed consent.
  • Must be in good health and sign the "Liability Release and Assumption of Risk Agreement" and "Medical Statement"
  • If you have any medical conditions, please obtain doctor's approval before starting the course.
Pricing

US$ 660*  

* A surcharge applies for single-person bookings.

Students can add the "PADI EANx Enriched Air Diver" course for a special price of US$ 180 (regularly US$ 225).

Itinerary

Embrace the Palau-style island vibe! Our trips are relaxed, comfortable, and never rushed, so you can truly soak in the ocean.

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Wreck diving in the beautiful waters of Palau

As a former WWII Pacific theater battleground, Palau is home to many famous shipwrecks. Most of these lie in relatively calm inner lagoons, keeping them remarkably well-preserved. Over the years, they have transformed into thriving habitats for coral, shellfish, and fish. The AOW course gives you the chance to learn wreck diving techniques and safety protocols while enjoying a unique and exciting underwater experience.

A diver's silhouette in Palau's famous Blue Hole

One of Palau’s most famous dive sites, the Blue Hole, is a photographer's dream. When sunlight streams into the cavern, it creates a stunning "angel light" effect, perfect for capturing beautiful silhouettes. The cavern reaches depths of up to 40 meters, and during the course, we will take you down to 30 meters so you can experience the changes and excitement of deep diving.

Activity Details

The Advanced Open Water Diver course includes two core adventure dives (Underwater Navigation and Deep Dive) plus three elective adventure dives to refine your buoyancy and navigation skills. We’ll take you down to 30 meters and teach you the techniques to handle various conditions, unlocking a whole new world of dive sites!

Course Content

  • Open Water Training: Five dives, including two core adventure dives and three elective adventure dives.
  • Knowledge reviews for relevant modules and logbook entries.

Two Required Dives

  1. ‍Deep Adventure Dive:Learn the techniques for diving at depths of 18-30 meters.‍
  2. Underwater Navigation:Underwater navigation can be tricky, but in this PADI specialty, your instructor will help you master it. By the end, you'll be able to navigate confidently using natural cues and your compass, giving you a great sense of direction underwater.

Three Elective Dives

Most Popular Adventure Dives:

  • Boat Diving: Boat diving is a must in Palau, as every dive we do is from a boat. This course covers boat entry and exit techniques, boat layout, and safety tips to help you fall in love with boat diving. Wreck Diving: Palau was a key island chain during WWII, and many shipwrecks now rest on the seafloor. Learning wreck diving lets you explore real historical sites that most people never get to see. Drift Diving: It’s normal to feel nervous about currents when you’re a beginner, but as an Advanced Open Water diver, you’ll learn how to understand and handle different current conditions. Many of Palau’s famous dive sites are perfect for "riding the current" or using a reef hook. Want to experience the thrill of being carried by the current? Sign up now! AWARE Fish Identification: Ever come back from a dive unable to describe the cool creatures you saw? You need a Fish ID class! EANx Enriched Air Nitrox: Diving with Nitrox has many benefits, such as longer no-decompression limits, more bottom time at the same depth, and shorter surface intervals between repetitive dives. It’s a specialty used on many international dive trips.

Palau’s diverse marine topography offers a wide range of fun and exciting dive options. Other adventure dives available for your training include: Night Diving, Underwater Naturalist, Digital Underwater Imaging, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Search and Recovery, Side-mount, AWARE Shark Conservation, AWARE Fish Identification, and Dive Against Debris. Our instructors will tailor your adventure dives to match your personal interests.

One of Palau’s most famous dive sites, the Blue Hole, is a photographer's dream. When sunlight streams into the cavern, it creates a stunning "angel light" effect, perfect for capturing beautiful silhouettes. The cavern reaches depths of up to 40 meters, and during the course, we will take you down to 30 meters so you can experience the changes and excitement of deep diving.

One of Palau’s most famous dive sites, the Blue Hole, is a photographer's dream. When sunlight streams into the cavern, it creates a stunning "angel light" effect, perfect for capturing beautiful silhouettes. The cavern reaches depths of up to 40 meters, and during the course, we will take you down to 30 meters so you can experience the changes and excitement of deep diving.

As a former WWII Pacific theater battleground, Palau is home to many famous shipwrecks. Most of these lie in relatively calm inner lagoons, keeping them remarkably well-preserved. Over the years, they have transformed into thriving habitats for coral, shellfish, and fish. The AOW course gives you the chance to learn wreck diving techniques and safety protocols while enjoying a unique and exciting underwater experience.

As a former WWII Pacific theater battleground, Palau is home to many famous shipwrecks. Most of these lie in relatively calm inner lagoons, keeping them remarkably well-preserved. Over the years, they have transformed into thriving habitats for coral, shellfish, and fish. The AOW course gives you the chance to learn wreck diving techniques and safety protocols while enjoying a unique and exciting underwater experience.

Course Details

The Advanced Open Water Diver course includes two core adventure dives (Underwater Navigation and Deep Dive) plus three elective adventure dives to refine your buoyancy and navigation skills. We’ll take you down to 30 meters and teach you the techniques to handle various conditions, unlocking a whole new world of dive sites!

Course Content

  • Open Water Training: Five dives, including two core adventure dives and three elective adventure dives.
  • Knowledge reviews for relevant modules and logbook entries.

Two Required Dives

  1. ‍Deep Adventure Dive:Learn the techniques for diving at depths of 18-30 meters.‍
  2. Underwater Navigation:Underwater navigation can be tricky, but in this PADI specialty, your instructor will help you master it. By the end, you'll be able to navigate confidently using natural cues and your compass, giving you a great sense of direction underwater.

Three Elective Dives

Most Popular Adventure Dives:

  • Boat Diving: Boat diving is a must in Palau, as every dive we do is from a boat. This course covers boat entry and exit techniques, boat layout, and safety tips to help you fall in love with boat diving. Wreck Diving: Palau was a key island chain during WWII, and many shipwrecks now rest on the seafloor. Learning wreck diving lets you explore real historical sites that most people never get to see. Drift Diving: It’s normal to feel nervous about currents when you’re a beginner, but as an Advanced Open Water diver, you’ll learn how to understand and handle different current conditions. Many of Palau’s famous dive sites are perfect for "riding the current" or using a reef hook. Want to experience the thrill of being carried by the current? Sign up now! AWARE Fish Identification: Ever come back from a dive unable to describe the cool creatures you saw? You need a Fish ID class! EANx Enriched Air Nitrox: Diving with Nitrox has many benefits, such as longer no-decompression limits, more bottom time at the same depth, and shorter surface intervals between repetitive dives. It’s a specialty used on many international dive trips.

Palau’s diverse marine topography offers a wide range of fun and exciting dive options. Other adventure dives available for your training include: Night Diving, Underwater Naturalist, Digital Underwater Imaging, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Search and Recovery, Side-mount, AWARE Shark Conservation, AWARE Fish Identification, and Dive Against Debris. Our instructors will tailor your adventure dives to match your personal interests.

Itinerary

day 1

9 am
10 am
12 noon
1:30 pm

4 pm
6 pm

Registration and orientation
Theory class
Lunch
Equipment setup and use
Knowledge review
Written exam
Return to hotel

day 2

9 am
12:30 pm
2 pm
4 pm

Confined water session - Pool
Lunch
Open Water Dive 1
End of day / Return to hotel

day 3

8:30 am
9:15 am
12 pm
2 pm
3 pm
4 pm
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Hotel pickup and boat departure
Open Water Dives 2 & 3
Lunch on boat or uninhabited island
Open Water Dive 4
Return trip
Return to hotel

Itinerary
Pre-course

Registration and course orientation
Gear fitting

day 1

8:30 am
10 am
11 am
12 noon
1:30 pm
3 pm
4 pm

Hotel pickup and boat departure
Open Water Dive 1
Open Water Dive 2
Lunch
Open Water Dive 3
Return trip
End of day / Return to hotel

day 2

8:30 am
10 am
11 am
12 noon
1:30 pm
3 pm
4 pm

5 pm

Hotel pickup and boat departure
Open Water Dive 4
Open Water Dive 5
Lunch
Optional extra dive / snorkeling / rest
Return trip
Return to hotel
Knowledge review and logbook
Graduation! Certificate presentation

One of Palau’s most famous dive sites, the Blue Hole, is a photographer's dream. When sunlight streams into the cavern, it creates a stunning "angel light" effect, perfect for capturing beautiful silhouettes. The cavern reaches depths of up to 40 meters, and during the course, we will take you down to 30 meters so you can experience the changes and excitement of deep diving.

One of Palau’s most famous dive sites, the Blue Hole, is a photographer's dream. When sunlight streams into the cavern, it creates a stunning "angel light" effect, perfect for capturing beautiful silhouettes. The cavern reaches depths of up to 40 meters, and during the course, we will take you down to 30 meters so you can experience the changes and excitement of deep diving.

As a former WWII Pacific theater battleground, Palau is home to many famous shipwrecks. Most of these lie in relatively calm inner lagoons, keeping them remarkably well-preserved. Over the years, they have transformed into thriving habitats for coral, shellfish, and fish. The AOW course gives you the chance to learn wreck diving techniques and safety protocols while enjoying a unique and exciting underwater experience.

As a former WWII Pacific theater battleground, Palau is home to many famous shipwrecks. Most of these lie in relatively calm inner lagoons, keeping them remarkably well-preserved. Over the years, they have transformed into thriving habitats for coral, shellfish, and fish. The AOW course gives you the chance to learn wreck diving techniques and safety protocols while enjoying a unique and exciting underwater experience.

Course Details

The Advanced Open Water Diver course includes two core adventure dives (Underwater Navigation and Deep Dive) plus three elective adventure dives to refine your buoyancy and navigation skills. We’ll take you down to 30 meters and teach you the techniques to handle various conditions, unlocking a whole new world of dive sites!

Course Content

  • Open Water Training: Five dives, including two core adventure dives and three elective adventure dives.
  • Knowledge reviews for relevant modules and logbook entries.

Two Required Dives

  1. ‍Deep Adventure Dive:Learn the techniques for diving at depths of 18-30 meters.‍
  2. Underwater Navigation:Underwater navigation can be tricky, but in this PADI specialty, your instructor will help you master it. By the end, you'll be able to navigate confidently using natural cues and your compass, giving you a great sense of direction underwater.

Three Elective Dives

Most Popular Adventure Dives:

  • Boat Diving: Boat diving is a must in Palau, as every dive we do is from a boat. This course covers boat entry and exit techniques, boat layout, and safety tips to help you fall in love with boat diving. Wreck Diving: Palau was a key island chain during WWII, and many shipwrecks now rest on the seafloor. Learning wreck diving lets you explore real historical sites that most people never get to see. Drift Diving: It’s normal to feel nervous about currents when you’re a beginner, but as an Advanced Open Water diver, you’ll learn how to understand and handle different current conditions. Many of Palau’s famous dive sites are perfect for "riding the current" or using a reef hook. Want to experience the thrill of being carried by the current? Sign up now! AWARE Fish Identification: Ever come back from a dive unable to describe the cool creatures you saw? You need a Fish ID class! EANx Enriched Air Nitrox: Diving with Nitrox has many benefits, such as longer no-decompression limits, more bottom time at the same depth, and shorter surface intervals between repetitive dives. It’s a specialty used on many international dive trips.

Palau’s diverse marine topography offers a wide range of fun and exciting dive options. Other adventure dives available for your training include: Night Diving, Underwater Naturalist, Digital Underwater Imaging, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Search and Recovery, Side-mount, AWARE Shark Conservation, AWARE Fish Identification, and Dive Against Debris. Our instructors will tailor your adventure dives to match your personal interests.

Itinerary

day 1

9 am
10 am
12 noon
1:30 pm

4 pm
6 pm

Registration and orientation
Theory class
Lunch
Equipment setup and use
Knowledge review
Written exam
Return to hotel

day 2

9 am
12:30 pm
2 pm
4 pm

Confined water session - Pool
Lunch
Open Water Dive 1
End of day / Return to hotel

day 3

8:30 am
9:15 am
12 pm
2 pm
3 pm
4 pm
‍

Hotel pickup and boat departure
Open Water Dives 2 & 3
Lunch on boat or uninhabited island
Open Water Dive 4
Return trip
Return to hotel

Itinerary
Pre-course

Registration and course orientation
Gear fitting

day 1

8:30 am
10 am
11 am
12 noon
1:30 pm
3 pm
4 pm

Hotel pickup and boat departure
Open Water Dive 1
Open Water Dive 2
Lunch
Open Water Dive 3
Return trip
End of day / Return to hotel

day 2

8:30 am
10 am
11 am
12 noon
1:30 pm
3 pm
4 pm

5 pm

Hotel pickup and boat departure
Open Water Dive 4
Open Water Dive 5
Lunch
Optional extra dive / snorkeling / rest
Return trip
Return to hotel
Knowledge review and logbook
Graduation! Certificate presentation

One of Palau’s most famous dive sites, the Blue Hole, is a photographer's dream. When sunlight streams into the cavern, it creates a stunning "angel light" effect, perfect for capturing beautiful silhouettes. The cavern reaches depths of up to 40 meters, and during the course, we will take you down to 30 meters so you can experience the changes and excitement of deep diving.

One of Palau’s most famous dive sites, the Blue Hole, is a photographer's dream. When sunlight streams into the cavern, it creates a stunning "angel light" effect, perfect for capturing beautiful silhouettes. The cavern reaches depths of up to 40 meters, and during the course, we will take you down to 30 meters so you can experience the changes and excitement of deep diving.

As a former WWII Pacific theater battleground, Palau is home to many famous shipwrecks. Most of these lie in relatively calm inner lagoons, keeping them remarkably well-preserved. Over the years, they have transformed into thriving habitats for coral, shellfish, and fish. The AOW course gives you the chance to learn wreck diving techniques and safety protocols while enjoying a unique and exciting underwater experience.

As a former WWII Pacific theater battleground, Palau is home to many famous shipwrecks. Most of these lie in relatively calm inner lagoons, keeping them remarkably well-preserved. Over the years, they have transformed into thriving habitats for coral, shellfish, and fish. The AOW course gives you the chance to learn wreck diving techniques and safety protocols while enjoying a unique and exciting underwater experience.

Course Details

The Advanced Open Water Diver course includes two core adventure dives (Underwater Navigation and Deep Dive) plus three elective adventure dives to refine your buoyancy and navigation skills. We’ll take you down to 30 meters and teach you the techniques to handle various conditions, unlocking a whole new world of dive sites!

Course Content

  • Open Water Training: Five dives, including two core adventure dives and three elective adventure dives.
  • Knowledge reviews for relevant modules and logbook entries.

Two Required Dives

  1. ‍Deep Adventure Dive:Learn the techniques for diving at depths of 18-30 meters.‍
  2. Underwater Navigation:Underwater navigation can be tricky, but in this PADI specialty, your instructor will help you master it. By the end, you'll be able to navigate confidently using natural cues and your compass, giving you a great sense of direction underwater.

Three Elective Dives

Most Popular Adventure Dives:

  • Boat Diving: Boat diving is a must in Palau, as every dive we do is from a boat. This course covers boat entry and exit techniques, boat layout, and safety tips to help you fall in love with boat diving. Wreck Diving: Palau was a key island chain during WWII, and many shipwrecks now rest on the seafloor. Learning wreck diving lets you explore real historical sites that most people never get to see. Drift Diving: It’s normal to feel nervous about currents when you’re a beginner, but as an Advanced Open Water diver, you’ll learn how to understand and handle different current conditions. Many of Palau’s famous dive sites are perfect for "riding the current" or using a reef hook. Want to experience the thrill of being carried by the current? Sign up now! AWARE Fish Identification: Ever come back from a dive unable to describe the cool creatures you saw? You need a Fish ID class! EANx Enriched Air Nitrox: Diving with Nitrox has many benefits, such as longer no-decompression limits, more bottom time at the same depth, and shorter surface intervals between repetitive dives. It’s a specialty used on many international dive trips.

Palau’s diverse marine topography offers a wide range of fun and exciting dive options. Other adventure dives available for your training include: Night Diving, Underwater Naturalist, Digital Underwater Imaging, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Search and Recovery, Side-mount, AWARE Shark Conservation, AWARE Fish Identification, and Dive Against Debris. Our instructors will tailor your adventure dives to match your personal interests.

Itinerary

day 1

9 am
10 am
12 noon
1:30 pm

4 pm
6 pm

Registration and orientation
Theory class
Lunch
Equipment setup and use
Knowledge review
Written exam
Return to hotel

day 2

9 am
12:30 pm
2 pm
4 pm

Confined water session - Pool
Lunch
Open Water Dive 1
End of day / Return to hotel

day 3

8:30 am
9:15 am
12 pm
2 pm
3 pm
4 pm
‍

Hotel pickup and boat departure
Open Water Dives 2 & 3
Lunch on boat or uninhabited island
Open Water Dive 4
Return trip
Return to hotel

Itinerary
Pre-course

Registration and course orientation
Gear fitting

day 1

8:30 am
10 am
11 am
12 noon
1:30 pm
3 pm
4 pm

Hotel pickup and boat departure
Open Water Dive 1
Open Water Dive 2
Lunch
Open Water Dive 3
Return trip
End of day / Return to hotel

day 2

8:30 am
10 am
11 am
12 noon
1:30 pm
3 pm
4 pm

5 pm

Hotel pickup and boat departure
Open Water Dive 4
Open Water Dive 5
Lunch
Optional extra dive / snorkeling / rest
Return trip
Return to hotel
Knowledge review and logbook
Graduation! Certificate presentation

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Course Details

  • The course includes two days of full equipment rental (wetsuit included). Participants only need to bring their own swimwear and a towel. Please provide a digital ID photo for certification (any size, file size must be 300KB or larger).

Diving Guidelines

  • Boat rides to dive sites take about 30-50 minutes. If you are prone to seasickness, we recommend bringing your own motion sickness medication. Actual dive sites are determined based on weather, currents, wave conditions, and the preferences and fitness of the group. For safety reasons, the lead dive guide reserves the right to make the final decision. Please follow your guide's instructions at all times and do not wander off from the group. Any costs or legal liabilities resulting from unauthorized departure or reckless behavior will be the sole responsibility of the individual. Please protect the ocean; do not touch coral or other marine life during your dives. Be mindful of your physical condition. If you are hungover, overly exhausted, or feeling unwell, please assess your fitness before diving. Avoid alcohol for at least eight hours before diving. For safety, every participant must wear a dive computer on every dive and adhere to its no-decompression limits and other instructions. If a computer "locks out" due to improper diving, the company reserves the right to prohibit the participant from diving until the computer is fully functional again, with no compensation provided. At specific sites (such as Blue Corner, Siaes Corner, Ulong Channel, or Peleliu Express), every participant must carry a reef hook to ensure safety and prevent damage to the coral. Flying is prohibited within 12 hours of a single dive or 18 hours of repetitive dives. To protect the coral reefs, Palau has banned sunscreens containing harmful ingredients. We recommend physical sun protection (rash guards and hats) instead of sunscreen. Please avoid wearing makeup, and if you must use sunscreen, choose an "ocean-friendly" product.

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Cancellation, Changes, and Refund Policy

‍1. Cancellations, Changes, or Transfers (Non-Force Majeure)

  1. After booking, any requests for cancellation, changes, or transfers must be submitted in writing. We will confirm receipt in writing within 24 hours. The date of our confirmation serves as the official record for processing.
  2. Cancellation fees are as follows:
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    • 60+ days before departure: Full refund minus bank transfer fees.
    • 21–60 days before departure: 10% of the total tour cost.
    • 4–20 days before departure: 40% of the total tour cost.
    • 1–3 days before departure: 70% of the total tour cost.
    • Day of departure, no-shows, unauthorized departure, or failure to notify: No refund.
  3. If our actual costs incurred to fulfill the contract exceed these percentages, the traveler will be responsible for the actual expenses.
  4. All refunds are subject to bank transfer fees.

2. Travelers unable to reach Palau — Flight delays or cancellations due to natural disasters or force majeure (including but not limited to typhoons, heavy rain, thunderstorms, earthquakes, pandemics, sudden lockdowns, etc.)

  1. If travelers are unable to arrive in Palau on the scheduled date due to the aforementioned force majeure, affecting the start of the trip, our company can offer: Rescheduling (subject to supplier availability and feasible dates); or Refunds: Diving fees will be refunded after deducting incurred costs; accommodation, meals, and related services will be handled according to the supplier's refund policy. Our company will assist in submitting applications, but we do not guarantee full refunds from suppliers. Our company is not responsible for refunds.

3. Travelers already in Palau — Activities canceled due to weather or Palau NEMO maritime warnings (including "small craft advisories" or other official safety restrictions issued by the Palau National Emergency Management Office).

  1. If diving activities are canceled or partially unavailable due to the above reasons: Diving activity fees: Refunded after deducting incurred costs. Accommodation, meals, and other services: Handled according to supplier policies. Our company reserves the right to adjust the order of activities, substitute dive sites, or change the itinerary.

4. Inability to depart as scheduled, delayed arrival, or mid-trip departure due to personal reasons (including connecting flight delays, transit issues, visa factors, personal circumstances, etc.)

  1. For those unable to participate in all or part of the activities due to personal reasons, no refunds, compensation, or alternative activities will be provided. Travelers may still join the remaining portion of the trip upon arrival.

5. Voluntarily opting out of activities during the trip

  • If travelers choose not to participate in scheduled activities (including meals, diving, transportation, sightseeing, etc.) during the trip, it is considered a voluntary withdrawal, and no refunds or compensation may be requested.

6. Agency responsibilities and recommendations

  1. Our company strongly recommends that travel agencies advise travelers to purchase travel insurance that covers weather, flight delays, cancellations, and natural factors. Our company reserves the right to adjust accommodation, transportation, meals, and other itinerary arrangements to an equivalent standard without lowering the quality.
  • We strongly recommend that group members purchase travel insurance that covers trip cancellations due to weather and other natural conditions.

Equipment Rental Terms

  • Please verify the size of the rented equipment and ensure it is completely free of defects at the time of rental. Any damage or loss caused by personal negligence must be compensated at the full value.

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What's Included
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Course Fee
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Diving Gear
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PADI certification fee (subject to meeting certification requirements)
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Ferry fare
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scuba air tanks
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Lunch
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Drinking Water and Beverages
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Round-trip shuttle service from downtown hotels
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Travel Agency Liability Insurance
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Rock Islands State Park Permit / Jellyfish Lake Permit
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Individual travel insurance and other insurance not mentioned
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Gratuity
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Any other personal expenses not mentioned above
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10% PGST (Palau Goods and Services Tax)

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