A quiet Palauan island shadowed by one of WWII's fiercest battles
A small, jungle-covered coral island in the south of Palau, home to a few hundred people in a sleepy village. Beneath its calm today lies the ground of one of the Pacific War's bloodiest battles, its forest still strewn with wartime relics.
Long inhabited by Palauans, Peleliu was seized as a Japanese airfield in WWII. The 1944 Battle of Peleliu pitted U.S. Marines against a deeply entrenched Japanese garrison in a brutal two-month fight that cost thousands of lives on both sides.
Best Nov–May · Wetter Jul–Sep but still diveable — this reflects Palau's seasonal weather and crowds.
Visa on arrival (30 days, most passports). Entry rules depend on your nationality and change often — always confirm with the official Palau government or embassy before you travel.
US Dollar (USD). You can convert USD to the live local rate right on this page.
English is the primary language in Palau.
Dial 911 for emergencies in Palau.
Tap water here is generally rated "Tap safe". When unsure, choose sealed bottled or filtered water.
Type A/B. Bring a compatible adapter — you can build a full packing list for Peleliu on this page.
Safety varies by neighbourhood and changes over time, so there's no one-word answer. The local emergency number is 911. Check SkyOSK's safety notes for Peleliu and your government's current travel advisory before you go.