Palau Explorer
  • Home
  • Experiences
  • Multi-Day-Packages
  • Explorer Blog
  • Contact
  • info@palauexplorer.com
Facebook
Instagram
BlueSky
Palau Explorer
  • Home
  • Experiences
  • Multi-Day-Packages
  • Explorer Blog
  • Contact

The Stone Money's connection to Palau

The Hidden Story of Palau - How a Small Pacific Nation Became the Source of the World's Most Famous Stone Money

In the crystalline waters of the western Pacific lies one of history's most extraordinary monetary mysteries. While the world knows of Yap's famous stone money, few realize that every single massive limestone disc began its journey in the quarries of Palau - 250 miles across dangerous open ocean.

1.01
Badrulchau a cultural site in Palau

Explore Badrulchau

Explore Badrulchau: Palau's Ancient Stone Monoliths | Palau Explorer

A mysterious monument often called the "Easter Island of Micronesia", part of the Palau Explorer Rhythms of Nature - Waterfall Wonders & Cultural Trails Experience.

1.02
Man walking across a sandbank towards a tropical island in Palau

How to get to Palau?

Getting to Palau has never been easier with new direct flight routes and expanded airline options making this Pacific paradise more accessible than ever. Whether you're planning your first Palau adventure or returning to explore more of Micronesia's pristine waters, this comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about reaching our home, the Republic of Palau.

1.03
e-cigarettes are prohibited in Palau

Palau's E-Cigarette Ban

Palau E-Cigarette Ban 2024 - Complete Guide to Vaping Laws & Penalties

Palau, the breathtaking archipelago in the western Pacific, takes public health and environmental preservation extremely seriously, especially regarding tobacco and nicotine products.

E-cigarettes (vapes) are strictly prohibited throughout the country. Here's everything you need to know about the ban, penalties, and other restrictions for travelers visiting Palau in 2024.

1.04
snorkeling masks on the sand

German Channel - Palau's Manta Ray Paradise

German Channel: Palau's Manta Ray Paradise - Palau Explorer

Explore German Channel with us - see manta rays following each other and feeding in shallow waters - an unforgettable event.

About

Palau Explorer's Blog is your gateway to discovering the hidden gems and untold stories of this Pacific paradise, offering authentic insights, practical travel tips, and local knowledge from those who know Palau best.

Categories

  • All
  • Island Stories
  • Travel Tips
  • Good to know
  • Dive & Snorkel Sites

Tags

  • Snorkeling
  • Stone Money
  • Rock Islands
  • Milky Way Lagoon
  • Photography
  • Cultural Tour
  • Kayaking
  • Multi Day

Palau Explorer
Let's go explore

Making every journey in Palau smooth, memorable, and true to the spirit of the islands. From your first inquiry to your last day in paradise, we handle the details so you can simply enjoy the beauty, stories, and warm hospitality that make Palau unforgettable.

Contact

37 Main Street, Koror, 96940 Palau

Copyright © Palau Explorer. All Rights Reserved.

Getting to Palau

  • Qantas Airlines
  • China Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • Nauru Airlines
  • Palau International Airport

Travel Essentials

  • Palau Entry Form
  • Palau Entry Requirements
  • Palau Customs Regulations
  • Palau Drone Registration
  • Palau Wikipedia
  • Moon & Tide Tracker

Palau Explorer Policies

  • Booking & Payment Policy
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Health & Safety Policy
  • Weather & Activity Policy

Follow us

  • Facebook
  • BlueSky
  • Instagram
  • 小红书
  • About Us