"Let's Go Diving ! "

Located in the westernmost corner of Micronesia , Palau is an archipelago of more than 400 islands with less than 20,000 inhabitants. Consistently ranked as one of the world's best dive destinations, Palau is the ultimate paradise for the adventurous traveler, boasting some of the most spectacular water and beaches and world famous for its rock islands and Jellyfish Lake . With more than 1,400 species of fish and 500 species of coral, some have called Palau the "8th Natural Wonder of the World", while others have identified Palau as "One of the Seven Underwater Wonders of the World."

Yap is the most intriguing island in Micronesia . It is a land steeped in ancient traditions, fascinating legends, and peopled by one of the most distinctive cultures in the Pacific. Attractions like a handmade seaside men's house, cultural village tours, huge, ancient stone money discs and stone money banks, dancing, handicraft making, marine life and mangrove forests highlight a visit to this unique outpost.

Yap is famous for its clear waters where schools of tuna, dolphins and reef fish are found in abundance. Observing the greatly varied marine life on the reefs and in the channels has become a must for divers around the world. While clear waters and sheer dropoffs certainly describe Yap's diving, one fact stands above the rest. Yap is the world's foremost destination for seeing manta rays up close and personal. There is no other place on earth where they can be seen on such a consistent basis year 'round. This fact has catapulted Yap to the top on all lists of the finest diving attractions in the world.

Our trip will leave Cincinnati on August 18 th and return on September 2 nd, 2007 .

The first week will be spent on the Palau Aggressor. See http://www.aggressor.com/subpage11.php for additional information on the Aggressor. The second week will be spent at the Manta Ray Bay Hotel Resort in Yap . See http://www.mantaray.com/ and click on “Hotel” for additional information on the truly gorgeous resort. We have 2 spaces left, please call or email as soon as possible if you are interested in going with us to this exotic paradise. Air is not included, but may be added.

All trips prices are subject to change without notice, due to air and fuel charges and taxes.

Tri-State Scuba Water Academy
5802 Wooster Pike
Cincinnati, OH 45227
513-271-2800