Micronesia

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Micronesia is in many respects a tropical paradise. A romantic, uspoiled destination for the world traveller, the islands offer culture, adventure, and breathtaking landscape. Micronesia has a long and storied history, and today is rich in both traditional cultural practice and diversity.

Understanding Micronesia area

Guam, a U.S. territory, is the largest and most populous island, considered the “gateway” to Micronesia. The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) is a U.S. Commonwealth consisting of 14 islands just to the north of Guam, and along with Guam, forms the Mariana Islands archipelago.

Palau and The Federated States of Micronesia (Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei and Kosrae), are both independent island nations in a Compact of Free Association with the U.S. and together make up the nations in Caroline Islands archipelago to the south of Guam.

The Republic of the Marshall Islands is also an independent island in a Compact of Free Association with the U.S. approximately 1500 miles to the east of Guam and is comprised of many small low lying islands and atolls.

Info source by paradises.com & micronesiatour.com

Best time to dive?

Micronesia really is a playground for diving fanatics and beginners. The tropical climate provides some of the best diving environments for all-year round enjoyment. The dry season is between December and April and the rainy season lasts from April to December, but that doesn’t mean the underwater worlds cease their energetic splendour. 

Info source by paradises.com

Best time to Dive?

Micronesia really is a playground for diving fanatics and beginners. The tropical climate provides some of the best diving environments for all-year round enjoyment. The dry season is between December and April and the rainy season lasts from April to December, but that doesn’t mean the underwater worlds cease their energetic splendour. 

Info source by paradises.com

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Sea Life

Scuba divers can view the Multicolor angelfishMulticolor Angelfish (Centropyge multicolor) as well as the Slender Reef-Dameselfish. Yellowband wrasseYellowband Wrasse, Blennies, Manta Ray and the Pygmy Triplefin are other species of fish that attract a great deal of attention from visitors.
Throughout Hawaii, Micronesia and the Marshalls region you will also be able to find a variety of Sand Darts. These small ocean dwelling animals belong to the Kraemeriidae family and they are very quick. An early morning trip to one of the beaches will give you the best chance to catch a glimpse of these Micronesian wonders. Info source by listofcountriesoftheworld.com

Dive Sites

Micronesia literally translates to “small islands” and accounts for the scattering of tropical islands over more than three million square miles of the Pacific Ocean. Most visitors to Micronesia come near and far to snorkel or scuba dive within the many wrecks from World War II and unearth the uncrowded reefs that blossom with an abundance of marine life.

Scuba Diving in GUAM

Guam’s reefs are colorful, gorgeous and teeming with life, from the colorful coral heads to the multitudes of sea creatures that call them home. Many of Guam’s beautiful blue sights are just off its shores; others are a quick boat ride away. Scuba diving is a booming business on Guam, and you’ll find competitive rates, quality equipment and experienced instructors to rival any instructors of the world. Info Surce “VISIT GUAM”

The Blue Hole

Considered to be Guam’s signature natural feature dive, the Blue Hole is a crevice that opens into the ocean floor off Orote Peninsula. The dive begins at 50’ and lets out at 135.’ The visibility in this area can be an incredible 100’+. Look out for large tuna, unicorn fish, and reef sharks on this beautiful blue ocean dive.

Many of Guam’s beautiful blue sights are just off its shores; others are a quick boat ride away. Scuba diving is a booming business on Guam, and you’ll find competitive rates, quality equipment and experienced instructors to rival any instructors of the world.

American Tanker

Most shipwrecks lie in fairly deep waters. But resting on the south side of the Apra Harbor jetty, this water barge turned artificial reef starts at 50’, making it a great beginner wreck dive. Stop to take your picture with the American flag, a stunning site under water.

Amae Island

A short boatride from Agat marina lies this interesting rock island, complete with a shallow cave to pass through. Go at night and keep your eyes open for lobster. This is also a great snorkel spot, accessible by kayak. Info Source by theguamguide.com

Scuba Diving in PALAU

If you were given your choice of afterlife and you chose a diver’s heaven, chances are it would look a lot like the Republic of Palau. Five-hundred miles east of the Philippines in Micronesia, this Pacific island nation has long been a dream destination for underwater adventurers because of its almost unfair allotment of dramatic drop-offs, blue holes, psychedelic reefs of every type, World War II wrecks and so many species of fish (1,250-plus). Mantas congregate at the German Channel’s cleaning station, reef sharks surf the currents at Blue Corner,

and Jacques Cousteau once called the Big Drop-Off “the world’s best wall dive.” Info souce by ISLANDS-PALAU

German Channel

German miners created this channel during the early part of the 20th century. Since then, coral formations have made the channel quite narrow, to the point that even liveaboards have trouble making their way to the area at times.

German Channel Wall is where all the great diving happens, where a sandy bottom greets you at 17 meters deep before sloping into even greater depths.

Chandelier Cave

The Chandelier Cave provides a dive that is out of this world, but might not be for divers that do not like closed spaces, are claustrophobic or uncomfortable diving in the dark. This small cave system consists of 5 connected caves, four of which can easily be explored during the dive.

Blue Corner

Blue Corner is is the most highly requested dive site in Palau and one of the most well-known dive sites on the planet. The unpredictable currents throughout the site are quite strong, though, so this site is best reserved for advanced divers only.

Peleliu Wall

Peleliu Wall is one of the most beautiful and deepest wall dives in all of Palau. Home to deep canyons and crevices, Peleliu Wall is known for its large pelagic action, and its steep walls are covered with large sea fans and beautiful corals.

 

Dive sites info source by palaudiveadventures.com

 

 

 

 

Scuba Diving in YAP

Manta Rays are some of the most beautiful sea creatures on the planet, and diving with them is an eco-tourist’s dream come true. Their movement is elegant and awesome, and they are amazingly friendly. Now the manta rays have their first designated protected area in the western Pacific, around Yap Island in the Federated States of Micronesia. The Yap legislature, in 2008, passed a law protecting the habitat of our resident population of manta rays out to 12 miles offshore, an 8,243-square-mile area, comprising 16 main islands and atolls and 145 islets.

The marine ecosystem around Yap Island is a remarkable bionetwork of cleaning stations, with sufficient density of planktonic organisms and a pollution-free environment. This is an irreplaceable haven and allows Yap’s manta ray population to be yearlong residents.

 

People come from all over the globe to dive in the warm, clear waters that encompass the islands. Diving and snorkeling with the resident population of manta rays is great year round. These gentle giants of the sea come into the lagoons each day to feed and to have their bodies cleaned by small fish at areas called cleaning stations. Divers and snorkelers can get an up close view of the action. During certain times of the year, the mantas may also mate, forming a train-like chain as the males follow the females in a state of courtship. The outer reefs and drop-offs are teeming with life, from schooling shoals of reef fish to turtles, sharks and eagle rays.

 

From big animals to the smallest of critters, diving in Yap has something for everyone. And the diving is relatively easy at most of the sites. Beginners can feel comfortable right from the start, and experienced old salts will cherish the freedom to explore the variety of attractions. Yap is home to a large quantity of macro life, beautiful hard coral gardens, and some spectacular big animal encounters. Explore untouched sites with names like Yap Caverns, Lionfish Wall, Vertigo and Valley of the Rays.

 

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Scuba Diving in CHUUK LAGOON

The many islands within this huge atoll are crowned with natural beauty. The outer barrier reef is punctuated with idyllic sand spits dotted with coconut palms. The high islands in the central lagoon rise into the blue island skies.

Chuuk State is consisted of 290 islands and total land area is about 135 k㎡. Two hundred fifty of the islands are uninhabited. The island where people lives has wonderful nature and many peoples are still in traditional life.

There are many wartime wrecks on land and underwater.

The underwater is famously known as the world’s greatest wreck diving.

Sankisan Maru

The Sankisan sunk after suffering a hit to an aft hold full of ordinance, causing a devastating explosion. However, what is left of the wreck makes for an excellent dive for both snorkelers and divers. The shallow masts are endowed with dense soft coral growth, while the cargo areas hold truck chassis and ammunition. NIPPO MARU 351 Feet Cargo Ship rests upright with a slight list to port. This extraordinary wreck lies in 150’ of water, with her masts rising to 70’.

Fujikawa Maru

his fairly shallow cargo ship is considered one of Chuuk’s “must dives.” The Mitsubishi-built ship features a bow gun encrusted by multi-colored sponges and coral. The bow is blanketed with soft corals, fans and sea anemones, while the holds contain a water tank, ammunition for the bow gun, propeller blades, cowling and many other aircraft parts.

Nippo Maru

351 Feet (107m) Cargo Ship rests upright with a slight list to port. This extraordinary wreck lies in 150’ of water, with her masts rising to 70’. She was also loaded with seven 12cm guns in hold 5, 4 anti-tank guns on the starboard deck  70’.

San Francisco Maru

A mysterious and deep dive, the San Francisco still cradles many large, well-preserved war relics. Tanks rest on the main deck, while the forward hold contains mines.

Shark Island

Enjoy your dive feeding the sharks and experiencing their friendliness.

 

 

Info source by visit-chuuk.com

Scuba Diving in POHNPEI

The island’s hard coral reefs and colorful dropoffs are enchanting. Sea anemones, soft corals and colorful gorgonian sea fans dot the walls. Sharks, sea turtles and manta rays are seen at many sites around Pohnpei.
A short boat trip can be made to two neighboring atolls, Ant and Pakin, that exude the aura of paradise unspoiled. Here, the true meaning of pristine diving comes to the fore. Whether it be riding a raging current out to sea through an island pass or exploring a deep fan laden chasm, the atolls are a fantastic experience. info source by visit-micronesia.fm

North Side Sites

“Manta Road” is easily Pohnpei’s most famous dive spot due to its resident community of manta rays (including the all-black Black Morph variety) that cruise back and forth through the narrow channel as they filter-feed.

 

South Side Sites

“Nahlap” is a dive that curves around the corner of the reef east of Nahlap (island). It’s best known for sponges and schools of mackerel, jacks, and rainbow runners. Reef sharks and turtles are also occasionally seen. 9-40 meters.

 

And Atoll

Currents can be swift anywhere outside the lagoon and in Dauenai (Pass), but particularly on the east wall. Visibility can reach 50 meters (164 feet). You’ll need a boat to get to all of the dive sites except “Turtle Canyons,”

East Side Sites

“Straight Wall”  is on the outer edge of the long, straight fringing reef east of Nahnningi (Joy) Island. It’s a good place to see schools of tuna and barracuda hanging out beyond the wall. It’s also one of the few places you might spot sea turtles

 

West Side Sites

“Dauahk wall” This drift-dive follows the outer barrier reef wall north of Kepidauen Dauahk. Things to see here include eagle rays, napoleon wrasse, gray reef sharks, and schools of dog-tooth tuna. 10-40 meters.

 

Pakin Atoll

Pakin has similar features and conditions as And, except that the atoll has no true passage into the lagoon — which is limiting. Divers will mostly want to stay outside the lagoon.

Dive sites info source by  pohnpei-adventure.com

 

 

 

Scuba Diving in THE MARIANAS ISLANDS

The Marianas offers a wide variety of activities to keep your days filled with fun and adventure. Wander around the local market after enjoying time in the museum, or explore the oceans beautiful underwater scenes.

Grotto - SAIPAN

Named one of world’s top cavern dive sites, this natural sinkhole is connected to the ocean by three submerged tunnels. The Grotto offers indelible variations of blue, making it a must-see destination for both visitors and locals alike.

 

Maritime Heritage Trail - SAIPAN

Located within the protected waters of the Saipan lagoon, the majority of this dive site includes two Japanese shipwrecks, two Japanese aircrafts, two U.S. aircrafts, a U.S. landing vehicle, and two Japanese landing crafts, all found in the clear waters between Garapan, Tanapag Harbor, and Mañagaha Island.

 

Ice Cream is a seamount like Dimple, located on the west side of Saipan that is home to dozens of baby eel, several anemones, and their anemone fish. This is a shallow dive with the base of the seamount at 50 feet and the top at 18 feet.

Fleming - TINIAN

This is a very good wall dive from a boat that has great coral formations and is abundant with smaller animals and fish. The wall drops off to more than 200 feet and has impeccable visibility on Tinian.

 

Tinian Grotto - TINIAN

The Grotto is the most popular cavern dive in Tinian. With three main entry points into the cavern, most divers enter from the hole at the top, leading to a beautiful room inside.

 

Rota Hole - ROTA

The most popular dive site in Rota, this is an advanced dive that is done from a boat. The diver enters the cavern from the ocean at about 40 feet. Once inside, there are many schools of fish and lobster.

 

 

Info source by mymarianas.com

 

 

 

How to Arrive

TO PALAU: As you arrive in Palau, a flight through the clouds offers a panoramic view of the dazzling coral seas and lush green islands. The Republic of Palau is easily accessible by way of flights by some of the following airlines: United Airlines with daily flight direct from Guam, and 2 flights a week direct from Manila, Philippines. Delta Air Lines with 3 flights a week direct from Narita, Japan to Palau. Asiana Airlines with 4 flights a week direct from Seoul (Incheon), Korea to Palau.
TO GUAM is located in close proximity to many Asian countries including Japan, Korea, Philippines, Hong Kong, China and Taiwan. The average travel time from Guam to key Asian cities is 3.5 to 4.5 hours. Travel time to Hawaii is 7 hours.
Here re some International flights to Guam: United Airlines, Japan Airlines, Jeju Air, T’Way Air, China Airlines, Philippine Airlines.

TO SAIPAN (Mariana Islands): International flights are provided by: Delta Airlines, From Japan – Tokyo/Narita, Asiana Airlines.

TO ROTA (Mariana Islands): Domestic commuter flights are provided by: Cape Air (United Airlines Connection), Star Marianas Air.

TO TINIAN (Mariana Islands): Domestic commuter flights are provided by: Star Marianas Air

TO YAP: Travel to Yap is available via United Airlines.

TO CHUUK LAGOON: Travel to Chuuk is available via United Airlines and Air Niugini.

TO POHNPEI: Travel to Pohnpei is available through Guam and Hawaii via United Airlines, Air Niugini and Nauru Airlines.

TO KOSRAE: Kosrae is on the United Airlines Island Hopper route, which travels 4 times a week between Hawaii and Guam.

TO MARSHALL ISLANDS: Services (by air) are provided by United Airlines from Guam and Honolulu on a weekly basis.

Info source by micronesiatour.com

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