The Rock Islands of Palau are a biodiversity hotspot, a popular ecotourism destination, and a cultural icon for the Palauan people.| Oceanic Society
Palau is home to some of the world's best snorkeling. From gorgeous, healthy corals, to excellent visibility, Palau is a must snorkel!| Oceanic Society
Raymond Boland is a Hawaiian Research Biologist at NOAA, as well as an educator and diving specialist. Ray has a B.S. in Biology from the University of Hawaii and a M.S. in Marine Science from Hawaii Pacific University. He is a SCUBA instructor, Rebreather Instructor and First Aid/CPR/AED and Oxygen…| Oceanic Society
We've been harnessing the power of travel to support conservation since 1969. Tourism and Ocean Health The travel and tourism industry is booming with 1.4 billion international arrivals per year, 80 percent of which occur in coastal areas. According to industry analysts, nature-based tourism (or ecotourism) is the fastest growing…| Oceanic Society
Our behavior change program works to improve ocean health by motivating human behavior changes that support healthy oceans.| Oceanic Society
Snorkel Palau’s legendary Rock Islands and reefs. Encounter turtles, sharks, and rays while supporting marine conservation in Micronesia.| Oceanic Society
Meet Oceanic Society's dynamic staff, board of directors, and naturalists.| Oceanic Society
Explore our list of nature travel experiences and plan your next adventure. We are a nonprofit with 50+ years of nature travel leadership.| Oceanic Society