A Floating Resort in the Pacific’s Last Frontier
With daily embarkation and no set itinerary, this 39-metre catamaran offers rare access to Palau’s UNESCO-listed Rock Islands and more than 500,000 square kilometres of protected ocean. Designed for both comfort and discovery, it brings travellers closer to coral reefs, cultural landmarks and remote shorelines than any land-based stay ever could.
Eleven staterooms, including the panoramic Explorer Suite, accommodate just 25 guests. On board, life unfolds with relaxed elegance: open-air dining, curated dive experiences, yoga on deck and spa rituals infused with Palauan botanicals. A PADI Five-Star Dive Centre, resident marine biologist and two custom dive tenders ensure every journey is tailored to the guest.
No two days are the same. Snorkel with reef sharks and turtles at German Channel, kayak across volcanic lagoons, or explore WWII relics and traditional bai meeting houses on Peleliu. Culinary moments celebrate island flavours and personal stories, with dishes often drawn from the crew’s heritage and Palauan traditions.
Whether travelling solo, joining by cabin or booking a private charter, this is a journey shaped by freedom, curiosity and an extraordinary sense of place.
Four Seasons Explorer, Palau
At a glance
- Vessel: 39 m (128 ft) luxury catamaran with three guest-accessible decks
- Accommodation: 11 staterooms, including four family rooms and one panoramic Explorer Suite
- Guest Capacity: Up to 25 guests
- Crew: 12, including dive instructors, marine biologist, spa therapist and expert chefs
- Design: Casual chic interiors with teak finishes, Indian textiles and expansive ocean views
- Embarkation: Daily, with no minimum stay
- Private Charter: Available for dive, surf and island-hopping expeditions
- Homeport: The Rock Islands Southern Lagoon, Palau
- Builder: Image Marine, Perth, Australia | Interior Designers: Kathryn Kng and Cedric Jaccard
Onboard for Leisure & Discovery
- Dining blends regional flavours with international finesse, served across indoor and outdoor spaces, with highlights including toes-in-the-sand dinners, castaway-style beach picnics, and daily menus shaped by the personal stories of the culinary team.
- Wellness unfolds in open-air spa settings on the upper deck or secluded island beaches, complemented by daily yoga sessions designed to restore balance after time in or on the water.
- Adventure is centred around a PADI Five-Star Dive Centre with access to world-renowned dive sites like Blue Corner, German Channel and Helmet Wreck, alongside daily opportunities for snorkelling, paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing and free diving.
- Exploration ashore includes jungle hikes to hidden waterfalls, WWII site visits, birdwatching and cultural experiences at traditional bai houses, stone monoliths and sacred rock art sites.
- Connection to place is deepened through daily marine biology talks, Palauan-led cultural insights, and a shared respect for the principle of omengull, a way of life centred on honouring nature, people and tradition.
A hugely enjoyable nine-day trip, expertly organised from start to finish. The itinerary covered everything we wanted to see and do, with excellent guides, drivers and seamless logistics throughout. The documentation was clear and helpful, and the London office was consistently responsive, knowledgeable and efficient.
We’ve been using Ultimate Travel for many years and have always experienced first-class, friendly, and professional service. Catherine has been our go-to person in recent years, and her exceptional support has made every trip trouble-free. Our holidays with AmaWaterways have been seamless, and we’re truly grateful to Catherine for making it all possible.
