Palau Jellyfish Lake
Marine & Pelagic
Marine Invertebrates
Beginner
Palau — Eil Malk Island
Year-round
Overview
Swim among millions of non-stinging golden jellyfish in an ancient marine lake.
Equipment
- Mask and snorkel
- Underwater camera
- Reef shoes
- Rashguard
Safety Notes
- No fins allowed — they damage jellyfish
- No scuba diving — toxic layer at depth
Identification Tips
1
Jellyfish follow the sun across the lake
2
Morning light creates best photography
3
Do not dive deep — toxic hydrogen sulfide layer below 15m
Species Checklist
| Species | Likelihood | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Jellyfish | common | Millions throughout lake |
| Moon Jellyfish | uncommon | In channels connecting lakes |
| Mandarin Fish | rare | Dusk in rock crevices outside lake |
| Nautilus | rare | Deep reef walls near island |