Things to Do in Long Island Park

Start with Long Island Park itself. This strip of reclaimed land juts into Malakal Harbor. It is nothing like the jungle-clad Rock Islands. The air carries salt from the channel and diesel fumes from passing work boats. A working harbor's sharp tang mixes with the sweet, almost cloying scent of frangipani blossoms planted along the paths. The visual contrast hits immediately. On one side, you will see the deep blue of the open channel toward the Pacific. On the other, the sheltered, calmer turquoise of the harbor dotted with dive boats and local fishing skiffs. Underfoot, the paved walkway feels solid and hot in the afternoon sun. This is a stark departure from the soft give of a forest trail. Come here for a slow, contemplative stroll. Skip the adventurous trek. Instead, watch Palau's daily rhythms from a new vantage point.