Okau Stone Path
Okau
Ancient stone-slab paths wind between villages, passing coconut groves and taro fields and connecting stone money, traditional meeting houses and villages; a classic walking route through Yap's old roads.
Stone-paved path networks once linked Yap's villages, and some of the ancient roads are still in use. The stone paths around Okau are well preserved, flanked by tall coconut palms, betel nut palms and taro fields. Along the way you can see village dance grounds, stone money and house stone platforms. A one-hour walk is possible with a cultural guide arranged by your hotel, or on an island cultural tour. The path crosses private village land, so you must have a guide or village permission. In local custom, carrying a green leaf in your hand symbolizes passing in peace; ask your guide about etiquette before entering the village.
Opening hours
Daytime (guide required)
Nearby sights
- Yorlap Men's House, Gal Village
- Yap Living History Museum
- WWII Japanese Aircraft Wrecks
- Colonia
- Mi'l Channel (Manta Ridge)
- Gachpar Stone Money Bank
- Yap Outer Reef Dive Sites (Vertigo, Yap Caverns)
- Goofnuw Channel (Valley of the Rays)