Travel Suggestions?

I have some time off in April of 2011 and want to plan a dive trip. I'm thinking Palau, but would like to hear what you guys think about photo opportunities in Palau, and the conditions at that time of year. If not there then I want some place that offers the following

- the chance for big animal encounters like sharks

- some colorful fish

- clear water

By the way I've already been to Fiji, Cocos, Socorro, and the Bahamas. I wanted to go with Jim Abernethy, but he's sold out...

suggestions?

- the chance for big animal encounters like sharks

Aliwal shoal and the tiger shark dives would be good then.

And Protea Banks with bull sharks.

Have you tried Tiger Beach with Scott Smith aka Dolphin Dream? http://www.sharkexpedition.com I'm always surprised that Jim Abernethy is known more for Tiger Beach than the orginal founder.

You are free to dive when you want with the sharks from his boat.

I was at Tiger Beach with him last week and saw tiger sharks and lemon sharks, a hammerhead was also seen

I forgot about Aliwal shoal. Any suggestions for diver operators?

I forgot about Aliwal shoal. Any suggestions for diver operators?

Mark at Blue Wilderness.

I did not go with him but I have heard he is the man.

http://www.sharkbookings.com/blue-wilderness-tiger.html