

Best for beginner divers, 3-6m, shore entry.
Sam's Restaurant Wall is a shallow reef and muck site in Koror and Babeldaob, Palau, offering depths between 3 and 6 metres. This shore entry site is suitable for beginners and snorkellers, with visibility typically ranging from 5 to 10 metres. The site is accessible year-round and features full facilities, including equipment rental and air fills. Divers should exercise caution regarding sharp coral and rocks during entry and maintain vigilance for boat traffic in the area. The site is also suitable for night diving, with dusk being the optimal time to observe mandarinfish as they emerge to feed.
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Come back at dusk specifically to watch the mandarinfish, as they appear briefly around sunset and are easy to miss if you arrive too late. The site is diveable year-round and full facilities on site, including air fills, mean you can plan a double-dive day without needing to travel far between sessions.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
3-6m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth of 3 to 6 metres and lack of current.
Yes, the shallow depths make this site appropriate for both snorkellers and divers.
Access is via a shore entry. Be aware of sharp coral and rocks when entering the water.
Divers and snorkellers should watch for sharp coral and rocks during entry and remain vigilant for boat traffic while in the water.
Yes, the site provides parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, a dive shop, boat charters, guided tours, gear storage, and a cafe.
Diving at Sam's Restaurant Wall in Koror requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Sam's Restaurant Wall in Koror. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Sam's Restaurant Wall in Koror. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Visibility at Sam's Restaurant Wall in Koror typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.