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DAN article on Yap manta cleaning stations and coral care
Stammtisch
Stammtisch is Yap's signature manta dive.
Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate5m - 7m
Reef
A shallow, static cleaning-station dive in Mi'l Channel with mantas passing overhead.
About Stammtisch
Stammtisch is Yap's signature manta cleaning-station dive, reached by boat into the Mi'l Channel for a shallow, static reef sit. Divers settle low on the coral ridge while reef manta rays glide overhead, with cleaner wrasse working the station and other reef fish around the channel edge. It is a calm, precision-style dive that rewards stillness, good buoyancy, and respect for the coral.
Safety & Access
Safety Notes
Stay below the cleaning station and avoid touching the coral ridge while mantas pass overhead.
Where Is Stammtisch?
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Local Intel For Stammtisch
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shallow static dive at the cleaning station, ideal for close manta observation.
Snorkeling
Best experienced from scuba while staying low below the station rather than as a casual snorkel.
Wildlife at Stammtisch
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Stammtisch
Access · 4/5Simple entry
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Coral · 4/5Healthy coral
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Aquatic Life · 5/5Exceptional variety
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Facilities · 4/5Good facilities
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Current · 1/5No current
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- VisibilityResearch estimate
- 10m
