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Clam City

Shallow Palau clam sanctuary with coral garden and easy boat access.

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The site is usually visited as part of a guided Rock Islands boat trip from Koror.

One of the easier Rock Islands dives from Koror; best for slow reef observation, giant clams and beginner-friendly water rather than current or depth.

About Clam City

Clam City is a shallow Palau coral garden known for its giant clam sanctuary, where large Tridacna clams sit among staghorn and Porites formations in easy clear water. The dive usually unfolds as a relaxed tour around the clam beds and surrounding coral patches rather than as a current-driven route, which is why it also works well for snorkellers and newer divers. Planning is simple: it is a short boat trip from Koror and one of the gentler Rock Islands stops, so the main goal is slow observation and careful finning around the clams rather than chasing depth or drift.

Research Estimate At Clam City

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VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
Coral HealthHealthy coral
Marine LifeGreat variety
CrowdedModerate
Current StrengthNo current

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Clam City Planning Details

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Reported Depth

10m+

Depth Note

Site depth given as 10 m (30 ft).

Best Season

Palau diving runs year-round, but the drier months from roughly November to April often bring the easiest weather and clearer surface conditions for shallow Rock Islands sites.

Typical Conditions

Expect calm shallow water, bright coral garden scenery and enough visibility to enjoy the clam beds without needing aggressive current management.

Safety & Access At Clam City

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Safety Notes

This is an easy site in layout, but the giant clams and fragile coral make buoyancy and fin control especially important. Treat it as a slow observation dive and avoid standing or bracing anywhere near the clam beds.

Access Restrictions

Clam City is normally visited by boat from Koror or the Rock Islands day-boat circuit rather than by any form of shore entry.

Local Intel For Clam City

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Scuba

Most scuba groups make a simple circuit around the clam sanctuary and surrounding coral heads, keeping the profile shallow and relaxed.

Snorkel

Snorkellers can enjoy much of the same clam and coral scenery because the site stays shallow and is often picked for easy water days.

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