Dive At Cambodia Waters
The main diving areas in Cambodia are around the nearer islands like Koh Rong, Koh Rong Saloem and Koh Koun (Kon) - which are good for macro diving. Further north is Koh Totang in the Koh S’Dach Archipelago. The best dives are further out - Koh Tang and Koh Prins and the more distant Poulo Wai.
Introduction
The main diving areas in Cambodia are around the nearer islands like Koh Rong, Koh Rong Saloem and Koh Koun (Kon) - which are good for macro diving. Further north is Koh Totang in the Koh S’Dach Archipelago. The best dives are further out - Koh Tang and Koh Prins and the more distant Poulo Wai.
The best time to dive the Koh Sdach Archipelago is November and May. The peak season is from January until Mid April. The second week of July brings in the monsoon season and for this reason diving is sometimes limited due to the weather in the months of July/August/September.
August and September too are wet months and although diving in these months come with their own charm; generally these months offer slightly reduced visibility and rougher seas than the peak periods.
With water temperatures not dropping below 27°C and averaging 29°C, diving here is extremely comfortable and enjoyable to learn. Visibility in our surrounding waters can vary from 10m-40m depending on the site and the season. Currents can range from nothing to strong and are completely dependent on the dive site and the tides.
There are dive sites suited for all levels of divers; however some of the best ones require an advanced level of certification.
Dive Site Information
There is an enormous variety of macro-life. The diving around the islands closer to shore reflects this and tends to be fairly shallow - 10-15 m max. Further out there are deeper pinnacles, wrecks and a greater number of pelagics and larger fish.
Dive Sites of Cambodia :
Corner Bar. Koh Koun.
Koh Tang Virgin Reef. Koh Tang Virgin Reef.
Diving the Koh Sdach Archipelago.
Condor Reef. Koh Sdach > Koh Kong.
Shark Island. Koh Sdach > Koh Kong.
The Dive Shop. Sihanoukville.
EcoSea Dive. Sihanoukville.
Scuba Nation Diving Centre. Phnom Penh & Sihanoukville.
When to dive Cambodia?
You can dive throughout the year but November and May are both excellent months to go - quieter than peak season but with good weather. The Water temperature is always warm, around 28 oC for much of the time. The dry season is from November to May. During the wet season it mostly rains in the afternoon.
Most visits to Cambodia are trouble-free, but there have been incidents of tourists having their bags snatched in the tourist areas of Sihanoukville and nearby islands. Emergency numbers in Cambodia are 117 for police and 119 for ambulance. Make sure you take adequate travel insurance.
What's Included
Onboard shower and toilet
Tanks, weights and weight belt
Water, tea and coffee
Light snack after the first dive
Soft dive gear (full foot fins, wetsuit and mask) – requested sizes subject to availability.
What's Excluded
• Equipment rental
• Marine park fee
• 4 x AA sized batteries (if required for night dive)
• Airfare (if any)
• Taxes and fuel surcharges,
• Personal expenses (includes drinks, bills and tips),
• Travel insurance (proof of insurance required),
• Visa application and fees (if applicable),
• Gratitude for the Boat Crew / Guide
Dive Trip Requirements
• Valid passport and Visa (if applicable)
• Cash in local currency
• Personal Medication
• Travel Insurance (recommended)
• Able to snorkel/swim in the sea
• Minimum of PADI Open Water Diver Certification or equivalent (for leisure diver)
Equipment needed for the excursion:
Sun cream, hat, flip flop or sandals, swimming suit, beach wear, towel, camera
How to Get There
• By Air, Land and Sea
Payment Terms
SGD 100 deposit required upon confirmation of booking of accommodation and dive trip.
Payment payable once upon confirmation of booking of accommodation and or with dive trip package/s.
Equipment Rental
Rates (SGD)/ Per Day
Dive Torch : SGD 10
Dive Computer : SGD 15
Dive Computer - D4i : SGD 30
Camera : SGD 35
The US dollar is the main currency used in Cambodia. ATMs are available in Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville, Siem Reap and in some other major towns. Not all of them accept foreign debit and credit cards though - check with your bank before you go.
Disclaimer
Estimated rates for booking, Exact cost of dive trip booking depends on each dive itinerary and arrangement package. Invoice on the payment details will be sent to your personal email account upon booking.
The US dollar is the main currency used in Cambodia. ATMs are available in Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville, Siem Reap and in some other major towns. Not all of them accept foreign debit and credit cards though - check with your bank before you go.
Includes Boat transport, and for each pax meal - Breakfast, Lunch and transport back and forth to your hotel or resort or hostel accomodation.
If you will like to book for the accomodation for a stay for 1 Night or more for yourself and family members or for a tour group etc. , please indicate for your accomodation booking, for the number of days/nights of stay here in Philippines, and we will arrange for you.
Subjective to availability.
An invoice will be sent to you via email on the separate payment charges for accomodation stay.
Applicable to local and foreign visitors :
• The arrangement of the sequence of the itinerary is subject to change with/without prior notice.
• In the event that the venue of attraction is closed to visitors, it will be replaced with an alternative venue if possible.
• May request for travel itinerary from us via email.
• During trade fairs or the peak season, accommodation stay may not be inclusive.
All dive trip/s are subjected to the weather conditions and change in itinerary.
If the dive trip unfortunately has to postpone or cancelled, there can be a request for arrangement for another dive trip. Subjected to approval and availability of boat charters.
Cancellation Policy
Any change in trip dates after booking confirmation will be subjected to SGD 100 administrative fees per change/s. Full fees will be charges for packages cancelled or postponed with less than 28 days notice.
If you cancel less than 28 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, full payment will be non-refundable. If more than 28 days, 50% of the package price will be forfeited with an administrative charge of SGD 50 Payable to the dive shop.
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
* The timings are as estimated proposed. Diving trip is subjected to road/traffic/tide/weather conditions on the day of trip.
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
All dive trip/s are subjected to the weather conditions and change in itinerary.
If the dive trip unfortunately has to postpone or cancelled, there can be a request for arrangement for another dive trip.
Subjected to approval and availability of boat charters.
Passport & Visa Requirements
Please check you have the required travel documents before booking your dive trip.
Ensure that your passport has at least 6 months validity from your time of entry into Cambodia.
Application for Tourists Visa :
Tourist visas are available on arrival at the Phnom Penh or Siem Reap international airports, for $30. You will need a passport photograph. You can also get an eVisa online before you travel. Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months.
