Preah Sihanouk
Explore this destination and discover its diving opportunities.
Explore Cambodia
Diving in Cambodia offers an enchanting underwater journey, often overlooked in the diving community yet rich with surprises. The Gulf of Thailand graces the Cambodian coastline, presenting an array of vibrant dive spots. Here, divers can explore lively coral reefs teeming with marine life. Expect to encounter a variety of colorful fish, seahorses, and possibly even elusive whale sharks and dolphins, depending on the season. The island of Koh Rong is particularly popular, offering diverse diving experiences from shallow shore dives to adventurous boat excursions.
One of Cambodia's unique dive attractions is its lesser-known wreck dives. These sites provide a thrilling exploration of history beneath the waves, as divers glide past the sunken remnants scattered along the seabed. Additionally, the country's dive season, stretching from November to May, affords divers excellent conditions with warm waters and high visibility. For those seeking a deeper connection with the ocean, liveaboard trips offer extended diving adventures. These immersive journeys provide a front-row seat to Cambodia's underwater world, with captivating sunsets and starry nights as a backdrop. With its tranquil and unspoiled dive environments, Cambodia stands out as a hidden gem, offering a serene and memorable diving experience.
Power Plug Type
A, C, G
Payment Method
VISA, MC, AMEX, Cir, Plus
Tipping
0-10% / Restaurant Staff / Service charges are typically added to restaurant bills, eliminating the need to tip.
Currency
KHR
Dial Code
+855
Electricity
230 V / 50 Hz
Time
UTC+7
Places to explore
Dive Centers
Dive Sites
Top Wildlife Sightings in Cambodia
Cambodia's marine life, particularly around its southern islands like Koh Rong and Koh Sdach, is both diverse and vibrant. Divers can expect to see an array of common reef fish, including parrotfish, butterflyfish, and angelfish. These are prevalent throughout the year, offering consistent sightings for underwater enthusiasts. Seasonal highlights make diving in Cambodia particularly exciting. From November to May, it's possible to encounter majestic sea turtles, such as the hawksbill and green turtles, especially around deeper dive sites. Additionally, the gentle bamboo sharks and elusive blue-spotted rays are more likely to be spotted during these months, adding a thrill to the diving experience. The likelihood of encountering these species increases in less frequented and healthier reef systems, where the biodiversity thrives.
Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content
Shutterstock-Shane Myers Photography
Green Turtle
29 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 200
Alamy-WaterFrame
Moray Eel
27 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 27
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Barracuda
25 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 300
Alamy/Reinhard Dirscherl
Octopus
19 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 28
Udo Kefrig
Clownfish
227 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 3000
SSI-Peter-Schinck
Nudibranch
161 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 90
Shutterstock-Rich Carey
Angelfish
146 Sightings
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22
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 130
Shutterstock_Krzysztof Odziomek
Butterfly Fish
107 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 130
AdobeStock-JirinaVFR
Pufferfish
97 Sightings
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13
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16
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 100
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Parrotfish
82 Sightings
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