The coast of Cambodia has some great dive spots, many of which are seldom visited by tourists due to the distance to get there. Sihanoukville offers some excellent macro-life and muk diving, or exploring, that is not found in more crowded areas of South East Asia.
Groups are small making Cambodia an excellent place o learn to dive. PADI, SSI and National Geographic courses are offered by a handful of dive operators in town. Trips and courses are often cheaper in Cambodia than the Thai islands making Sihanoukville a popular destination for dive students.
All of the dive centers offer excursions with an overnight on one of the outlaying islands and multiple dives. There aren’t any dive centers in Kaput or Kep but Koh Kong has two schools.
Some of the marine life to be seen include: seahorses, octopus, cobia, batfish, cat sharks, porcupine fish, spotted rays, harlequin sweet lips and giant puffers. As well, artillery from the Vietnam is often spotted. Visibility ranges from 5m to 25m depending on the weather and location.
