🇨🇦Snorkeling, Freediving, and Scuba in Cambodia

Gulf of Thailand

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South China Sea

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South China Sea

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Sunda Shelf

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Gulf of Thailand

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Gulf of Tonkin

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Southern Vietnam

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Back Door

Back Door is located at the northern end of M’pai Bay and is accessible via a short boat ride of less than 10 minutes to the mooring buoy. Divers can easily descend using the provided line. The site reaches a maximum depth of 14 meters and typically experiences little to no current. Notable features include a concrete block that often attracts pufferfish, along with a large gorgonian and various schools of fish. The surrounding reef is characterized by a dense arrangement of both soft and hard corals.

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Barracuda point

Barracuda Point is located approximately 50 minutes by boat from M’pai Bay. The dive site begins in shallow waters with a combination of rocky and sandy substrates, gradually leading to a coral reef rich in marine life. Divers can expect to encounter various species of reef fish, barracuda, stingrays, and octopus in the sandy areas. The reef is also home to a diverse array of nudibranchs and crabs.

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Cobia Cave

Cobia Cave features an overhang at a depth of 13.5 meters along the fringing coral reef. The rock formations provide shelter for various marine life, with critters often found hiding in the crevices. A small fishing boat, which sank some time ago, is also present at the site. Divers may encounter cobia fish and schools of barracuda, while batfish and angelfish are commonly seen around the rock cracks. Occasionally, larger tusk fish and sweetlips can be spotted as well.

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Coral Garden

Coral Garden is a recently rediscovered dive site featuring a diverse array of hard corals, soft corals, sponges, and whip corals. The site reaches a maximum depth of 15 meters and is accessible by boat, making it suitable for divers of all experience levels. Among the whip corals, divers can observe various marine life, including camouflaged pipefish, clownfish, parrotfish, groupers, and the occasional stingray.

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Corner bar

Corner Bar is situated at Koh Koun, an uninhabited island near M’pai Bay. The dive site is accessible via a shore entry, with a mooring buoy located less than 10 minutes away. Divers can utilize a descent line for easy access to the underwater environment. The site is home to numerous schools of fusiliers, juvenile barracuda, and a variety of colorful reef fish. Additionally, divers can observe nudibranchs and various crustaceans in the area.

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Corral

Corral is a small bay known for its muck diving opportunities, particularly at night. The site features a shallow reef that transitions to deeper waters on the outer edges. It is recognized as the only muck dive site in the vicinity. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including octopus, seahorses, pipefish, rays, scorpionfish, and Indian walkers. Additionally, the area is home to nudibranchs and various mollusks, contributing to its rich biodiversity.

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Crabby

Crabby dive site features a sandy area adjacent to rocky formations, with a diverse underwater landscape. The maximum depth reaches 12 meters, and divers can encounter a variety of marine life including octopus, stingrays, and numerous fish species. The reef area is particularly rich in nudibranchs and is characterized by rocks adorned with corals. A slight current may be present, which divers should be aware of during their dive.

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Last Tree

Last Tree is a dive site located approximately 10 minutes by boat. The site features large rocks that are adorned with both soft and hard corals. Divers may experience light to moderate currents that can carry them around the corner of the site. The marine life includes various colorful reef fish such as butterflyfish, fusiliers, and angelfish, along with schools of juvenile barracuda. Additionally, this site is suitable for macro photography, with opportunities to observe nudibranchs and shrimps.

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Lazy Beach Point

Lazy Beach Point is a shore entry dive site located at coordinates 10.563600, 103.304500. The dive begins in shallow waters and gradually descends, featuring a colorful reef populated with various coral reef fish. The site is characterized by the absence of current, making it accessible for divers of all experience levels. In addition to the vibrant fish life, divers may encounter stingrays resting on the sandy bottom, as well as the possibility of spotting baby barracudas and a diverse range of macro marine life.

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M’Pai Bay house reef

M’Pai Bay house reef offers easy access from the beach, with a maximum depth of 5 meters, making it suitable for beginners, try dives, and training courses. The site features a small coral reef that hosts a variety of marine life, including parrotfish, fusiliers, porcupine fish, puffer fish, and nudibranchs, among other species. The conditions are generally calm, providing a protected environment for divers.

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Middle Tree

Middle Tree is located between Corner Bar and Last Tree, featuring a diverse reef structure with large rocks adorned with both soft and hard corals. The site is rich in macro life and is home to a variety of fish species. Divers can expect to see numerous colorful reef fish and nudibranchs, with opportunities to spot hidden moray eels or stingrays. The entry to this site is from the shore.

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Secret Reef

Secret Reef is a challenging dive site, known for its maximum depth of 28 meters, making it suitable only for divers with advanced or deep dive certifications. The site features a variety of underwater structures, including scattered rock patches and shelves, adorned with whip coral, soft coral, and hard coral. This environment is conducive to sightings of sharks, adding to the site's appeal for experienced divers. The entry to the site is from the shore, and divers should be prepared for potential currents during their dive.

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Vietnamese Bay

Vietnamese Bay is located a short drive from M’pai bay and features a combination of muck and reef diving. The site includes sandy areas where divers can observe unique marine life, alongside coral patches that host both soft and hard corals. Common sightings include stingrays, octopuses, seahorses, pipefish, and a diverse range of reef fish. The entry to this site is from the shore, making it accessible for divers looking to explore its underwater ecosystem.

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