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Monkey Cave

Shallow boulder-and-cave dive with night-dive action.

Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate
CaveReef
Local operator required

A Koh Rong Sanloem dive center or day boat is the normal way to reach the site and pick the calmest window.

North-west Koh Rong Sanloem site with easy access, a shallow reef profile, and better conditions in calmer dry-season windows.

About Monkey Cave

Monkey Cave is a shallow boulder-and-cave dive on the north-west side of Koh Rong Sanloem, with a relaxed reef profile, boat-or-shore access, and lively night-dive interest on calm days.

Research Estimate At Monkey Cave

Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.

VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessSimple entry
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors

Where Is Monkey Cave?

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Monkey Cave Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

0m - 15m

Depth Note

Shallow boulder-and-cave site with a reported maximum depth around 15m.

Best Season

Dry season, November to May, when seas are calmer and visibility is usually better.

Typical Conditions

Shallow boulder-and-cave profile with a relaxed reef feel on calm days, but sea state can turn quickly when the wind picks up.

Safety & Access At Monkey Cave

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Boat traffic

Safety Notes

Keep buoyancy tight around the cave edge and boulder line, and confirm pickup timing before the drop.

Access Restrictions

Boat access from Koh Rong Sanloem is the normal route; shore or beach entry may also be possible on calmer approaches.

Legal Notes

Follow local dive-center and marine-area rules, and do not disturb the cave or reef structure.

Local Intel For Monkey Cave

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba Diving

An easy-profile reef-and-boulder dive with enough structure for relaxed exploration and night-dive interest.

Freediving

Not a dedicated freedive site.

Snorkeling

Not a primary snorkel site, though the shallow profile may suit calm-day surface viewing near the entry.

Monkey Cave Dive Conditions Planner

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Exposure Profile at Monkey Cave

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Wildlife at Monkey Cave

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Recent Logged Visits At Monkey Cave

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Dive Spot Log Averages At Monkey Cave

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Monkey Cave Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

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Monkey Cave Guide - Sources and Updates

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Research Sources

divecambodia.com · Operator

Island dive summary with typical visibility, sheltered-site context, and daily dive-site logistics around Koh Rong Sanloem.

Koh Rong Sanloem dive center with all-level diving, island-based operations, and seasonal weather notes.

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