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Shark Island

To reach our more remote sites you have to get up early. But few things are more magical than a calm Cambodian morning.

Sea anemones
Sea anemones

30 some kilometers north of Koh Sdach you will find a rocky island popping out of the middle of the ocean. The waters surrounding the island have amazing visibility all year round, and there is always lots to see on this site. The island got its name from the black tip reef sharks that live off the north west point. But also other species like bull sharks and whale sharks has been spotted here.

Brum muc pram bai
Brum muc pram bai

The tiny, rocky island is home to thousands of terns and other seabirds, and you can hear the constant sound of wings and screams from these magnificent flyers. There are even four coco nut threes.

Departure: 7 am (the sailing time is about 2 hours 45 minutes each way)
Return: We’ll try to be back before dark, so around 6 pm
Meals included: Breakfast (on board), lunch, snack and softdrinks
Number of guided dives: 2
Minimum number of divers: 2 (or one that pay double)
Maximum number of divers: 8
Price: $130 for divers, $65 for snorkelers

A small shrine was put up to protect the remains of the people who died when a Vietnamese ship that went aground on the reef about half a kilometer north of the island. The survivors from the shipwreck managed to swim to the island, but unfortunately they all died since no other ships detected the drama in time. For many years their skeletons and skulls were protected in the shrine, but are now removed.
Next to the shrine is a flat area that we use as camp site on our overnight trips.

15_4_11_sharkisland_wreck_DSC_9029There are two main areas for diving. Around the island, or on and around the reef. The terrain is made up of blocks of rock with corals and beautiful blue anemones all around. The area is an important fishing ground, and it’s interesting to see the fish traps in use. With an impressing number of reef fishes and pelagic fish this is a dive site you will remember for a long time. The area is big enough to spend some days exploring.

Anemone forest
Anemone forest

Things of interest:

  • Shipwreck
  • Sharks and big pelagic fish
  • Amazing visibility

Diving depths: 10 – 30 meter (average 16 – 18 meter)

The site is suitable for beginners as well as the experienced diver, but a stomach that can tolerate some sea is preferred. Excellent snorkeling.

Departure on demand. Minimum numbers of paying divers to depart: 2.

For booking,please send us an email or call us.

Please see our booking and cancellation policy here.

 

Diving Cambodia with Octopuses Garden.

Diving Cambodia with Octopuses Garden

Experience some of the best diving in Cambodia with Octopuses Garden. Situated on the Island of Koh Sdach, you’ll find our little haven. Far away from the main tourist tracks, and close to some of the Kingdoms hidden dive gems.

Octopuses Garden offers diving in our local area as well as in more remote locations. The area offers challenges for the experienced diver as well as the novice. Diving Cambodia will give you a long lasting memory of Cambodia’s natural beauty.

Fun Diving

• PADI DSD (Discover Scuba Diving) $ 85 

Have you ever wanted to explore the wonders of the underwater world?
This introduction to scuba diving gives you a small taste of what diving is all about.
Dive theory introduction, a confined water session and one fun dive. Equipment rental, lunch, coffee, tea and water on board is included in the price.

• One day diving 2 dives $ 85
Come join us exploring the archipelago. There are many small islands with beaches and wonderful dive sites. Only for certified divers.
Equipment rental, lunch, tea, coffee and water on board is included in the price.

• House reef diving without guide $ 35
We have a beautiful house reef just outside our bungalow. Here you can spend hours watching the clownfish, anemones and our juvenile batfish that hangs around the pier.
For the experienced and certified diver, you and your buddy can enjoy our house reef on your own. (After you had a check out dive)

• Remote island diving Shark Island and Condor reef $ 120 (min. 4 pers)
A few hours away we have the beautiful and famous dive sites Shark Island and Condor reef.
Come with us for 2 dives on either Shark Island, or Condor reef. Only for certified divers.
Equipment rental, lunch, tea, coffee and water on board is included in the price.

• Night Dive 65 $
Enjoy the magic of diving in the dark.
Equipment rental, tea, coffee, water and a snack on board is included in the price.

Diving courses
• PADI Open Water $ 380
Do you want to take the step and become a certified PADI diver?
You get 4 days with diving and theory, 5 confined dives, 4 open water dives, final exam and the PADI certification fee. Equipment rental, lunch, coffee and water on board is included in the price.

• PADI Advanced Open Water $ 335
Evolve as a diver. 5 dives in 2 days. The Deep dive, navigation and night dive are the core dives of the course. The 2 other dives you chose with your instructor. PADI certification fee, equipment rental, lunch, coffee and water on board is included in the price.

• PADI Divemaster $ 1000
Go pro! Become a Divemaster!
Including equipment rental, staff lodging and all meals for 1 month.
Divemaster course training materials and PADI fee are not included.

• Extra day of the course $ 50
Need an extra day on your course? No problem

Adventure dives and other PADI programs are also available upon request!

Excursions
• Snorkel trip $ 25 half day (min. 2 persons or together with other fun divers)
Equipment rental, lunch, tea, coffee and water on board are included in the price

• Spend a night at a deserted island $ 50
We will provide you with what you need to stay the night at one of the beautiful deserted islands around Koh Sdach.
We pack you a nice food basket and supply you with cooking utensils. We drop you off on the beach, and pick you up the next day.
A small “off island mini bar” with wine and beer will be available.

Jungle trips and other excursions with or without boat are available on request!
For booking call +855 (0)86 41 33 80/+855(0) 86 41 24 32 or mail@octopuscambodia.comFacebook