

Best for beginner divers, 5-10m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Mpai Bay offers a combination of reef and muck diving directly off the village on Koh Rong Samloem. The site is well-suited for beginners, with an average depth of 7 metres and a maximum depth of 10 metres. Divers can access the site from the shore or by boat. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres and water temperatures between 29C and 31C. Night diving is available at this location. Due to the proximity of the village jetty, boat traffic is a significant hazard; divers must use a delayed surface marker buoy at all times. Sharp coral is also present in the area.
10.62385, 103.29508
Most ferries only service Saracen Bay, so confirm your ticket specifically says M'Pai Bay to avoid an expensive longtail transfer.
Accessible by ferry from Sihanoukville Autonomous Port. Direct service is provided by GTVC Speedboat, Speed Ferry Cambodia, Island Speed Boat, and Buva Sea.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-10m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 7 metres and mild currents.
The depth at this site ranges from 5 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
Yes, Mpai Bay allows for both shore and boat entries.
The main hazards are boat traffic from the nearby jetty and the presence of sharp coral.
Yes, night diving is permitted at this site.
Diving at Mpai Bay in Sihanoukville requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Mpai Bay in Sihanoukville. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Mpai Bay in Sihanoukville are January, February, March, April, May, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Mpai Bay in Sihanoukville typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Mpai Bay in Sihanoukville typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.