Hon Bang - Koh Rong Archipelago

Hon Bang is a shallow, gentle site, perfect for newer divers or those getting back into the swing of things. At just 9m, you'll have plenty of bottom time to spot cuttlefish, anemonefish darting amongst their homes, and nudibranchs slowly making their way across the reef. It’s a relaxed dive, a good spot for building confidence in the Koh Rong Archipelago.

Location
Koh Rong Archipelago, Cambodia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
10.374000, 103.811400
Maximum Depth
9m
Difficulty
Beginner

Marine Protected Area: ឧទ្យានជាតិ ព្រះសីហនុ (រាម)

Best Time to Dive in Koh Rong Archipelago

The warmest water temperatures in Koh Rong Archipelago occur in January, averaging 29.1°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 29.1°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 29.1°C (air: 27.0°C)
  • February: 29.1°C (air: 27.3°C)
  • March: 29.1°C (air: 27.9°C)
  • April: 29.1°C (air: 28.8°C)
  • May: 29.1°C (air: 29.0°C)
  • June: 29.1°C (air: 28.4°C)
  • July: 29.1°C (air: 27.8°C)
  • August: 29.1°C (air: 27.8°C)
  • September: 29.1°C (air: 27.4°C)
  • October: 29.1°C (air: 27.4°C)
  • November: 29.1°C (air: 28.0°C)
  • December: 29.1°C (air: 27.6°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Koh Rong Archipelago

Nearest Dive Centres to Hon Bang

Marine Life in Koh Rong Archipelago

Home to 24 recorded species including 18 reef fish, 3 seagrass & algae, 2 other, 1 crabs & lobsters.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Hon Bang

Based on average water temperature of 29.1°C.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories