KOMPOT TRADER - Koh Rong Archipelago

Alright, let’s talk about the Kompot Trader. This isn't your deep, pristine wreck dive; it’s a history lesson sprawled in the shallows. Sunk back in '72, supposedly by plastic explosives, this barge ended up beached and broken, right there on what was then called Kompong Som Beach. Today, it’s a skeleton just a couple of metres deep. What we love about the Kompot Trader is its accessibility and the sheer amount of life that's made a home out of wreckage. The old hull is now a concrete slab of habitat. We've seen schools of juvenile barracuda shimmering around the remains, and our favourite find here is always the resident cuttlefish, often flashing colours as it hunts. Look closely, and you’ll spot nudibranchs, crabs scuttling in crevices, and small reef fish darting amongst the twisted metal. It’s perfect for snorkelers or new divers getting a feel for wrecks without the pressure of depth or strong currents. It’s a gentle introduction to a piece of history, where nature has firmly reclaimed its territory.

Location
Koh Rong Archipelago, Cambodia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
11.000000, 103.500000
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
2m

Marine Protected Area: ឧទ្យានជាតិ សមុទ្រកោះរុង

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 KOMPOT TRADER

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 KOMPOT TRADER

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