Diving and Marine Conservation

Located just 15 KM’s from the mainland this untouched and uninhabited island is a tiny paradise away from all the hustle and bustle.  Only 300m x 900m  in size, the surrounding waters are pristine and untouched and home to a bounty of sites for divers of all experience levels.

With coral reefs and plenty of marine life, the island is basically undiscovered and completely off the tourist trail.  Here you will experience genuine Cambodian culture and unspoiled natural habitat.

For beginner divers, you’ll have the chance to become a fully qualified diver including emergency first-aid response course and first hand coral reef surveying experience.  As a volunteer you’ll also have the opportunity to participate in community projects which assist the tiny island in ensuring economical and ecological sustainability.

 A PADI open water certificate is required to partake in the program.

For those without a certificate, you can obtain one through the program at the following additional costs.  Paid direct;

• PADI Open Water: USD$400
• PADI Open Water Advanced: USD$350
• PADI Open Water + Advanced Package: US$700
  (Subject to currency flucuations)

• Introduction and update on the project from the team
• Introduction to the island and Khmer customs, language and culture
• PADI Open Water course and/or advanced (if applicable)
• Introduction to marine conservation and ecology lectures
• Classroom species ID skills and test
• In-water species ID practice and exams
• Coral reef survey methodology and dry run
• Coral reef surveying and underwater data gathering
• Community projects with local people on the mainland
• Khmer language lessons
• Community projects
• Data collation and entry
• De-brief and presentations

On weekends, volunteers are invited to relax around the island exploring the local geography on treks or small hikes, or participating in water activities such as snorkeling, diving, sailing and kayaking.