Koh Rong vs SS Yongala — Dive Destination Comparison
Koh Rong (Cambodia) scores 58.6/100 vs SS Yongala's 58.5/100 in OkToDive's 12-category rating. Choose Koh Rong for reef diving with 5–15m visibility. Choose SS Yongala for wreck diving at ~$150/dive.
Last updated: 2026-07-22
Side-by-side comparison
| Metric | Koh Rong | SS Yongala |
|---|---|---|
| OkToDive Score | 58.6/100 | 58.5/100 |
| Country | Cambodia | Australia |
| Visibility | 5--15m | 9--24m |
| Water temp | 26--30 C | 22--30 C |
| Max depth | 20m | 30m |
| Current | mild | moderate |
| Cost per 2-tank dive | $55 | $150 |
| Budget tier | budget | mid range |
| Best months | November, December, January | May, June, July |
| Dive types | reef, shore | wreck, pelagic |
| Min certification | Open Water | Open Water |
| Key species | seahorse, nudibranch, bamboo shark | manta ray, whale shark, whale |
| Google rating | 4.3 (120 reviews) | 0 (0 reviews) |
Which should you choose?
Choose Koh Rong when...
- + Budget-conscious divers — avg $55/dive
- + Newly certified divers building confidence
- + Groups seeking 10+ named dive sites in one area
Skip if
- - You prefer uncrowded sites and this has 10+ named spots drawing traffic
- - You need shore access — this is boat-only
Choose SS Yongala when...
- + Wreck diving enthusiasts
- + Anyone visiting Asia-Pacific for the first time
- + Groups seeking 1+ named dive sites in one area
Skip if
- - You prefer uncrowded sites and this has 1+ named spots drawing traffic
- - You need shore access — this is boat-only
Bottom line
Koh Rong wins on overall score (58.6 vs 58.5), but the right choice depends on your priorities. Koh Rong is more affordable ($55 vs $150/dive). SS Yongala has better peak visibility (24m vs 15m).