Meet Our Expert Instructors
Professionals dedicated to ocean education, exploration, and protection.
Khun Tou
PADI Divemaster #402417
Khun or Jack, aka “The Rock,” like his movie counterpart Jack is as solid as they come, dependable, reliable, and gets things done. Fluent in Khmer, Thai and English, Jack is always willing to show you the wonders of Cambodia's marine life. Having worked in the diving industry both here and in Thailand for over 20 years, he not only knows our dive sites inside out he also is an experienced boat captain. If you want to see the amazing biodiversity Cambodia has to offer you couldnt want for a better dive guide. When not diving he can be found sorting out the company accounts.
Phearom Proeung
PADI Divemaster #326771 RAID Instructor #5237
Phearom aka “ The Boss “ is an experienced instructor whose passion for exploring the underwater world is second to none. He is the backbone of Khmer Dive Group, running our dive centre, fluent in Khmer, Thai and English, always happy and smiling, ready to assist our customers and staff with any and all diving equipment issues. Don't go near his workshop though it is his domain, be warned. When not busy running the dive centre, he can usually be found inspecting our mooring buoys and conservation areas making sure everything is as it should be.
Sim Sovann
Captain for Srey Sok Boat Khmer Dive Group
Sim aka “Map” is one of the most experienced dive boat captains in Cambodia, he has an uncanny 6th sense able to predict weather changes with almost supernatural powers ensuring our divers are safe and sound. A man of few words so when he does speak we listen or face the consequences
Simon Herbert
PADI IDC Staff Instructor #648391
“ I came to Cambodia in 2008 from the UK to take part in the first PADI Instructor Development Course to take place in Cambodia. I planned to stay for 3 months. Fell in love with the country and the people and stayed for 12 years, my passion for diving hasn't waned and recently spent 6 years in Thailand but returned to what I consider my home to continue to train and develop recreational divers. My commitment to marine conservation and promoting environmental awareness has never been stronger and I look forward to meeting new and experienced divers here in the Kingdom.”
Seak Sovuth
Captain for Dragon Boat Khmer Dive Group
Seak aka “Map 2” our big boat captain, does compete with the other Map for levels of experience. He can navigate the entire region without a compass even in testing conditions. With 35 years under his belt, rest assured you are in very safe hands when he is behind the wheel.
Yung Rathna ( Lek )
Boat Crew Khmer Dive Group
Yung aka “Lek” our head boat boy has over 10 years of experience both here and in Thailand, he is also our taxi driver, picking up guests from their resort and dropping them off after diving. Lek is also an amazing chef, cooking up a storm on our far island overnight trips. If you are snorkeling with us you will not find a better snorkel guide anywhere in Cambodia. Lek is fluent in both Khmer and Thai with English as his 3 rd language he is improving every day.
Seang Rady
Boat Crew Khmer Dive Group
Seang aka”Dee” or commonly referred to as Lazy Boy is another of our boat boys, you wont see him running around the boat as he is normally hiding in the captain's cabin however, he miraculously gets things done, No one knows how this happens. It is a true miracle but when you do see him, he is a bundle of fun and is also a fantastic snorkel guide. Dee is fluent in Khmer and little bit of English so when we catch him we do try and practise.
Jake Hosking
PADI Open Water SCUBA Instructor (#577872)
Hi, I'm Jake, an ex rugby player, having spent most of my career at Northampton Saints. My passion now is diving, and I am a PADI Open Water SCUBA Instructor working towards my Master SCUBA Diver Trainer qualification.I have a strong devotion for conservation as well as a degree in this field, therefore I love to do whatever I can to spread education on how we can protect our planet.I have previous diving experience in the Philippines, Madagascar, Mexico, Cape Verde, Egypt and Malta.
Roth Khoeun
PADI Dive Master (#525293)
My name is Roth, and 6 years ago, I started my diving adventure by working as a cook and cleaner at a dive centre. I begged the instructors to take me underwater so I could understand what everyone around was going on about. They did, I fell in love, and now I have a career in diving as one of only four Female Cambodian Dive Professionals. I lead certified divers on their underwater adventures, and I think I have the best job in the world, as every day I get to see amazing. I enjoy recording the underwater world and posting it on Facebook and TikTok to share with others.
Emmanuelle Audit
Dive master (#577435)
Hello! My name is Emmanuelle, I’m 28 years old and I’m a Divemaster at Khmer Dive Group. I’m originally from New Caledonia, where I grew up by the ocean; it has always been my element. After four years working in clinical research on lymphomas, I decided to go on a solo backpacking trip. The trip didn’t last long, because I fell in love with diving. It’s an amazing world where discovery, discipline, and fun all come together.