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Boat Travel
Cambodia is a land of water and the perfect place to experience an exciting boat trip. The great Mekong River flows through the center of the country, passing through jungles and rapids and along remote outposts, villages and islands. It is also the home of such creatures as the giant catfish and freshwater dolphins. At the "Four Rivers" region, the Mekong crosses paths with the mysterious Tonle Sap River, the only river of such volume in the world that actually reverses direction twice per year. Floating villages and fishing communities can be found on the great Tonle Sap Lake, a freshwater lake which serves as an enormous source of fish and in ancient times served as a great naval battleground between the Khmer Empire and its enemies. Numerous scenic jungle streams and rivers flow out from Cambodia's highlands, some of which can be explored by river boat or kayak. Cambodia's pristine coastal waters provide a great opportunity for boat travel and island hopping as well as deep-sea fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving and ocean kayaking among other ocean adventures. Go to RIVER TRIPS.
Four River Trips
Phnom Penh Cruise
Cambodia's greatest rivers, the Mekong and the Tonle Sap cross directly in front of Phnom Penh's Royal Palace (named the "Four Rivers Palace" for it's view), giving birth to the smaller Bassac River and creating a geographical X. A short boat cruise through the four rivers area offers excellent views of Phnom Penh and the Royal Palace as well as nearby fishing communities and minorities. In only a one or two hour cruise, it is possible to travel the length of Phnom Penh and through the crossing rivers. Sunset viewed from the Mekong over the Four Rivers and Phnom Penh is a sight not to be missed.Mekong Islands Trip
Take a daytrip or overnight trip through the Four Rivers region and up the Mekong North of Phnom Penh, weaving through islands and the scenic beauty of the great river. Stop over at islands and villages to explore untouristed temples, farms, silk weaving villages. It is also possible to combine a boat trip to the islands with cycling.Mekong River Trips
Mekong Flooded Forests
One of the most unique river terrains in the region, the flooded forests of the Mekong River North of Stung Treng can be considered one of the natural wonders of Cambodia. The flooded forests can be visited in a day trip by kayak.Kampi Dolphins Boat Trip
Located North of Kratie, the dolphin pools of Kampi are one of the best places to view the rare Freshwater Irrawady Dolphins of the Mekong River up close. A boat trip through the region passes through a scenic area of rapids and river islands and will allow you to see dolphins on all sides.Laos - Kratie
Travel from the Lao border via the Mekong River to Kratie in a two-day kayaking and cycling trip down and along the river through superb scenery.Phnom Penh - Kompong Cham
Travel a scenic strech of the Mekong traveling through a river of lush islands, large and small, and stopping off at interesting villages, farms and temples along the way. Kompong Cham is an excellent stop on the way between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap and traveling it by boat is a good way to cut down on road journeys while seeing a unique side of rural Cambodia and the Mekong River.Phnom Penh - Vietnam
The Mekong South of Phnom Penh connects to the border crossing at Chau Doc and is a popular route for travelers heading into the Mekong Delta, although some of the boats that travel this route can be uncomfortable and unreliable.Tonle Sap Trips
Phnom Penh - Siem Reap
A fastboat connects Phnom Penh to Siem Reap via the Tonle Sap River and Lake. It takes approximately 6 hours, but there is little chance for sightseeing as it travels fast and in the center of the lake for the most part. Slowboat trips on the Tonle Sap can be rewarding as they offer a chance to visit the floating villages and fishing communities of the great lake.Siem Reap - Battambang
Depending on the water levels, a fastboat often operates connecting Siem Reap to Battambang via the Tonle Sap Lake and the Sangker River which offers some chances for sightseeing along the way.Floating Villages
A number of floating villages can be visited by boat from the docks on the Tonle Sap Lake near Siem Reap.Bird Sanctuary
The Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary of the Western Region of the Tonle Sap Lake can be visited from Siem Reap in a day trip, although fees for visiting the sanctuary can be quite high.Jungle River Trips
Ratanakiri
Ride a long boat through remote jungles, stopping at minority villages and navigating around sand banks while traveling up the Se San River in Ratanakiri Province. Access the remote Virachey National Park via long boat up the small O'Tabok River, a tributary of the Se San, and continue into the deep jungle of the park for trekking.Ocean Boat Trips
Island Hopping
Go island hopping off of Cambodia's coast by motorboat or sailboat, visiting the desert islands of your dreams. Camp out or stay in rustic bungalows, visit the interiors of unexplored islands and discover pristine beaches. Combine island hopping with snorkeling, scuba diving, ocean kayaking or deep-sea fishing.Sihanoukville - Koh Kong
Travel by hydrofoil between these two beach towns on your way to or from Thailand. This trip provides a chance to see Cambodia's quiet coast and islands, but the journey can be kind of rough in bad weather. It is also possible to stop over on Koh Sdech, a populated island with a guesthouse. The trip between Sihanoukville and Koh Kong takes approximately 5 hours, Koh Sdech being a halfway stop.Contact Us via an easy form to learn more about boat trips in Cambodia.
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