What to do in Cambodia

There’s more to Siem Reap than Angkor Wat. The Angkor Archaeological Park alone covers around 160 hectares, encompassing prominent sites Angkor Thom, the Bayon, and the legendary jungle temple Ta Prohm. There are many lesser temples to explore however, most of which see little to no visitors. A combination of dramatic pyramid Ta Keo, forested Ta Nei, and expansive Srah Srang reservoir are a particular favourite – especially first thing in the morning. Ask us about visits further afield too: Koh Ker, Beng Mealea, Preah Vihear, Phnom Kulen are all worthy day trips out of Siem Reap to discover dramatic, secluded, and rarely-visited ruins.

Phnom Penh is one of Asia’s most dynamic and vibrant capitals, and it certainly has a food scene to match. We can arrange an evening dining tour showing the best that the city has to offer. Start a rooftop bar for a sundowner accompanied by epic views. You’ll then be whisked away by ‘remork’ (as tuk-tuks are known in Cambodia) to a hidden back alley restaurant, where you’ll whet your appetite on local Cambodian-style tapas. Next stop is main course at another fantastic hidden gem, well known by locals and expatriates but far from the tourist trail, where you will feast on Cambodian barbeque and locally-brewed beer. End the evening with coffee and desert in the heart of Phnom Penh’s lively riverfront nightlife area. From here you can either be taken back to the hotel for a well-earned rest, or – armed with suggestions from your guide – continue the night independently.

Indulge your sense of adventure with an invigorating and entirely authentic cycling tour of the Cambodian countryside around Battambang. On this thoughtfully-curated tour you’ll experience the experience, ingenuity, and natural beauty that is rural Cambodia. In the company of an experienced local guide you’ll bike along mostly flat paths which are shading by banana palms and orchards, stopping occasionally to visit local families where you’ll learn about traditional methods of agriculture and food production. These tours can be adapted to either a half-day or more challenging and adventurous full-day, dependent on your interest.

Cambodia’s south becomes progressively more tropical as you head towards the coast. In the far southwest of the country you’ll find the flooded mangroves of Tatai, the rugged and isolated Cardamom mountains, and the jungly interior Bokor and Kirirom National Parks. Each of these locations has much adventure on offer, and – enticingly – excellent jungle lodge accommodation from which to base your exploration. If you’re keen to get out into wild Cambodia, getting up close with it’s beautiful nature and endangered wildlife, talk to our specialists on how one or more of these locations can be added in to your tour.