Embark on a full-day guided tour from Siem Reap to Kulen Mountain, enchanting waterfalls, and the ancient temple of Beng Melea. Experience rural life in the floating village of Kampong Phluk by boat and immerse yourself in Cambodian culture and nature on this enriching adventure.

Your tour starts with a morning hotel pickup in Siem Reap. After securing your ticket for Kulen Mountain, the adventure unfolds with a scenic 1-hour drive through rice paddies and traditional Cambodian villages, offering a glimpse into local life and picturesque landscapes. You'll stop at the Palm Cake Village to witness traditional palm cake. Next, ascend to the hilltop of Phnom Kulen, guided by a local. Explore the park's highlights, including magnificent waterfalls, a reclining Buddha sculpture, and the River of Thousand Lingas from 802 AD.

After that you'll stop for a picnic at a nearby waterfall, where you can enjoy grilled chicken with seasonal fruits and swimming at the waterfalls before heading deep into a rainforest to explore Beng Melea, a mysterious 12th-century jungle from the Angkor Wat period. You'll continue the journey with a boat ride to Kampong Phluk, the floating village. Witness the daily lives of families dependent on fishing, residing in colorful houses on stilts. Then you'll enjoy boating along the flooded beauty of a mangrove forest, home to diverse species including crab-eating macaques, before you're transferred back to your hotel in Siem Reap.

Experience the mystery of the lost city of the Khmer Empire at Kulen Mountain
Go on an in-depth exploration of the Beng Mealea Temple hidden in the jungle
Marvel at how locals ingeniously keep their houses above water during monsoons
Interact with the locals, witness rural life, and taste the palm cake
Enjoy a picnic with local food at the waterfall

Important to know

Not suitable for:

This tour is not suitable for guests more than 79 or less than 8 years

Not allowed:

Shorts and sleeveless shirts are not allowed, so please make sure that your knees and shoulders are covered

Extra fees to be paid on site:

Admission fees are not included. If you have a valid Angkor pass, you can use it to visit the Beng Mealea temple. Otherwise, you have to pay to buy another ticket of Angkor (US$37 per person). If you don't want to pay extra for the Beng Mealea ticket, you can wait for the rest of the group outside with your driver

Know in advance:

You'll be requested to add your hotel name and address during checkout for the pickup service
For lunch, there is a vegetarian option like fried rice vegetable with eggs and fried spring rolls, but no vegan option

Remember to bring: