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Day
trips to nearby islands, snorkeling and
scuba
diving are probably the most
popular other-than-the-beach activities around Sihanoukville
these days but there are lots of other local fun and
adventure possibilities as well - ocean fishing, nature
walks and river trips in Ream and
Kirirom National Parks, kayaking, water skiing, jet skies,
multi-day trips exploring the islands, countryside tours to
little fishing villages and secluded beaches, an afternoon
at the waterfall, overnighters to Bokor Hill Station,
Kep, Kampot
and more. Listed below are details on just a few of the
possible activities. Ask the listed tour operators for more
destinations and activities. Also see Kampot and
Kep Points of Interest |
Boating: Islands, fishing,
sailing, party trips...
 Boating:
There are several nearby
islands
with good snorkeling waters and white sand beaches - most within a
40-minute to 2 hour boat trip. A couple of nearby islands have rustic
beach bungalows and restaurants. If you just want a day trip, you can
get a tourist boat right off of the beach or arrange it through a tour
operator, guesthouse or bar. Party cruises available. Standard island
tour swill take you to one to more islands for snorkeling, swimming,
lunch and drinking. Some operators are more reputable than others. Be
smart, make sure your boat has sufficient safety equipment and is not
overloaded. For the fishermen, there are lots of angling opportunities
in the waters around the local islands. The best fishing is in the dry
season when the weather is fair. A large variety of game species inhabit
the local waters including the prized barracuda. Many tour operators
offer fishing trips and a couple specialize in it.
Chez Claude
Claude has been running
scuba and adventure tours in Sihanoukville since 1992. Offering scuba
excursions and lessons. Island and boating trips. Ream National Park
trekking and boating.
Tel: 012-824870, 034-934100
Chez Mari-yan
Guesthouse Offering daytrips/picnic trips to
Koh Rong Samlem.
Tel: 012-828003
Sail Cambodia
Sailing Cambodia runs unique 45’ racing
yacht - the Cygnet - offering daytrips, overnight and weeklong charters
to the outer islands. Day trips to the nearby islands for snorkeling,
swimming and picnicking. Tel: 016-450964, 011-390083
sailcambodia@yahoo.com
www.sailcambodia.info
Sun-Tours
Offering 2 and 3 day island hopping cruises
to the islands around Sihanouk Ville aboard a fully outfitted 3-deck
luxury motoryacht. Nearby and more distant islands such as Koh Tang and
Koh Prins. Clean comfortable cabins equipped with en suite w/c and
shower. Fully stocked restaurant and bar. Sundeck. Radar, sonar, GPS,
European standard. Diving arrangements. Day trips available, $25
including snacks and buffet lunch.
Tel: 016-396201
robertheiduczek@aol.com
www.suntours-cambodia.com
Tradewinds Charters/Sihanoukville Fishing
Charters/Sihanouk Ville Fishing Brian at the
Fisherman’s Den Sports Bar is offering fishing and other kinds of boat
trips on their 54 foot Western-style fishing boat with shower, toilet,
wet bar, all gear, etc. Brian reports that they recently caught a Black
Marlin.
Tel: 012-702478
nzbrian@live.com.uk
Fishing
Excursions
 For the fishermen, there are lots of angling
opportunities in the waters around the local islands. The best fishing
is in the dry season when the weather is fair. A large variety of game
species inhabit the local waters including the prized barracuda. Many
tour operators offer fishing trips and a couple specialize in it. Check the Tour Operator listings
below.
Chez Claude
Claude has been running
scuba and adventure tours in Sihanoukville since 1992. Offering scuba
excursions and lessons. Island and boating trips. Ream National Park
trekking and boating.
Tel: 012-824870, 034-934100
Sun-Tours
Offering 2 and 3 day island hopping cruises
to the islands around Sihanouk Ville aboard a fully outfitted 3-deck
luxury motoryacht. Nearby and more distant islands such as Koh Tang and
Koh Prins. Clean comfortable cabins equipped with en suite w/c and
shower. Fully stocked restaurant and bar. Sundeck. Radar, sonar, GPS,
European standard. Diving arrangements.
Tel: +(855) (0)16-396201
robertheiduczek@aol.com
www.suntours-cambodia.com
Tradewinds Charters/Sihanoukville Fishing
Brian at the
Fisherman’s Den Sports Bar
is offering fishing and other kinds of boat trips on their 54 foot
Western-style fishing boat with shower, toilet, wet bar, all gear, etc.
Brian reports that they recently caught a Black Marlin. Tel: 012-702478.
Tel: +(855) (0)12-702478.
nzbrian@live.com.uk
www.fishermansden.com
Water Sports
A few places offering water sports equipment
rental (jet skies, hobie-cats, kayaks, etc.) including
Sokha Beach
Resort and Otres Nautica.
The Golden Sunset
The Golden Sunset Beach Restaurant at the
end of Otres Beach offers kayaks for rent (by hour or by the day,)
organized kayak adventures and boat tours. Kayak from Otres Beach to
nearby Koh Chaluh island to go snorkeling. Island boat trips and island
camping can be arranged.
Tel: 012-812087
Otres Nautica
Affordable sailing club. Otres Nautica rents
catamarans (Hobie wave), Lasers, Lookout 16, sailing boats, ‘sit on top’
sea-kayaks for 1, 2 or 3 people. Beginners and experts welcome. Fun for
all the family. Small fishing speed boats for rent. Located on Otres
Beach at GPS point: .
Tel: +(855) (0)92-230065
E-mail: otres.nautica@yahoo.com
Island Accommodations
Most of the nearby islands (island
map) are completely undeveloped and almost
deserted, offering beautiful scenery and secluded tropical beaches.
It's only been over the past few of years that basic accommodations on some of the islands
has become
available, including on Koh Russei (Bamboo Island), Koh Ta Kiev and
Koh Rung Samloem. There are just a few places out there right now
but that will probably change rather quickly over the next few
years. With the exception of
the luxury development on
Koh Dek Koul, most of the island accommodations are rustic
bungalows and very basic guesthouse rooms. There's always a
restaurant/bar, offering food, drink, music and a place to hang, but
there is usually not much else on the islands. Most islands with
accommodations lie within a 20 minute to 1 hour boat trip of
Sihanoukville and most of the bungalows either run regular boats to
the island or will assist in arranging a boat for you.
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Bungalow Natural
Range: $10 - $30
Rustic wood and thatch bungalows
on a tropical beach. Private balconies. Dorm beds available.
Kayaking and nearby snorkeling waters. 24-hour bar and
restaurant.
Koh Takiev Island,
Sihanoukville, Cambodia.
Tel: +(855)(0)81-474647
+(855)(0)97-8922986
E-mail:
natural_bungalows@yahoo.com |
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EcoSea Bungalows
Range: $15
Four bungalows, located on the
north side of Koh Rung Samloem close to dive and snorkel
sites. All rooms with ocean view. Two family rooms. Daily
transportation from Sihanouk Ville.
Koh Rung Samloem Island, near
Sihanoukville, Cambodia
Tel: +(855) (0)12-606646 |
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Freedom Island Bungalows
Range: $38
Modern bungalows on the famous
Saracen Bay of Koh Rung Samloem Island. Fan, bed, picture
window and balcony. Natural area with at the beach at
jungles edge with small water- fall. Restaurant and bar
serving Western, Thai and Khmer food.
Koh Rung Samloem Island, Saracen Bay
Tel: +(855) (0)34-6333830
E-mail:
freedom-island-2011@hotmail.com |
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Koh Ru
Range: $3 - $15
Bungalows and restaurant/bar on
a secluded beach on the sunset side Koh Russei, an island
near Sihanouk Ville. A chill out, no hassle atmosphere.
Wooden bungalows with porch overlooking the ocean. Contact
Koh Ru on the road to Serendipity Beach for booking.
‘Bamboo Island’,
Sihanoukville, Cambodia
Tel: +(855) (0)12-366660
+(855) (0)16-502839
E-mail: koh_ru@yahoo.com |
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Koh Thmei Resort
Range: $20 - $30
Wooden bungalows with fan and
balcony with beach view on Koh Thmei Island in the Ream
National Park. Good snorkeling. Birdwatching. Restaurant.
Laundry. Travel and tour info.
Koh Thmei
Island,
Sihanoukville, Cambodia
Tel: +(855) (0)97-7370400
E-mail: kavita@gmx.de
Website:
www.koh-thmei-resort.com |
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Monkey Island
Range: $15 - $25
Hand crafted beach bungalows
situated right on a white sand beach on Koh Rong Island.
Each bungalow sleeps up to 4 people. Dorm beds ($3) in a 10
bed dorm bungalow available. Restaurant and bar on the beach
serving inexpensive western and Khmer dishes.
Koh Rong Island (booking office on Serendipity Beach
Road)
Tel: +(855) (0)81-830991
Website:
www.monkeyisland-kohrong.com |
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M'pay Bay
Range: Bungalow $20; Tent $5
$7
5 bungalows
with double bed, wardrobe, mosquito net, en suite
shower/toilet, veranda with hammock, table and a couple of
chairs, fan, lights and power point (electricity available
between around 6 pm and midnight).
Koh Rung Samloem,
Sihanoukville, Cambodia
Tel: +(855) (0)16-596111
+(855) (0)16-223469
E-mail: mpaybay@gmail.com
Website:
www.kohrongsamloem.com |
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Paradise Bungalow Resort
Range: $15 - $25
Grass roofed, wooden bungalows,
all with en suite bathroom and balcony. Chill out in the
restaurant/ bar, lounge on the beach, trek trough the
jungle, snorkel or dive.
Visa/MC/JCB/AMEX/ANZ
On the east side of
Koh Rung
Island,
Sihanoukville, Cambodia
Tel: +(855) (0)34-933664
E-mail:
info@DiveShopCambodia.com
Website:
www.DiveShopCambodia.com |
Ream
National Park
 Ream
National Park, officially called Preah Sihanouk National Park,
the park has become known as “Ream” because it is located in the Ream
commune. The park was established in 1993, inaugurated in March 1995,
and encompasses 21,000 hectares of coastal area including sandy beaches,
mangrove forests, the Prek Tuk Sap estuary, off-shore coral reefs and
two islands (Koh Thmei and Koh Seh). Though rarely seen the Park
provides refuge for such species as macaques, sun bear, dolphins, mouse
deer, pangolin, over a hundred species of birds and there is even
rumored to be a tiger. The Park and tour operator out of Sihanoukville
offer a number of different tours of the park including jungle trekking
and river boat trips along the Prek Tuk River through the jungle and
mangroves to the ocean. The river trip is the most popular tour of the
Park and is also more likely to provide wildlife sightings. Most tours
are less than a half-day. Tours may be arranged through a tour operator
(see page 36) or directly through the Park at the Park Office (located
23 km north of Sihanouk Ville, 500m off Route 4 on Airport Road,
opposite the entrance to the airport). The Park office is open 7 days
per week 7AM to 5PM and there are usually several guides of varying
linguistic skill levels on hand. Park Office phone: 012-875096,
012-215759.
Several guesthouses in Sihanoukville as well
as tour operators can arrange transportation and tours of the park.
There are set programs offered by the Park though itineraries are flexible and can be tailored to individual or group needs. Prices may vary.
Bokor
Hill Station
 Bokor Hill Station
(near Kampot) Tours to Bokor are perhaps the most popular out of
Kampot. The Bokor Hill Station on Phnom Bokor (Bokor Mountain) is a
mountaintop collection of buildings (hotel, casino, church, royal
residence, etc.), constructed by French authorities in the early
1920s as a complement to the already popular Kep resort area. In the
1990s a travel author referred to Bokor as ‘the eeriest place in the
world’, and it lives up to that reputation. In its time, Bokor was
an elegant getaway for French officials and foreign visitors to old
Indochina - a classic colonial ‘hill station’ located in the
mountains to allow foreigner visitors accustomed to more temperate
climes to escape the tropical heat. But years of neglect have left
ghostly ruins - vestiges of a different age, often shrouded in fog
and clouds. One thing that the years have not changed is the
absolutely spectacular view of the coast and the cool (sometimes
cold) mountain air. Bokor Mountain is heavily jungled and trip
beyond Bokor, including jungle trekking, can be arranged. Wild
elephants and other jungle animal are occasionally seen. The is a
small guesthouse near the hill station with $5 rooms, good toilets
and very few other services. It can get cold on the
mountain, especially at night. Bring warm clothes.
News: The road up Bokor Mountain and the
area of the old hill station are currently undergoing a development
project, including refurbishing the casino and hotel and the addition of
a new hotel complex. Though work continues on the new hotel and casino,
the road up the mountain has recently been completed, is in good
condition and is now open to visitors. The drive to the top take 30-45
minutes. Full day Bokor tours can be arranged through your guesthouse or
a local tour operator for $15-$18/person, including entrance fee.
Overnights can also be arranged (bring warm clothing!) The Park Office
and turn-off to the Hill Station are 37km west of Kampot on National
Route 3. Entrance fee $5. See
Kampot page for more.
Prey Nup Mangrove Forest/
Birdwatching
Prey Nup
Mangrove Ecosystem Discovery has recently begun running tours to a
large mangrove forest preserve at oceans edge in Prey Nup district north
of Sihanouk Ville town, offering a unique look at a delicate and
endangered ecosystem. Excellent bird watching opportunities. Species
sighting include Painted and Milky Storks, Kingfishers, Kites and
Egrets. Guided eco-tours of the forest by kayak and from an observation
station. Day trips and overnight trips can be arranged. Advanced booking
essential. Contact: +(855)
(0)12-812087
Website:
www.marineconservationcambodia.org
Tour Operators: Boats,
Islands, Equipment Rental
In addition to the tour operators and
dive shops, most of the hotels and guesthouses in Sihanouk Ville and
even several of the restaurants and bars (especially the beach bars)
arrange boat trips and island picnics, trips to the waterfalls, the
national parks and Bokor Hill Station. Bear in mind that different
operators offer different levels of expertise, types of boats, quality
of equipment and service, etc. Shop around for the tour operator that
best fits your requirements.
Ana Travel Agency
Air ticketing specialists. Bus, boat, taxi and tours arranged to
Kampot, Kep, Bokor, Ream, waterfalls and islands. Full visa
services. Flight change and reconfirmation. Island bungalow booking.
Western management. Located on the Serendipity Beach Road, next to
the Beach Road Hotel, Sihanoukville, Cambodia.
Visa/MC
Tel: +(855) (0)34 933729; +(855) (0)12915301; +(855) (0)16-499915
www.anainternet.com
Cool Banana
Travel & Tours
Travel and tour agent. Air, bus and
ferry tickets. Motorcycles, bicycles, cars, jeep, vans for rent.
Tour arrangements - Bokor, Island trips, National Parks, fishing,
etc. Visa services. Good seafood restaurant. At the Cool Banana
Bungalows, Restaurant and bar on the road to Serendipity Beach.
Tel: +(855) (0)16-688384, 012-941900
Dolphin Travel & Tour Services
Full travel services: air, bus, boat
ticketing. Hotel reservations. Local tours, boat and island trips,
national park. Motorcycle rental. Visas.
Tel: +(855) (0)17-788372, +(855)
(0)16-793721
looking4noeun@yahoo.com
Mottah Cambodia
Travel
Travel and tour agent. Air, bus and ferry tickets. Hotel
reservations. Transportation of all sorts, bicycles, cars, vans.
Tour arrangements - Bokor, island trips, National Parks, fishing,
etc. Cargo services. Visa services. Currency/T/C exchange.
Visa/MC/JCB
Downtown on
Ekareach St.,
Sihanoukville, Cambodia
Tel: +(855) (0)12-996604
info_mottah@yahoo.com
www.mottah.com
Prey Nup
Mangrove Ecosystem Discovery
Prey Nup Mangrove Ecosystem Discovery
has recently begun running tours to a large mangrove forest preserve at
oceans edge in Prey Nup district north of Sihanouk Ville town, offering
a unique look at a delicate and endangered ecosystem. Excellent bird
watching opportunities. Species sighting include Painted and Milky
Storks, Kingfishers, Kites and Egrets. Guided eco-tours of the forest by
kayak and from an observation station. Day trips and overnight trips can
be arranged. Advanced booking essential. Contact :
+(855) (0)12-812087
Website:
www.marineconservationcambodia.org
Sail Cambodia
Sailing Cambodia runs unique 45’ racing
yacht - the Cygnet - offering daytrips, overnight and weeklong charters
to the outer islands. Day trips to the nearby islands for snorkeling,
swimming and picnicking. Tel: 016-450964, 011-390083
sailcambodia@yahoo.com
www.sailcambodia.info
Sun-Tours
Offering 2 and 3 day island hopping cruises
to the islands around Sihanouk Ville aboard a fully outfitted 3-deck
luxury motoryacht. Nearby and more distant islands such as Koh Tang and
Koh Prins. Clean comfortable cabins equipped with en suite w/c and
shower. Fully stocked restaurant and bar. Sundeck. Radar, sonar, GPS,
European standard. Diving arrangements.
Tel: +(855) (0)16-396201
robertheiduczek@aol.com
www.suntours-cambodia.com
Tradewinds Charters/Sihanoukville Fishing
Fisherman’s Den Sports Bar offers
fishing and boat trips on their 54 foot Western-style fishing boat with
shower, toilet, wet bar, all gear, etc. Day trips from $20/pax.
Charters, tours, thrice weekly island trips. If booking from outside the
country, they can help you arrange accommodations and other
requirements. Located downtown.
Tel: +(855) (0)12-702478
E-mail: nzbrian@camintel.com
Last updated 11/11
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