Cambodia Mekong Irrawaddy Dolphins

TOUR DETAILS

This tour can start from Siem Reap and end in Phnom Penh, or vice versa. It offers a deep dive into the Mekong village lifestyle in northern Cambodia, includes a chance to see the rare Irrawaddy dolphins, a one-night homestay on Koh Trong Island, and visits to ancient sites like Sambo Prei Kuk in Kampong Thom.

Brief itinerary
Day 1: Phnom Penh – Kampong Cham – Hanchey Bamboo Resort
Day 2: Hanchey Bamboo Resort – Mekong Irrawaddy Dolphins
Day 3: Hanchey Bamboo Resort – Sambo Prei Kuk – Naga Bride – Siem Reap

Tour costs are net per person in US Dollars based on twin-sharing room:
2 people = USD 542 per person
3-5 people = USD 442 per person
6-9 people = USD 344 per person
Single supplement = USD 65

Booking:
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Tour inclusive of:

English Speaking Guide through the journey
Private car and driver during the trip
Entrance fee as per itinerary
Mineral water during the tour (unlimited)
Meals as per itinerary
Boat ride to visit the Irrawaddy Dolphins
Accommodation (twin/double sharing)

Tour exclusive of:

Travel Insurance
Drinks during the meals
Personal expenses
Tipping

Day 1: Phnom Penh – Kampong Cham – Hanchey

Our guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Phnom Penh and transfer you to Kampong Cham. En route, we’ll stop at the Spider Market in Skoun after about 70 km, where you can try Cambodia’s edible insects. Next, explore the bustling local market in Kampong Cham and then cross to Koh Pen, the largest island in Kampong Cham along the Mekong River. There, you’ll encounter local families engaged in farming activities. We’ll visit a pagoda, local school, and interact with villagers while seeing farms of corn, rice, beans, and bananas. Enjoy lunch at an authentic riverside restaurant. Afterwards, visit Wat Hanchey before arriving at Hanchey Bamboo Resort. The rest of the afternoon can be spent relaxing at the pool or enjoying a yoga session.

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Hanchey Bamboo Resort (Bungalow) or a similar standard hotel

Day 2: Hanchey Bamboo Resort – Mekong Irrawaddy Dolphins

After breakfast, continue upstream along the Mekong River to Kratie. Take a boat ride to observe the rare Irrawaddy dolphins up close — a truly unique experience. Return to Kratie and cross the Mekong River by local ferry to Koh Trong Island, where you’ll enjoy a homestay with a local family. Have lunch at a local restaurant in Kratie before returning to Hanchey Bamboo Resort for relaxation, a walk around the village, and swimming in the pool. Dinner is at your own convenience.

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Hanchey Bamboo Resort (Bungalow) or a similar standard hotel

Day 3: Hanchey – Sambo Prei Kuk – Naga Bride – Siem Reap

Early morning departure for Siem Reap. Make a stop at a cashew nut and rubber plantation en route. Then visit Sambo Prei Kuk, an ancient city dating from the 6th to 9th centuries, famous for its brick and sandstone temples amidst lush greenery. Have lunch at a local house, then proceed to Kampong Kdei to see the historic 12th-century bridge. Arrive in Siem Reap around 5:00 PM, concluding the tour.

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch

One of our travel specialists will customize an itinerary for you within 24 hours. Tailor-made service is free of charge and we will work together with you until every detail is satisfied by you.

Welcome to Cambodia, one of the hottest destinations in Southeast Asia offers an incredible amount of history and culture and its nature is simply amazing, to say the least; ranging from the gorgeous National Parks to the pristine beaches and relaxing islands, the flavors of Cambodia are not only in the exotic cuisines but also its overall ambiance.

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