Phnom Kulen Elephant Forest Cycling

TOUR DETAILS

Embark on an exhilarating 5-day cycling adventure that takes you off the beaten path to discover the charm of remote villages, where you’ll experience the warm hospitality of farmhouse homestays and enjoy unforgettable nights camping in the breathtaking Kulen Mountain. Along the way, visit stunning waterfalls and witness majestic elephants at the Kulen Forest Camp, immersing yourself in the rich natural beauty and authentic culture of Cambodia. Each day promises new adventures and memorable moments, making this the perfect escape for nature lovers and those seeking to connect with the local spirit!

Day 1: Siem Reap – Sasarsdam Farmhouse
Day 2: Sasarsdam Farmhouse – Bong Thom Homestay
Day 3: Bong Thom Homestay – Phnom Kulen Camping
Day 4: Phnom Kulen Camping – Chansor Homestay
Day 5: Chansor Homestay – Kulen Elephant – Siem Reap

Tour costs are net per person in US Dollars based on twin/double sharing room:
2 people = USD 954 per person
3-5 people = USD 816 per person
6-9 people = USD 715 per person
Single supplement = USD 97
Optional e-bike extra charge = USD 100

Book the tour:
E-mail: sam@merrytravelasia.com
HP/WhatsApp: +85512766971

Tour inclusive of:

Cycling tour guide (English)
Private car and driver during the trip
Mountain bike and helmet
Mechanic and support track
Entrance fee as per itinerary
Water, drinks and snacks during the cycling day(s)
Meals as per itinerary
Elephant watch half day (shared)
All taxes and service charges
Accommodation (twin/double sharing)

Tour exclusive of:

Visa fee to Cambodia
All flights
Travel Insurance
Drinks during the meals
Personal expenses
Tipping

Day 1:

Siem Reap – Sasarsdam Farmhouse

At 8:00 AM, our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Siem Reap and transfer you to the bike shop, where you’ll meet your tour guide for a detailed briefing and bike fitting. We’ll then set off on our biking adventure from the shop, riding along the scenic Siem Reap Riverside and through small villages, making stops to observe the daily activities of local villagers. We’ll visit West Baray and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

After lunch, we’ll continue our ride to the Angkor Silk Farm and Phuk Market, where you can sample some deep-fried crickets and water bugs (optional, if you’re feeling adventurous!). Next, we’ll cycle along the historic Angkor Ancient Highway to Sasarsdam Farmhouse. Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly greeted by the hosts and enjoy a refreshing drink.

In the late afternoon, take a leisurely stroll through the farms with your hosts, relax with cold drinks while enjoying the sunset, and savor a delicious dinner at the farmhouse. You’ll spend the night in a comfy hammock, immersed in the peaceful surroundings.

Included for the day:
Cycling: 50km
Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Farmhouse (sleep in hammock)

Day 2: Sasarsdam Farmhouse – Bong Thom Homestay

After breakfast at the farmhouse, we’ll bid farewell to our gracious hosts and begin our cycling journey through remote villages. Along the way, we’ll make stops to visit a local school and pagoda, offering chances to interact with friendly families and learn about their daily lives. We’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing our ride to Bong Thom Homestay, where you’ll experience a warm welcome and a delightful dinner, followed by a cozy overnight stay.

Included for the day:
Cycling: 70km
Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Bong Thom Homestay (standard)

Day 3: Bong Thom Homestay – Phnom Kulen Camping

After enjoying breakfast at Bong Thom Homestay, we’ll set off on our cycling adventure to Phnom Kulen, where we’ll face the challenge of riding uphill to a height of about 500 meters above sea level. Along the way, we’ll make stops at breathtaking viewpoints to take in the stunning vistas before continuing our journey to visit the 1000 Lingas and enjoy a refreshing swim in the beautiful waterfall. We’ll then have lunch at a local restaurant to recharge. After lunch, we’ll ride to Anlong Thom Village before reaching our campsite for the night, where you’ll enjoy dinner and spend the evening in an adventure tent, surrounded by the wonders of nature.

Included for the day:
Cycling: 60km
Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Adventure Tent at Kulen Mountain Campsite

Day 4: Phnom Kulen Camping – Chansor Homestay

After breakfast at the campsite, we’ll begin our cycling journey to Wat Prah Kral, immersing ourselves in an adventurous biking experience as we navigate through the jungle and small hills. Along the way, we’ll visit charming small temples and Peung Tral, tackling paths filled with rocks, sand, and challenging trails that promise plenty of fun and excitement. After descending through picturesque villages, we’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before arriving at our homestay in Chansor Community for the night. You’ll dine on delicious local cuisine and have the unique experience of sleeping in a traditional Khmer house in a remote village, truly embracing the local culture and hospitality.

Included for the day:
Cycling: 60km
Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Chansor Homestay (Khmer Traditional Stilt House)

Day 5: Chansor Homestay – Kulen Elephant – Siem Reap

After breakfast, we’ll embark on our ride towards Kulen Elephant Camp. Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed with a refreshing drink and receive a briefing about the camp. You’ll then join fellow visitors for a fascinating walk through the camp, where you can learn about the elephant family and observe these majestic creatures up close. After a delightful lunch at the camp, we’ll gear up and bike back to Siem Reap. We expect to arrive in Siem Reap around 4 PM, concluding this extraordinary tour filled with unforgettable experiences and memories.

Included for the day:
Cycling: 60km
Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch

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Surreal 14-day group bicycle tour of backroads Cambodia - Siem Reap to Phnom Penh Our charity group of 18 over 14 days were led by Zil and his experienced team from the Siem Reap tour company - Merry Travel - beginning at the Siem Reap temples then northeast to the mighty Mekong River, then following the Mekong southward towards Phnom Penh - our cycle paths meandered through the authentic Cambodian countryside which tourists will never see - truly surreal and the best way to learn about the Cambodian history, people, food and their culture. Merry Travel team followed us with exemplary support - highly recommend this tour company based in Siem Reap for your Cambodian travel adventure. The bicycles were fantastic also. Thanks to Merry Travel and Mr Biker Saigon cycle tour teams.

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Championship Bike trip in Bangkok Chiang Mai, it was an amazing trip professional and reliable company, the staff was very professional and did everything to make it a perfect trip, I would like to thank Sam the owner of the company I have no doubt we will meet again. thank you

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RECOMMEND Professional, flexible and good organization. Cambodia is an amazing land to see by bike!!! Thank you for the good care

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Amazing self-guided bike tour in Cambodia! Just completed an amazing self-guided bespoke ebike tour with Merry Travel/Cambodia bikes. We are both 60 plus regular cyclists who normally travel ourselves, however with little planning time and this being our first visit to the region sought local guidance. So glad we did. The planning, which was initially done through Mr Biker Saigon, as we were doing similar tours in Vietnam, was seamless and provided for a more interesting tour than had we planned it ourselves. We provided a rough 'request list' and timings and they proposed routes incorporating several additional activities including trekking, kayaking and dolphin watching. Routes were provided on Bike with GPS and also a list of accommodation. All of which were in interesting places and local commmunity orientated, which we liked. The routes, which were generally on quiet and always interesting side roads and often gravel tracks - took us through amazing countryside, small villages and finally on a beautiful journey following the Mekong into Phnom Penh. We also had a vehicle which loosely followed us and our driver Makara - himself a cyclist - supported us with everything from transfers, bike maintenance when needed and interpretation. He also found us some nice coffee and food stops!! Overall a fantastic adventure. We loved the space and adventure afforded by self-guiding, but with the excellent backup support provided by Sam at Merry Travel and Makara throughout the journey. Thank-you!

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Best bike trip ever in Vietnam and Cambodia !!! we had a wonderful trip with Cambodia cycling tour ; Southern Vietnam and then to Siem Reap . Sam did a great job planning this trip; it was a perfect balance of biking and cultural experiences and lots of fun . Our guides and crew in both countries were amazing ; knowledgeable and always helpful and went beyond our expectations to create and unforgeratble experience . Everyone was so welcoming and cant say enough about the food !! We really appreciated eating in local places . The hotels were nicer then we usually stay and the pools were amazing Thanks to Merry travel and Cambodia cycling for the trip of a lifetime !!!

Vicki M

Amazing experience. A group of friends spent 10 days with Merry travel cycling in Vietnam and Cambodia. It was the best trip I have ever had. We cycled thru neighborhoods in the Mekong delta. Our guide expertly provided insight and info. He was a perfect cycling guide adding a rich cultural experience as well as great biking.

Trev

5 stars out of 5. Everything was perfect. We did a tailor made cycle tour with Merry Travel. From our communication with Sam, through to the actual tour with Zil and 'T', everything was brilliant. Sam listened to what we wanted to do, the sport of places we wanted to stay and organised everything from beginning to end. We didn't want to use tourist style chain hotels, and Sam found wonderful smaller locally run hotels. Perfect for us. Zil, our cycle guide and 'T', our driver couldn't have been better. All the places we stopped for lunch and snacks were just great. Just when we thought we couldn't cycle any further, 'T' appeared out of nowhere with fresh fruit, cold water and cold towels. Absolutely fabulous.

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