Kompong Phluk Village Tour
Stilt-houses, mangrove forests, canoe, sunset
Kompong Phluk village is famed for its pleasant mangroves where you enjoy the rowing boat going closer to the lines of stilt houses arising from the water about 10m high then continue the canoe goes through the mangroves where you can catch beautiful photos and enjoy the serenity. Resume the boat excursion to visit Tonle Sap, learn about ecosystem, reveal lifestyle on the water and explore the surroundings.
- Tour code: #mangosteen
- City/region: Siem Reap
- Tour type: private, classic, sightseeing, boat/canoe
- Duration: 4-5 hours
- Hassle: free, flexible
- Available: September to early of February
- Advance booking: required
- Tour required: all included
Tour Program
Our experienced tour guide and driver will be greeting you at 8.30am at your hotel’s lobby then heading out of the hassle Siem Reap city about 40 minute drive to Kompong Phluk village of Tonle Sap Lake. The journey passes interesting city highlight and enroute to stroll around Rolous market to see trading activities before taking a boat trip along canal toward the center of Kampong Phluk. Once we arrive, the boat begins to slow down to let you enjoy the surrounding admired by amazing houses atop high poles, come across the highlight of fishing activities as well as see people selling fruits/vegetable/meats on their boats, you sometimes see kids in student uniforms coming back from their classes. Witness how life works on the water and how people make the lake as home then we resume take canoe to explore the pleasant mangroves, enjoy the serenity while taking picturesque photos and you may see a few waterbirds. Continue by our boat to see the great lake of Tonle Sap, learn from your tour guide about ecosystem and its rich biosphere reserve. Return to your hotel and end of service.
Note: On the way back, you probably want to visit the first capital of Khmer Empire “Rolous Group” consisting of 3 ruined temples; Bakong, Preah Ko & Lolei. This is completely included but make sure you still have your valid Angkor ticket (not included).
Private tour cost per person.
1 Pax: $95/pax ($80/pax by Tuk Tuk)
2 Pax: $55/pax ($50/pax by Tuk Tuk)
3 Pax: $42/pax
4 Pax: $35/pax
5 Pax: $32/pax
6 Pax: $29/pax
Tour Included
› Experienced local English-speaking guide
› Pick up & drop off at your hotel in Siem Reap
› Traveling in air conditioning car/minivan (tuk-tuk is available upon request)
› Private boat excursion, canoe & entrance fees
› Tour activities and sightseeing per program
› Mineral bottled water & fresh wet tissues
Tour NOT Included
› Accommodation
› Travel insurance
› Angkor ticket (for Rolous Group)
› Meals, drinks and services are not mentioned
› Gratitude/tipping to guide and driver
Transportation
Tuk Tuk has become very popular in Cambodia when visiting Angkor Siem Reap, especially tourists make their journey with tuk tuk to get an unique experience and have some fun when on Tuk Tuk. If you don’t feel comfortable with the tropical weather in Cambodia, air conditioning car/van/coach are the alternatives, cool and convenient.
Dressing Code
You should wear whatever is most comfortable but remember to dress appropriately to respect the locals and other religious sites, pagodas, temples and holy places. Clothes must cover your shoulders and knees, especially when you visit Buddhist temples/pagodas or an religious sites.
Payment
Private day-tour booking does not require a deposit but please courtly leave us 48 hour notice for any cancellation. The full payment in US dollar cash should be ready and we will assign our tour guide to collect the cash payment (US Dollar) on behalf of us when he picks you up at your hotel’s lobby.