Beyond the Mekong River & Angkor Wat Temple : Bike, Hike & Kayak Adventure

After enjoying breakfast and checking out of our hotel, we embarked on a biking adventure through Kampong Cham town, venturing into the picturesque countryside along the Mekong River. Our journey includes exploration of diverse farmland, such as flower farms, fruit and vegetable plantations, as well as visits to the Muslim community, Bamboo sticky villages, and lotus farms. We’ll pause for lunch at a stunning restaurant overlooking the Mekong River, soaking in the serene surroundings. Following lunch, we’ll continue our biking excursion through local villages, where we’ll have the chance to interact with residents, including those practicing traditional crafts like blacksmithing and handmade product creation. Later, we’ll transfer to Kratie, a charming French colonial town, where we’ll spend the night, reflecting on the day’s adventures and anticipating what lies ahead.

• Distance: 50 km
• Meals: L & D
• Accommodation: Standard Hotel in Kratie Town

Today’s itinerary features a shorter bike ride compared to the previous two days. We’ll start by cycling through the countryside of Kratie, exploring local farms, and learning about the traditional method of making bamboo sticky rice from the locals. Our next stop is the Dolphin site, where we’ll embark on a kayaking excursion along the Mekong River to observe the endangered Irrawaddy Dolphins as part of our conservation efforts. After a refreshing lunch at a picnic hut by the Mekong River, we’ll transfer to Koh Samseb Island, a newly established ecotourism community. Here, we’ll embark on a boat trip along the Mekong River, where we’ll have the opportunity to explore numerous beautiful islands, observe birds, and engage in fishing activities during the twilight hours. The adventure continues as we conclude the day by setting up our camping tents for an overnight stay on the hidden island within the ecotourism community. We’ll unwind with a sunset cool beer or wine, enjoying a delicious dinner served by the local community as we immerse ourselves in the tranquility of the surroundings.

• Distance: 25 km
• Meals: B L & D
• Accommodation: Camping Tent on the Koh Samseb Island, Kratie
• Boat Trip: Koh Samseb Island

Today, our morning coffee and breakfast are served in the heart of the Mekong River. Afterward, we embark on an easy hike through the island jungle, where we’ll have the opportunity to observe various bird species and visit local farms where villagers grow rice or vegetables when the water recedes. Following the hike, we’ll refresh ourselves with a boat ride before continuing our adventure by biking along the dirt trails of the ecotourism community, cycling through the jungle for another thrilling experience. Finally, we’ll hop in a car and drive to Siem Reap. We may arrive in this temple town by evening, allowing us some time to rest before dinner.

• Distance: 30 km
• Meals: B L & D
• Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap at your own account