๐ŸŒฟ Kampong Khleang Nature Tourism Community

๐ŸŒฟ Kampong Khleang Nature Tourism Community
Location: Kampong Khleang Village, Kampong Khleang Commune, Sout Nikom District, Siem Reap Province, Cambodia about 52 km southeast of Siem Reap city and Sokchea Angkor Hotel.

Established in 2016, the community was formed in collaboration with local authorities and NGOs to support local livelihoods by developing sustainable ecotourism and promoting environmental conservation.

 

๐ŸŒŸ What You Can Experience
๐Ÿ›ถ Canoe & Boat Tours
Ride canoes or wooden boats through floating villages, seasonally flooded forests, and the edge of the Tonlรฉ Sap Lake.
Witness the daily life of fishing communities and their adaptation to water-based living.
๐Ÿฒ Community Meals & Homestays
Enjoy traditional Khmer meals made from local ingredients (like sticky rice, palm sugar, and grilled fish).
Stay overnight with local families to immerse yourself in rural Cambodian life.
๐Ÿ“š Environmental Education
A portion of the income from tourism supports Bridge of Life School, clean water projects, and environmental education for locals and children.
๐Ÿ“… Seasonal Features
Rainy Season (Juneโ€“October): The entire village becomes a floating village with houses and boats gliding over the water.
Dry Season (Novemberโ€“May): The water recedes, exposing โ€œwooden skyscrapersโ€ โ€” tall stilt houses that rise dramatically above the dry land.
๐Ÿ’ฒ Tour Options & Pricing
Option Description
Group Tours: Daily departures with guides, canoe trip, and village visit & Price Range 38โ€“45 USD
Private Tours 5.5-hour full experience, including school visit, pagoda, and Tonlรฉ Sap sunset view & Price Range $60 USD
Custom Packages: Add-on services like Khmer cooking class, extended homestays, or community volunteering: & Price Range Varies
โœ… Best For
Activity, What Youโ€™ll Gain
Canoe/Boat Ride: Explore ecosystems, learn about floodplain living and aquatic biodiversity
Environmental Study: Get insights from community guides about seasonal flooding and sustainable adaptation
Community Support: Help fund local education and clean water through responsible tourism
Local Culture: Participate in Khmer traditions like fishing, cooking, and temple visits
๐ŸŒ Community Impact
The project actively improves livelihoods, education, and environment.
It’s known for being a more ethical alternative to over-commercialized floating villages like Chong Khneas.
Revenues are reinvested into the community through infrastructure, schooling, and clean water access.

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Start your day with a tour of Angkor Thom, including visits to the Bayon Temple, Baphuon, Terrace of the Elephants, and Terrace of the Leper King. Angkor Thom, founded by Jayavarman VII in the 12th century, was one of the largest Khmer cities and remained the capital until the 17th century. Then, explore Ta Prohm, famous for the gigantic tree roots intertwined with the temple structure.

After lunch, visit Angkor Wat, the Seventh Wonder of the World. Spend your afternoon exploring this magnificent temple until late in the day. Climb Bakheng Hill to enjoy a breathtaking sunset view. Return to Siem Reap for dinner at a local restaurant and stay overnight. You have optional transportation by Tuk Tuk, by Car, or Mini Van.

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