Half-Day Kampong Pluk Floating Village Tour
HIGHLIGHTS
This tour take you to village on stilts, where you will see unique houses, pagoda, schools, and shops that adapt to the lake's seasonal changes. You can also explore the flooded forest, take a boat ride with locals, and learn about daily life of fishing communities.
This half-day tour is perfect for travelers looking for an authentic experience and a closer look at Cambodia's unique lake culture.
From:
USD75/car
ITINERARY
Duration: Approximately 4-5 hours
Best time to visit: August to February, when the water levels are high
@ 8:00 AM- Hotel Pickup in Siem Reap: Your guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle for a comfortable journey to Kampluk, located about 30 km from Siem Reap.
@ 9:00 AM- Arrival at Kampong Pluk Village: Arrive at Kampong Pluk, where you'll start your journey by boat. This stilted village rises above the lake, allowing you to see traditional cambodian homes and daily village life.
@ 9:30 AM-Boat Tour Through Kampong Pluk Village: Boat a traditional wooden boat and cruise through the floating village. Pass by stilted houses, local schools, and pagodas. Your guide will share insights into the local customs, the unique architecture, and how the villagers live according to the seasonal rise and fall of the lake.
@ 10:15 AM- Tonle Sap Lake Tour: Continue your tour by boat into the open waters of Tonle Sap Lake. Southeast's Asia's largest fresh water lake. here you can observe fishing boats and other small villages, learning about the fishing practices and lake life that sustain local communities.
@ 11:30 AM- Return to Siem Reap: Depart Kampong Pluk and enjoy the scenic ride back to Siem Reap, reflecting on the unique cultural experience and incredible scenery.
@ 12:00 AM- Drop-Off at Hotel: Arrive back at your hotel in Siem Reap, with the rest of the day free for other activities.
- Tour Inclusions: Hotel Pickup and Drop-off, Guided boat tour through Kampong Pluk, Private Air-conditioned vehicle (SUV or Van), Bottled water and cold towel.
- Tour Exclusions: Boat ticket, Optional paddle boat ride through the flooded forest (seasonal)
- Price: USD 75 for 1 to 3 people ( extra person is chargeable at USD 5 per person)