What You Will Do
Start off your day off by a 60km comfortable ride in one of our A/C cars up to the the wild and Nestled in the sacred mountains of Cambodia, Phnom Kulen National Park is a place of legend, myth, and natural wonder. Known as Mahendraparvata in ancient times, Kulen Mountain was the birthplace of the Khmer Empire and home to the imperial capital more than 1200 years ago. Today, Kulen has been reclaimed by the Cambodian jungle, its ancient temples and cities hidden beneath a blanket of emerald green forest. For travelers seeking adventure, spiritual awakening, and communion with nature, Phnom Kulen is a mystical paradise waiting to be explored..
Next up, Koh Ker Temple is abandoned to the forests of the north of Siem Reap, ancient capital of the Angkorian empire (from AD 928 to AD 944).
You’ll be hungry after that long drive, so settle into one of the restaurants nearby, and dig into some traditional Cambodian curries, soups and stir-fries.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
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Phnom Kulen Waterfall
3 hours
Nestled in the sacred mountains of Cambodia, Phnom Kulen National Park is a place of legend, myth, and natural wonder. Known as Mahendraparvata in ancient times, Kulen Mountain was the birthplace of the Khmer Empire and home to the imperial capital more than 1200 years ago. Today, Kulen has been reclaimed by the Cambodian jungle, its ancient temples and cities hidden beneath a blanket of emerald green forest. For travelers seeking adventure, spiritual awakening, and communion with nature, Phnom Kulen is a mystical paradise waiting to be explored.
One of Kulen’s most popular natural attractions is the waterfall and swimming hole near the mountain’s summit. During the wet season, the churning waters cascade powerfully into a large pool perfect for taking a refreshing dip. Visitors often spend hours picnicking and relaxing on the smooth boulders surrounding the falls.
2
Koh Ker Temple
2 hours
Koh Ker Temple Group :Located in the large Srayang Commune of Preah Vihear Province, Koh Ker Archaeological Site is an ancient capital city dating to the 10th century featuring over 50 recorded temples and over 100 archeological sites along with being home to Cambodia’s famed pyramid temple, Prasat Prang. Known in old Khmer inscriptions as Chok Gargyar and Lingapura in Sanskrit inscriptions, it is where Jayavarman IV would establish his capital, some 80km to the northeast of Angkor (present-day Siem Reap). On the 17th of September 2023, Koh Ker received a UNESCO World Heritage listing.
it takes just over two hours by car covering just over 100km along good sealed roads that are passable in all weather. If you have time, several ancient sites can be visited along the way, including Beng Mealea, Svay Leu Temple, and Prasat Pram to name a few that offer easy access.
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