Tonle Sap Lake & Kampong Phluk Village Half-Day Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Tonle Sap Lake's floating villages
- Visit Kampong Phluk's stilted houses
- Experience local Cambodian culture
- Enjoy a boat ride through mangrove forests
- Discover unique lotus farms
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local English-speaking guide
- Boat ride on Tonle Sap Lake
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Meet the guide at your hotel lobby in Siem Reap for morning or afternoon departure—morning pickups are variety between 7:30am to 8:30am, while afternoon trips depart at 2 pm and pick up variety between 1pm to 2pm. So guests are advised to wait in the hotel lobby and ready to go as soon as your guide arrives. Tour set out this morning/afternoon on a group tour to the countryside which drive about 45-minutes to the fishermen’s village of Kompong Phluk whose name means 'harbor of the tusks' and Cambodia great lake. Enjoy Tonle Sap Lake, is a lake with no ends in front of you, and birds flying slowly overhead and surrounding with the interesting village. During the dry season (February to Jul), the village can be reached by mini bus or motorbike, as the – bumpy - road that is normally flooded dries up. In the rainy season (August to Jan), a short boat ride from the quay, through the wetland area will take you to Kompong Phluk. It is not a floating village but a village on high stilts as well as some floating houses and in spite of fishing is often the privilege of the Vietnamese minority but inhabitants of Kompong Phluk are almost exclusively of Cambodian origin. The villagers frequently move from house to another house during the rainy season, they live in houses built on stilts and move to small huts near the waterfront during the dry season to do fishing. Arrive at the quay, board a local boat for a 1.5-hour ride on the Tonle Sap Lake as well as village where you will see nature in a way you’ve only seen in picture books, and the tour of Kampong Phluk is worth the extra effort to get there, then we will visit the village, the pagoda on the only butte (the only building which is not on stilts) and see the activities of the villagers who your expert guide will teach you about their culture, the life style, and the ecosystem of this fascinating place. Optional (August to Jan): you can pay an extra to take a small canoes paddle by villagers (or wait for the group about 40 mns); will take you deep into the dense flooded forest. The trees of this forest are perfectly adapted to their unusual existence as they are completely submerged a part of the year. Return to Siem Reap and drop off at your hotel or requested drop off point within Siem Reap city center.
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm your hotel pickup details at least 24 hours before the tour.
- Be prepared for a boat ride; life jackets are provided for safety.
- Note that the tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and water activities.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent to protect against sun and mosquitoes.
- Carry a camera to capture the scenic beauty and unique moments of the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Good to know
- Variety group size depends on bookings of the day
- Minimum age is 3 years
- No wheelchair accessible
- Travel insurances
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Traveler reviews
Amazing trip and excellent guide
We had an amazing experience on the Tonle Sap Lake & Kampong Phluk Village Half Day Tour. From start to finish, everything was well organised and enjoyable. Our tour guide, San, was outstanding, very knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about sharing the history, culture, and daily life of the area. He made the whole trip engaging and informative, and was happy to answer every question. 10/10 for San! Our driver, Phearom, was equally excellent and professional. The vehicle was spotless, very comfortable, and made the drive relaxing and enjoyable. Another 10/10! The highlight of the trip was visiting the village school and meeting the local children. It was a great experience and gave us a real insight into village life around Tonle Sap Lake. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Siem Reap. Great team, great service, and an unforgettable experience.
Fabulous tour and guide.
A really interesting tour, setting all the ways of local people’s lives was fascinating. Our tour guide had extensive knowledge and has great English speaking skills. I would highly recommend 👍🏼🙏🏻
Great afternoon tour
A wonderful tour. We were lucky enough to experience wedding in the floating village. They invited us in and shred their drinks and food (I wasn’t game enough to eat the food). Awesome sunset from the floating market.
Authentic, well-organized tour with a fantastic guide—perfect choice if you want to experience real local life in Cambod
Everything was well organized, smooth pickup and a great overall program, but what truly made the experience special was our guide. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and shared honest, meaningful insights about local life around Tonle Sap and the floating village.
The Best Guided Tour of Tonle Sap Lake and nearby Villages
We were excited to experience Tonle Sap Lake and the nearby villages and markets. And thanks to our guide Ty Sath and our driver Mr. Mom, our experience was even better than our expectations! We especially appreciated Sath’s knowledge of Cambodian history, and culture , and his love for his country and the people. We observed this when in the markets and the villages, and especially at the school where the teacher and students showed respect to him. And because of Sath, we were able to interact with the students as they practiced their English. Sath was also so thoughtful and attentive to our questions. And when I left my small backpack on the boat he quickly made sure it was located and kept safe until we got back. If you want a rewarding, insightful and memorable tour I strongly recommend that you contact Ty Sath soon before your trip because he is in demand as a quality and trusted guide!