Tonle Sap Lake & Kampong Phluk Village Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Tonle Sap Lake's floating villages
- Discover Kampong Phluk's stilted houses
- Experience local Cambodian culture
- Enjoy a private boat tour
- Learn from an expert local guide
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation to Tonle Sap Lake
- Boat ride through Kampong Phluk Village
- English-speaking local guide
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pick up at 8 am from your hotel and set out this morning in a private 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; 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.
Return to your hotel in Siem Reap after tour.
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is conducted in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Private transportation is provided; confirm your pickup location and time.
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for weather conditions.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for boat rides.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent for sun protection.
- Carry a camera to capture the picturesque landscapes and village life.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Good to know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- From Jul-Mid Nov, in case of bad weather tour may reschedule without any prior notice.
Traveler reviews
Cultural Experience Stilt Village
Great tour and even better tour guide and driver. Was able to experience children taking English class. Very cute the kids practicing their skills with us.
An interesting morning
Our guide Bunrong and driver were very kind and picked us up punctually from the hotel. The tour itself was informative and it was interesting to see how the locals lived We were not so keen on seeing the crocodiles and other animals being kept in captivity and this made us feel a bit uncomfortable. We would also suggest that in dry season the advertised length of the tour was adjusted. We were only out for 3 hours in total
Absolutely amazing authentic experience
We had a wonderful experience on the Tonle Sap Lake and Kampong Phluk Village private half-day tour. Our guide, Sath, was absolutely lovely—very friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about sharing the local culture with us. He made the whole trip feel relaxed and personal rather than rushed. One of the highlights was how authentic the experience felt. Instead of just passing through as tourists, we were able to really see daily life in the village. Visiting local home, meeting families, and interacting with the children at school made the experience incredibly special and memorable. Our guide explained the lifestyle of the community living on and around the lake in a very engaging way, which helped us understand the culture and environment much better. It felt respectful and real, not staged for tourists. Overall, it was a fantastic tour and a great way to experience a different side of Siem Reap. The driver Mr Sen was brilliant too! We highly recommend it to anyone wanting a more genuine look.
Tonle sap lake !!!
It was a nice, pleasant and educational day, partly due to Nak, thanks again and see you soon.
Nak..the great guide.
A very nice tour with a great guide..Nak explains everything perfectly and he also takes nice pictures for us.