Half Day Kampong Phluk with Sunset, Boat and Guide from Siem Reap
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Is Half Day Kampong Phluk with Sunset, Boat and Guide from Siem Reap worth booking?
Half Day Kampong Phluk with Sunset, Boat and Guide from Siem Reap is a 5-hour experience in Siem Reap, Cambodia, from $35 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $35 per person
Embark on an highlights of Kampong Phluk as you discover stilted house, mangrove forest, kampong visit, local markets, fishery, sunset perspectives and more. This exciting tour with an inclusive pickup transfer from your
What you get
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Motorized boat fees and river boats experience
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Vehicle insurance and guide fee
- Local community entry fees
- Half-day tour includes sunset viewpoints
About this experience
Embark on an highlights of Kampong Phluk as you discover stilted house, mangrove forest, kampong visit, local markets, fishery, sunset perspectives and more. This exciting tour with an inclusive pickup transfer from your hotel. Enjoy a quiet 40-minute drive through the countryside, passing rice fields before arrive to the local market. Your guide will provide an explanation and history during the journey. Next, Explore the floating village by boarding a motorised boat through the lake. Indulge the distinctive daily routine of life on the water. Optionally, from October to January, embark on a rowing canoe through the mangrove forest. The canoe makes a halt at a diminutive floating café, which is an ideal location to observe the sun's descent as warm hues overtaken the skies, if weather permitted. Afterward, if it's a dry season we will visit a Kampong and experience their life a bit, hear the stories from the guide before return back to the town.
What's included
Included
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Motorized boat fees and river boats experience
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Vehicle insurance and guide fee
- Local community entry fees
- Half-day tour includes sunset viewpoints
- Transportation by air-conditioned minivan/minibus
- Entry to Tonle Sap Lake
- Fuel fee & parking fee
- Cold bottled water and life jacket
Not included
- Rowing boat to mangrove forest - $5.50 USD per person (updated 2014)
What you'll see and do
Ro Lus Market - Explore a thriving local market on the banks of the Rolous River. This market is a vital location where residents gather in the mornings and late afternoons to buy fresh vegetables, meats, fruits, freshwater fish, and household items. Our guide will explain and take you through the itinerary.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Kompong Phluk
Explore the floating village of Kompong Phluk on Tonle Sap Lake by boarding a motorised boat through the lake. Experience and indulge the distinctive daily routine of life on the water, where schools, residences, and markets float and adjust to the constantly fluctuating water levels.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Tonle Sap Lake
Tonlé Sap is the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia and one of the most diverse and productive ecosystems in the world. It was designated as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1997 due to its high biodiversity. The lake is enormous in size. The boats you rent transport you along the canals through the floating the village to the lake's open waters; the boat excursion is inclusive except mini rowing boat. The guide will present throughout the whole journey and enjoy the beautiful sunset at the end.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Kampong Phluk Floating Village
Following sunset, the tour will proceed to Kampong Phluk offshore, where actual villagers will be visited. The guide will provide an explanation all along the way, giving the audience a chance to observe how the locals live, work, and engage with the environment, including fishing and other activities before returning to the siem reap town, please take note that the itinerary might subject to change due to the water level and season.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Wadi Rum Fire Camp
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Half Day Kampong Phluk with Sunset, Boat and Guide from Siem Reap. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Exciting and unforgettable
You have to go to the floating village to raise awareness with the Cambodian people. The visit to the village is full of excitement and admiration for these inhabitants who possess enormous resilience. Beautiful to watch the sunset from the lake. The guide, attentive to each one of us and knows like no one else that habitat because he was born there and experienced the real life that is breathed there and the resources of daily life and survival.
via Viator (translated)
Really enjoyed the activity at a Reasonable Price
Pickup service arrived at my hotel right time. People from different countries join the activities and got on the vehicle, a big boat and later small boats for mangrove forests (This one has to be paid optionally. I paid $5/person). The atmosphere was good among the group, so we helped each other out taking pictures on the boat. The guide was done by a gentle man, Mr. Nan who kindly answered all the questions about the village people's life and culture etc. In general, I really enjoyed the activities at a reasonable price. Strongly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 60
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Half Day Kampong Phluk with Sunset, Boat and Guide from Siem Reap: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Siem Reap.
How much does Half Day Kampong Phluk with Sunset, Boat and Guide from Siem Reap cost?
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Prices start at $35 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Siem Reap usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Half Day Kampong Phluk with Sunset, Boat and Guide from Siem Reap take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Siem Reap is not rushed.
Is Half Day Kampong Phluk with Sunset, Boat and Guide from Siem Reap worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Siem Reap, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Half Day Kampong Phluk with Sunset, Boat and Guide from Siem Reap?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Half Day Kampong Phluk with Sunset, Boat and Guide from Siem Reap suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Half Day Kampong Phluk with Sunset, Boat and Guide from Siem Reap?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Siem Reap can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Siem Reap and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Half Day Kampong Phluk with Sunset, Boat and Guide from Siem Reap start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Siem Reap within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Siem Reap?
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On Outty we rank every Siem Reap experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Angkor Wat Sunrise or Sunset Small-Group and Guide tours, Angkor Wat full Day 'Small Group with sunset & Tour Guide, Angkor Wat Sunrise or Sunset Tour with Guide from Siem Reap. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Siem Reap?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Siem Reap?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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