Private Half-Day Silk Island Trip from Phnom Penh
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Is Private Half-Day Silk Island Trip from Phnom Penh worth booking?
Private Half-Day Silk Island Trip from Phnom Penh is a 4-hour experience in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, from $99 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 11 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (11)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $99 per person
Located just a short drive and ferry trip across the Mekong River, Silk Island is like stepping back in time. For those looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of Phnom Penh. With farmers busy working the rich
What you get
About this experience
Located just a short drive and ferry trip across the Mekong River, Silk Island is like stepping back in time. For those looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of Phnom Penh. With farmers busy working the rich fertile soils and villages with traditional housing the island provides a fascinating look at Cambodian life removed from the western influences. The center pieces of the tour are a visit to the working silk farm the island is named for and the unique Coconut School run by local volunteers and built from recycled material and what many think of as rubbish.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Private guide
- Hotel pickup
- Transport of your choice and driver
- Morning or afternoon tea
Not included
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Donations
What you'll see and do
Mekong Silk Island 099
Pickup from your hotel in Phnom Penh by the guide and you will travel through the bustling streets of Phnom Penh and you will visit the majestic Kbal Koh temple. Then, you will enjoy a local delicacy from one of the many road side stalls along the way before we board the barge to cross the mighty Mekong River. Once you arrive on Silk Island you will enjoy viewing the traditional homes of the local village and farmers working the rich soils for their crops. The tour culminates with a visit to the Silk Farm which the island is named for. Here you can see the full production cycle of silk. The tour includes: transport, guide, ferry crossing fee, silk farm entry, morning tea and chilled water. Additional offerings donations and gratuities are not included.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
1 -3 Adults Tuk Tuk
1 - 3 adult travelers rate for tuk tuk option Pickup included
1 - 14 Adults Car
1 - 14 adult travelers rate for car option Pickup included
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 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Green Cultural Travel
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 1 or more paying adults
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 11 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
11 verified traveler reviews for Private Half-Day Silk Island Trip from Phnom Penh. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A path less traveled, silk worms, community and soybeans
Siphat our amazing tour guide took us on a journey to silk island and helped us understand secrets of silk worm farming, generational art of looming and the importance of villagers support of each other. Neria a women skilled in looming even allowed me to try my hand at the loom... a humbling experience!! We had the priviledge of seeing the process of shelling soybeans thru the production of selling on the market in a dryed form, not a task for the weak! We visited the local pagoda, learned about the purpose and customs of the monks . We interacted with the local primary school kids as they left school on their bikes excited , laughing and full of joy ! Our expert driver Vanish navigated the burgeoning streets of people cars and tultuks expertly and safely Overall this is an excellent adjunct tour to the main sites Cambodia has to offer .
via Tripadvisor
Great tour.
It is a nice home warming expirience. For a half a day it is a great tour. Recommended for everybody. Thanks.
via Viator
Heartwarming vibes in a charming island on Mekong river of silk farming and other businesses
It was a very interesting trip to Silk Island which is situated at the middle of Mekong River, to which we access by a ferry. There I could meet with local families in silk business, ladies preparing suppers to monks in parogas and children playing in the gardens of schools. Local businesses such as soja beans sheets (fresh and delicious!) and Palm suger cane juice offered interesting experience. These encounters were heartwarming and enabled me to see - without pretending to be exhaustive - aspects of local lives. The highlight was the visit to the Silk Village to understand different phases of silk farming. The Silk Village is also a social project providing jobs to people with disabilities. The guide and driver were so kind, the guide (Siphat)'s explanation was very clear and informative, I truly enjoyed a long hald day trip and return to Phnom Penh!
via Tripadvisor
private half day silk island trip
The entire trip was amazing from start to finish. Everything we did was exceptional and meeting with the local people. I can't recommend this trip enough--go! You will have an amazing experience.
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommend trip!
Great trip! Driving around in a Tuk Tuk and visiting various places on the islands. Weaving Commune is worth spending time, informative presentation of the process how to produce silk. In the end we had a chill time with the guide in a Julie Coffee cafe! Highly recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $99 to $139
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Half-Day Silk Island Trip from Phnom Penh: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Phnom Penh.
How much does Private Half-Day Silk Island Trip from Phnom Penh cost?
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Prices start at $99 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Phnom Penh usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Half-Day Silk Island Trip from Phnom Penh take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Phnom Penh is not rushed.
Is Private Half-Day Silk Island Trip from Phnom Penh worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Phnom Penh, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Half-Day Silk Island Trip from Phnom Penh?
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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 Private Half-Day Silk Island Trip from Phnom Penh suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Half-Day Silk Island Trip from Phnom Penh?
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Around 4 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 Phnom Penh 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 Phnom Penh and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Half-Day Silk Island Trip from Phnom Penh 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 Phnom Penh 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 Phnom Penh?
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On Outty we rank every Phnom Penh experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Half Day Tuol Sleng S21 and Choeung Ek Killing Field Tour, The Killing Field and Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) Tour, Killing field and Toul Sleng genocide museum Tour. 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 Phnom Penh?
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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 Phnom Penh?
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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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