Private Tour: Beng Mealea Jungle Temple, Lolei and Bakong temple
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Private Tour: Beng Mealea Jungle Temple, Lolei and Bakong temple is a 5-hour experience in Siem Reap, Cambodia, from $65 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $65 per person
On this unique tour you will visit the jungle temple of Beng Mealea, which was built in the same period as Angkor Wat. Beng Mealea temple stands about 70 kilometers from the main temples of Angkor. It was added to the UN
What you get
- Private tour
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
On this unique tour you will visit the jungle temple of Beng Mealea, which was built in the same period as Angkor Wat. Beng Mealea temple stands about 70 kilometers from the main temples of Angkor. It was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1992. The temple is called jungle temple because for the most part it was left the way it was found: overgrown by trees and the way back we stop for visit Lolei temple and Bakong temple such as the great temple in Hindu of Shiva god. This tour can be taken with or without tour guide. Please choose your preferred option when booking.
What's included
Included
- Private tour
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Admission for Beng Mealea are using the same Angkor pass.
What you'll see and do
Prasat Beng Mealea
Beng Mealea was built as a Hindu temple, but some carvings depict Buddhist motifs. Its primary material is sandstone and it is largely unrestored, with trees and thick brush thriving amidst its towers and courtyards and many of its stones lying in great heaps. For years it was difficult to reach, but a road recently built to the temple complex of Koh Ker passes Beng Mealea and more visitors are coming to the site, as it is 77 km from Siem Reap by road. The history of the temple is unknown and it can be dated only by its architectural style, identical to Angkor Wat, so scholars assumed it was built during the reign of king Suryavarman II in the early 12th century.[1] Smaller in size than Angkor Wat, the king's main monument, Beng Mealea nonetheless ranks among the Khmer empire's larger temples.
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Lolei
Lolei (Khmer: ប្រាសាទលលៃ) is the northernmost temple of the Roluos group of three late 9th century Hindu temples at Angkor, Cambodia, the others members of which are Preah Ko and the Bakong. Lolei was the last of the three temples to be built as part of the city of Hariharalaya that once flourished at Roluos, and in 893 the Khmer king Yasovarman I dedicated it to Shiva and to members of the royal family. The name "Lolei" is thought to be a modern corruption of the ancient name "Hariharalaya,"[1]: 98, 112 which means "the city of Harihara." Once an island temple, Lolei was located on an island slightly north of centre in the now dry Indratataka baray,[2]: 60 construction of which had nearly been completed under Yasovarman's father and predecessor Indravarman I. Scholars believe that placing the temple on an island in the middle of a body of water served to identify it symbolically with Mount Meru, home of the gods, which in Hindu mythology is surrounded by the world oceans.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Prasat Bakong
Bakong (Khmer: បាគង [ɓaːkɔːŋ]) is the first Khmer temple mountain of sandstone constructed by rulers of the Khmer Empire at Angkor near modern Siem Reap in Cambodia. In the final decades of the 9th century AD, it served as the official state temple of King Indravarman I in the ancient city of Hariharalaya, located in an area that today is called Roluos. The structure of Bakong took shape of stepped pyramid, popularly identified as temple mountain of early Khmer temple architecture. The striking similarity of the Bakong and Borobudur temple in Java, going into architectural details such as the gateways and stairs to the upper terraces, suggests strongly that Borobudur was served as the prototype of Bakong. Contact is inferred to have occurred between the Khmer kingdom and the Sailendra dynasty in Java, who would have transmitted to Cambodia not only ideas, but also technical and architectural details of Borobudur, including arched gateways in corbelling method.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 3 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Private tour without guide
Enjoy the flexibility of a private English speaking driver. Pickup included
Private tour with guide
Enjoy full day tour with a private driver and English speaking private guide. 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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Siem Reap Angkor Travel and Tour
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. Please dress modestly and cover your shoulders.
- This tour can be taken with or without tour guide. Please choose your preferred option when booking.
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour: Beng Mealea Jungle Temple, Lolei and Bakong temple. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Interesting!!
Our tour guide was excellent, and we thoroughly enjoyed the visit to Beng Melea. This is a really spectacular temple, set in beautiful grounds. The trip also gives you the opportunity to see the Cambodian countryside and the activities in the villages. As for Kompong Pluk Floating Village, I would say that as a tourist attraction it is over-rated. Mildly interesting, but as a spectacle it can't compete with villages on stilts to be seen in Thailand or Vietnam.
via Tripadvisor
Another brilliant day in cambodia
We travelled to Cambodia on our honeymoon. We like to explore but only have a few days so we booked this private tour. Our driver picked us up at 8:30 from our hotel and drove us for 1 hour to Beng Mealea a wonderful ancient temple ruin. A local took a photo using our phone and charged us $2. Our driver waited out the front with the car and let us go of and explore. He spoke some English. After 1.5 hours we headed back where he then drove us to a village near Sap Lake. We left the car and took a boat ride around the village which was an amazing experience alto see how these people live. Quite extraordinary. Whilst out on the vast lake a woman came on a boat and parked next to ours where we bought some Pringles for $4USD quite expensive yes but she was on a boat, that’s a lot of effort on her behalf and these people have very little on the way of money. Water was included. I wore converse which were fine and comfortable but the paths are like a red dirt so wear something you don’t mind getting a little dirty. Our driver also stopped on a road side so I could try a traditional Cambodian food called Kralan which is a bamboo cane used to cook sticky rice with coconut milk, black beans (these don’t taste of anything) and sugar. Then you peel the bamboo back and eat it.
Response from the operator: Dear Sir/Madame Thank you for sharing with us your experienced on our TripAdvisor page! I am much appreciate with your satisfaction that you had a great time while you are on HONEYMOON in Cambodia. Your kind words greatly motivate us to deliver great experiences consistently. Thank you and wishing you had a great holiday back home and good luck all of your family. Sincerely, Sopheak Hun
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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
- Price range
- $65 to $95
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Tour: Beng Mealea Jungle Temple, Lolei and Bakong temple: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Siem Reap.
How much does Private Tour: Beng Mealea Jungle Temple, Lolei and Bakong temple cost?
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Prices start at $65 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 Private Tour: Beng Mealea Jungle Temple, Lolei and Bakong temple 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 Private Tour: Beng Mealea Jungle Temple, Lolei and Bakong temple worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 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 Private Tour: Beng Mealea Jungle Temple, Lolei and Bakong temple?
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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 Tour: Beng Mealea Jungle Temple, Lolei and Bakong temple 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 Private Tour: Beng Mealea Jungle Temple, Lolei and Bakong temple?
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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 Private Tour: Beng Mealea Jungle Temple, Lolei and Bakong temple 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.
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