From  £4450
per person
Tour Highlights
  • Discover the Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda
  • See rescued endangered animals
  • Take a walk with a herd of elephants
  • Explore the temples of Angkor Wat
  • Search for the rare Irrawaddy dolphins
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Wildlife & Culture of Cambodia

15 Day Tour, from £4450 per person

Cambodia is renowned for the stunning temples of Angkor, but it offers much more, including a rich diversity of wildlife. This unique Cambodia tour combines wildlife and cultural experiences.

Begin in Phnom Penh, exploring its bustling cityscape and visiting landmarks like the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. Then, head to Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Centre for a hands-on experience as a bear keeper, caring for rescued Sun Bears. Continue to the Elephant Valley Project, where you can engage with rescued elephants through jungle walks and care activities. Journey through the Cambodian countryside, passing rubber plantations and lush landscapes, before embarking on a boat trip to spot the rare Irrawaddy dolphins. Explore the pre-Angkorian temples of Sambor Prei Kuk before concluding the tour in Siem Reap. Here, marvel at the magnificent temples of Angkor, including the Bayon and Angkor Wat, ending with a memorable sunrise visit.

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1
DEPARTURE
Fly to Phnom Penh, via Singapore.
DAY 2
PHNOM PENH
Phnom Penh

Arrive Phnom Penh and transfer to your hotel where you'll spend the rest of your day at leisure.

Accommodation
Pacific Hotel Phnom Penh
DAY 3
PHNOM PENH
Royal Palace, Phnom Penh
In Phnom Penh, start your day with a visit to the Royal Palace complex, including the Throne Hall, Napoleon III Pavilion, and Silver Pagoda. In the afternoon, explore the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21), once an interrogation center under the Khmer Empire, and then head outside the city to the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, where many S-21 inmates met their fate. Note: Due to the sensitive nature of exhibits, the museum is not recommended for children under 13, but older children can visit with a mature adult to address any questions or concerns. (B)
Accommodation
Pacific Hotel Phnom Penh
DAY 4
PHNOM TAMAO WILDLIFE RESCUE CENTRE
Leopard Cat at Phnom Tamao Zoological Park and Wildlife Rescue Center, Cambodia

Begin your day by heading to the Wildlife Rescue Centre in Phnom Tamao, located just outside Phnom Penh. The first stop is at a local market to select fresh fruits for the animal residents. See the positive reinforcement training techniques used to care for elephants, including the fascinating process of changing Chhouk's prosthetic foot. Take a guided tour of the sanctuary, encountering a diverse range of rescued animals, including clouded leopards, gibbons, otters, and other endangered species. Enjoy exclusive access to the normally closed rehabilitation area, where dedicated staff care for orphaned and injured baby animals. After an enriching day, relax on your return journey to Phnom Penh. (B,L)

Accommodation
Pacific Hotel Phnom Penh
DAY 5
PHNOM PENH TO ELEPHANT VALLEY PROJECT
Elephant Valley Project in Mondulkiri Cambodia

Drive to Mondulkiri today stopping en-route to sample (if you dare!) deep fried tarantula, a local delicacy, in the small town of Skuon. The journey snakes through the mountain passes with lush jungle overhanging many of the roads. Arrive at the Elephant Valley Project and check-into the accommodation. (B,D)

Accommodation
Elephant Valley Project
DAY 6
ELEPHANT VALLEY PROJECT
ELEPHANT VALLEY PROJECT

Experience a day of "walking with the herd" at the Elephant Valley Project. Learn about the elephants' history, culture, and behaviour as you walk alongside these rescued animals. Participate in feeding and bathing them before enjoying your own lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a jungle walking adventure that concludes at a waterfall, where the elephants can cool off with a refreshing dip before returning to base. (B,L)

Accommodation
KNN Resort Mondulkiri
DAY 7
KEO SEIMA PROTECTED FOREST
Black-shanked Doucs

Today, begin your adventure in the Seima Protected Forest, spanning 2000 square kilometers. Traverse through mixed evergreen forest and waterfalls in search of black-shanked Doucs and yellow-cheeked crested gibbons, boasting the largest known populations of both species. Keep an eye out for macaques, langurs, elephants, wild cats, and other large mammals inhabiting the forest. Witness a diverse array of birdlife, including the magnificent giant hornbill. (B,L)

Accommodation
KNN Resort Mondulkiri
DAY 8
MONDULKIRI TO KRATIE
Irrawaddy dolphins

Return to the lively Cambodian lowlands and head to Kratie, a charming Mekong port town. Enjoy lunch before ascending Phnom Sambok Mountain for panoramic views. Then, visit Kampi to spot Irrawaddy dolphins on a traditional boat ride. In the late afternoon, explore Koh Trung Island by bicycle, sampling local fruits and witnessing a breathtaking sunset over the Mekong River. (B,L)

Accommodation
Soriyabori Villas Resort
DAY 9
KRATIE TO KOMPONG THOM
KRATIE TO KOMPONG THOM
Leave Kratie and journey to Kompong Thom. En route, pass through areas of rubber plantations, offering an opportunity to stop and learn about tree tapping. Explore the fusion temple of Bonteay Prey Norkor, renowned for its intricate carvings, as you drive through Kompong Cham. (B)
Accommodation
Sambor Village Hotel
DAY 10
KOMPONG THOM TO SIEM REAP
Sambor Prei Kuk

This morning explore the pre-Angkorian temples of Sambor Prei Kuk which was the first major temple city in South-East Asia and an important yet rarely visited piece of Cambodian temple history. Continue on to Siem Reap with stops along the way to visit interesting sites. (B)

Accommodation
Sokchea Angkor Hotel
DAY 11
SIEM REAP - ANGKOR TEMPLES
Koh Ker

Drive out to visit Beng Mealea, a giant temple almost entirely lost to the jungles of Cambodia. The temple site is wild, remote and truly fascinating. Continue to Koh Ker, the remote Angkor capital, and Prasat Thom, a seven-storey step pyramid which appears more Mayan than Khmer. There are other temples in the area to visit so the day will be well spent. (B)

Accommodation
Sokchea Angkor Hotel
DAY 12
ANGKOR TEMPLES
Kbal Spean

Travel to Kbal Spean, an intricately carved riverbed in the foothills of the Cambodian jungle accessed by an easy jungle walk with a steady but scenic climb. Continue to the Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity, a rescue centre for local wildlife before exploring the pink temple of Banteay Srei. The elaborate carvings found here are considered some of the best in the country. (B)

Accommodation
Sokchea Angkor Hotel
DAY 13
TONLE SAP LAKE
Tonle Sap

Visit one of Tonle Sap Lake's least-visited villages, heavily reliant on fishing. Depending on the season, explore its canals or streets. Then, venture to Kompong Pluk, a medieval floating village where life thrives on water. On the return journey to Siem Reap, stop at The Peace Museum of Mine Action of CMAC. Established by the Cambodian Mine Action Centre (CMAC), this museum highlights the devastating impact of landmines and unexploded ordnance (UXO) in Cambodia. Explore halls lined with deactivated mines and bombs, witnessing the ongoing demining efforts. Learn about the various types of mines and UXO still threatening Cambodian communities, and the meticulous demining process working towards a safer future. (B)

Accommodation
Sokchea Angkor Hotel
DAY 14
ANGKOR SUNRISE DISCOVERY BY BIKE
Cycling in Angkor Wat

Begin your day with a sunrise experience at Angkor Wat, starting with a hotel pickup at a time to be confirmed upon booking. Travel through bustling streets to the Angkor Archeological Park, where you'll join your guide and group to witness the breathtaking dawn behind the iconic spires of Angkor Wat. After the sunrise, embark on a walking tour of Angkor Wat, enjoying the serene atmosphere and optimal temperature. Your guide will provide insights into this ancient wonder before you indulge in breakfast outside the temple area. Next, explore Angkor Archeological Park by bike, cycling along forested trails to discover both famous and hidden temples. Highlights include the Bayon with its many faces and the enchanting Ta Prohm engulfed by jungle. Pause for lunch by the tranquil Sra Srang reservoir before returning to your hotel by van, arriving around 2pm. (B)

Accommodation
Sokchea Angkor Hotel
DAY 15
ANGKOR WAT - DEPARTURE
Angkor Wat

After breakfast this morning you’ll check out of your accommodation and be driven to the airport for your flight to the next destination. (B)

Pricing Information

15 day tour, from £4450 per person
(Single person supplement + £390)

Price Includes

  • Return International flights as per the itinerary
  • All airport taxes & security charges
  • Accommodation and meals as specified
  • Transfers as specified
  • Activities and excursions as specified
  • All entrance fees on sightseeing tours as specified

Price Excludes

  • Travel Insurance
  • Any meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional excursions

Price Notes

  • Cambodia visa - issued on arrival for US$35 per person (UK passport holders)
  • Please note that over the Christmas and New Year period, there may be gala dinner supplements 

Tour Route Map


  1. Cambodia, Phnom Penh
  2. Cambodia, Kampong Cham
  3. Cambodia, Kratie
  4. Cambodia, Kampong Thom
  5. Cambodia, Siem Reap

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