Destination

Cambodia: temples, jungle and empty beaches

Cambodia is a lot quieter than its neighbours. You'll see the temples of Angkor at sunrise, sleep in a jungle lodge by the river and finish on islands with crystal-clear water. The country has a moving history, and the people are incredibly welcoming.

Tree roots growing over the stone jungle temple Ta Prohm near Angkor

At a glance

Best time to go
November to March: dry and sunny
Flight time
About 14 to 16 hours, with one stop
Time difference
6 hours ahead of the Netherlands (5 in summer)
Visa
Check the current rules with your government's travel advice
Language and money
Khmer · Cambodian riel, but you often pay in dollars
Regions

Where to go in Cambodia?

Young monks in orange robes in a temple garden

Siem Reap and Angkor

The temples of Angkor, Tonlé Sap lake and a lively town with a night market.

Sugar palms and green mountains in the Cambodian countryside

Battambang and Phnom Penh

The quiet countryside around Battambang, and the capital with its Royal Palace.

Small boats on glassy water at sunset on the Cambodian coast

The south coast and islands

Kampot and Kep, the jungle around Tatai and the white beaches of Koh Rong.

Sample routes

Sample routes through Cambodia

White beach with leaning palm trees and turquoise water
  • 25 days
  • With kids

Cambodia with the family: temples, jungle and islands

From Angkor Wat at sunrise, via a villa in Kampot and a jungle lodge, to the beaches of Koh Rong.

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Going to Cambodia with a baby or toddler?

With short travel days, a stay with a pool and plenty of downtime, Cambodia works well with young children. I'm happy to think it through with you.

All tips for travelling with a baby
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Green rice field with sugar palms and mountains in the distance
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Angkor with kids: seeing the temples without the crowds

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