Rural Cambodia and the Gibbons of Virachey National Park
15 days from £4650 per person

Virachey National Park is one the most important nature reserves not just in Cambodia but also the wider region. This intrepid itinerary combines Virachey with Phnom Penh, Kratie and Siem Reap and also includes a unique three-day trek in and around little-visited Phnom Kulen. Commencing in the capital, visit the traditional silk workshops of Koh Dach and the Phnom Tamao Zoological Park and Wildlife Rescue Centre before the long drive to Ban Lung. This is where the real adventure begins. Trek Virachey National Park, camp overnight and track wild gibbon then drive south to Angkor Wat before ending the journey exploring Phnom Kulen and the ancient Khmer city of Mahendraparvata.
Route: Phnom Penh – Ban Lung – Virachey National Park – Ban Lung – Kratie – Siem Reap – Preah Kral – Ta Penh – Preah Angthom – Siem Reap
Itinerary Highlights
A small riverside town beside the winding Mekong River, Kratie is special for being one of the best places to see the rare Irrawaddy dolphin. It is also close to the ancient capital of Sambor.
Angkor Thom, set within the wider Angkor complex, is a vast site containing numerous temple ruins. The highly decorated Bayon, with its inscrutable face carvings, is particularly mysterious.
Virachey National Park is a pristine wilderness area bordering southern Laos. The reserve is home to numerous rare mammals including elephant, clouded leopard, tiger and gibbon.
Itinerary: Rural Cambodia and the Gibbons of Virachey National Park
Accommodation in Phnom Penh: White Mansion Hotel (or similar)
Upgrade option: Raffles Hotel Le Royal
Accommodation in Phnom Penh: White Mansion Hotel (or similar)
Upgrade option: Raffles Hotel Le Royal
Accommodation in Phnom Penh: White Mansion Hotel (or similar)
Upgrade option: Raffles Hotel Le Royal
Accommodation in Ban Lung: Terres Rouges Lodge
Accommodation in Virachey National Park: Tented accommodation
Accommodation in Ban Lung: Terres Rouges Lodge
This morning leave Ban Lung and head south-west to Kratie where you will stay overnight. A Mekong port midway between Laos and Phnom Penh, Kratie is a picturesque town. It is also a great spot to watch the endangered Irrawaddy dolphin which inhabit this part of the Mekong River. (B)
Accommodation in Kratie: Rajabori Villas Resort (or similar)
Accommodation in Siem Reap: Sokkhak Boutique Resort (or similar)
Upgrade option: Belmond La Residence d’Angkor
Alternative upgrade option: Raffles Grand d’Angkor
Accommodation in Siem Reap: Sokkhak Boutique Resort (or similar)
Upgrade option: Belmond La Residence d’Angkor
Alternative upgrade option: Raffles Grand d’Angkor
Accommodation in Preah Kral: Local monastery
Accommodation in Ta Penh: Homestay accommodation
Accommodation in Preah Angthom: Homestay accommodation
Accommodation in Siem Reap: Sokkhak Boutique Resort (or similar)
Upgrade option: Belmond La Residence d’Angkor
Alternative upgrade option: Raffles Grand d’Angkor
What's included
- International flights from the UK
- Private car and driver
- Sightseeing with local English speaking guides
- Wildlife viewing with local naturalist
- Hotel accommodation and taxes
What's not included
- Cost of visas
- Travel Insurance
- Expenses of a personal nature
Guide to Price
The above price is based on two people travelling together and sharing accommodation in low season. The price is only a guide and can vary according to selected airlines, hotels and date of travel. If you wish to travel with your family, friends or on your own we will be very happy to assist you with your arrangements.