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- English
- French
Escape the crowds of Siem Reap and discover Prek Toal, one of Southeast Asia’s most important waterbird sanctuaries and a unique floating community on Tonlé Sap Lake.
Travel through the Cambodian countryside to Mechrey Pier, then cruise to Prek Toal Floating Village while enjoying coffee, tea, and fresh fruit on board. Accompanied by a certified Osmose guide, explore the Ramsar-listed bird sanctuary by boat, spotting rare waterbirds from dedicated viewing platforms and learning about local conservation efforts. Binoculars are provided.
Enjoy a community-prepared lunch at a floating restaurant before visiting environmental education projects and a water hyacinth handicraft workshop, where you'll create your own handmade souvenir.
End your day with a traditional Khmer paddle boat ride through floating gardens and farms, gaining a unique insight into life on the lake before returning to Siem Reap.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point in front of the black gate with Osmose wooden sign board.
Itinerary
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Your day begins with a morning transfer through the Cambodian countryside, passing traditional villages and local markets as the region comes to life.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Upon arrival at Mechrey Pier, board a boat and cruise towards Prek Toal floating village while enjoying coffee, tea, and fresh fruit on board. As you glide through this unique wetland landscape, your journey into the Tonlé Sap ecosystem begins.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary
Accompanied by a certified Osmose guide (English or French), continue by specialized sanctuary boat into the Ramsar-listed bird sanctuary, renowned for its rich biodiversity and large populations of migratory waterbirds. Travel through the sanctuary’s peaceful waterways, observe birds from dedicated viewing platforms, and learn about the area's vital conservation efforts. Binoculars and identification guides are provided to enhance your wildlife-watching experience.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
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After a morning immersed in nature, Lunch is cooked by the village's own community cooking group and served at the floating restaurant, so your meal supports the families who live here. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary requirements can be accommodated upon request.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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In the afternoon, discover the heart of Prek Toal’s community initiatives. Visit environmental education projects and a water hyacinth handicraft workshop, where local women transform an invasive aquatic plant into beautiful handmade products. Take part in a weaving class and create your own souvenir to bring home. Continue your exploration aboard a traditional Khmer paddle boat, gliding through the floating village for an authentic glimpse into life on the water. Learn how local families adapt to the lake’s ever-changing conditions and visit fascinating floating landmarks, including floating farms, floating gardens, and family homes.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
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Board a boat and cruise from Prek Toal floating village back to Mechrey Pier.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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Return to Siem Reap back to the meeting point in the afternoon.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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