Full-Day Phnom Kulen Sacred Mountain by Jeep

9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Just an hour from Siem Reap, the sacred mountain of Phnom Kulen is renowned for its beautiful Buddhist temples, ancient Angkorian ruins, and natural waterfalls. On this tour, spend a full day taking in the highlights and exploring the wild jungle trails in a Jeep. Admire the gigantic reclining Buddha, see the ancient rock carvings of Kabal Spean, and cool off with a swim beneath the falls.

- Magnificent views and photo opportunities in an open-sided Jeep
- Delicious lunch of typical Khmer cuisine at a local restaurant
- Hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your Siem Reap hotel
- Maximum of six people ensures the undivided attention of your guide

What's Included

Lunch
Driver
Transport by vintage jeep
Bottled water
Entrance fee Phnom Kulen $20
Professional English speaking guide
Snacks
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up from your hotel or apartment in 30 minutes before the tour start.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Siem Reap Province

    We pickup from your hotel in Siem Reap. As your tour departure at 8:30 am. kindly ready from 0:00 am and ready to go as soon as your tour guide arrives at your hotel.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Phnom Kulen National Park

    We drive 55 km northeast of Siem Reap to visit the natural day trip. Phnom Kulen (Lychee Mountain), a sandstone plateau considered sacred by the Khmers. This place is widely regarded as the birth place of the ancient Khmer Empire. Our vehicle will bring us by a steep dirt road near the top of the mountain; on the way up you will be able to admire dramatic scenery. There, you will see the ancient sculptures on the riverbed by crossing the bridge, then a stair will take you to a pagoda nestled between large rocks where you will see the biggest reclining Buddha of the country, carved in the rock. Enjoy the view of the countryside from there.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Phnom Kulen Waterfall

    The hike will continue towards the 30 meters high waterfalls where you will have a picnic lunch. This is a very popular place for Khmer people to come and enjoy their weekend with a picnic. More carvings stand in the riverbed above the waterfall. After a good and refreshing swim with the locals, (don’t forget your swimsuits).

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 4

    An important cultural site, and home to one of the largest reclining Buddha carvings in Cambodia. We will also visit the River of 1000 Lingas, ancient riverbed with intricate and meaningful carvings.

    2 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Angkor Express Boat

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
4WD Tours
Adventure Tours
Zombie
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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