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Koh Rong
Beaches; Snorkelling; Hiking
Estimated trip cost

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2 people
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1 room
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7 days
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Flexible
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Mid-range
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OVERVIEW
Koh Rong is a large island off Cambodia’s coast, with sandy bays, fishing settlements and forested interior landscapes. Resort construction has expanded quickly, while some beaches and villages remain relatively simple and remote. Bay occupies a different part of the destination from harbour, giving the wider area a clear physical structure. Harbour and coast belong to the same connected landscape, although they often feel distinct on arrival, with coast providing an additional point of connection.
Boat access, electricity and services vary by area, making careful base selection important. Development pressures are changing the island quickly, so quieter routes and community based stays offer a more grounded experience. Routes through bay lead naturally towards harbour, so the experience changes without requiring long transfers. The relationship between coast and harbour adds variety without requiring long transfers.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
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THINGS TO DO
Walk Koh Rong’s forest trails
Choose a walk around Koh Rong’s forest trails that matches your time, fitness and current conditions. Check the route and weather locally instead of assuming every trail is accessible year-round.
Hiking
2 hours to full day
Snorkel around Koh Rong’s principal snorkelling waters only when sea conditions and access are suitable. Use local guidance where currents or reefs are unfamiliar, and never promise particular marine-life sightings.
Find Koh Rong’s coastline
Spend time at Koh Rong’s coastline rather than treating every nearby beach as interchangeable. Swimming conditions, access and facilities can vary, so check locally before entering the water. Choose it only if it fits your base and route.
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Currency
Cambodian riel · KHR
Tap water
Do not drink untreated
Plug type
Type A / B / C / F / G · 230 V · 50 Hz
Emergency
Police 117 · Ambulance 119 · Fire 118
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