7-8hours
8:00AM
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A day trip to Kulen Waterfall Mountain Park with Picnic Lunch, Allows you to see some of the most impressive ancient Khmer religious sites outside of the Angkor Wat complex. The natural beauty of the area, with its rivers, waterfalls, and jungle landscapes, Break for a picnic lunch. Enjoy the natural surroundings, makes for a wonderful day excursion from Siem Reap
itinerary for the Kulen Mountain day trip: Start at 8:00 AM - Depart Siem Reap for Kulen Mountain, This 1.5 hour drive will take you from the bustling city of Siem Reap into the scenic Kulen Mountain range. Sit back and enjoy the changing landscapes as you make your way to this important historical and religious site.
10:30 AM - Arrive at Kulen Mountain National Park entrance
Upon arrival, you will visit the Preah Ang Thom Monastery, an active Buddhist monastery located atop Kulen Mountain. The highlight here is the 16th century reclining Buddha statue, which is carved directly into the sandstone cliff face. You can explore the monastery grounds, learn about the history and significance of this sacred site, and even have the opportunity to participate in religious activities with the resident monks.
11:45 AM - Walk to the River of a Thousand Lingas
After your visit to the monastery, you will embark on an 800 meter walk down to the famous River of a Thousand Lingas. This river bed is intricately carved with thousands of lingam (phallic-shaped) carvings dating back to the 9th century Khmer empire. Take time to wander along the river and admire these incredible ancient carvings.
12:30 PM - Break for a picnic lunch
Enjoy a peaceful picnic lunch surrounded by the natural beauty of Kulen Mountain. This is the perfect time to recharge and take in your serene natural surroundings.
1:00 PM - Visit Kulen Waterfall
No trip to Kulen Mountain is complete without seeing the stunning 25-meter high Kulen Waterfall. You'll have the opportunity to swim in the refreshing waters or simply relax and take in the scenery. For a more adventurous experience, you could choose to spend 1-2 hours exploring the waterfall area.
2:30 PM - Begin the return journey to Siem Reap
After your fulfilling day exploring the historical and natural wonders of Kulen Mountain, you'll begin the 1.5 hour drive back to your hotel in Siem Reap.
4:30 PM - Arrive back in Siem Reap
You'll be dropped off at your hotel in Siem Reap, with memories and photographs from your incredible day at Kulen Mountain.
4:30 PM - Arrive back in Siem Reap
You'll be dropped off at your hotel in Siem Reap, with memories and photographs from your incredible day at Kulen Mountain
When visiting the Reclining Buddha, River Thousand Lingas, swimming at a waterfall, and the picnic lunch area in Park:
Reclining Buddha:
When visiting the Reclining Buddha, you should dress modestly and respectfully, as this is a sacred Buddhist site. Suggested attire includes:
River Thousand Lingas:
At the River Thousand Lingas, you’ll want to dress for hiking and being outdoors. Comfortable, lightweight clothing is recommended, such as:
Swimming at Waterfall:
For swimming at the waterfall, you’ll want to pack your swimsuit. Consider bringing:
Picnic Lunch Area:
When enjoying a picnic lunch, you can dress more casually. Suggested attire includes:
Regardless of the specific site, it’s always a good idea to dress in layers and bring sun protection, as the weather in Cambodia can be hot and humid.