Cambodia is a country of many colors. This Asian country has not finished seducing nature lovers and culture and history enthusiasts. If you want to go trekking in Cambodia, it is important to select the places to discover and explore on foot. Here are some ideas.
Ratanakiri Province
Hiking in Cambodia is not boring. Quite the opposite. You walk at your own pace and according to the level you want to practice. The province of Ratanakiri is one of the best routes in Cambodia. Many trails allow you to explore the wildest parts of the country but also the preserved territories and the most remote areas. You should still organize this hike with a travel agency in Cambodia to avoid the unexpected. But this province is considered an isolated territory in the northeast of the country. It also has a little air of the Far West which gives it a unique character with its red trails, wild mountains, plains, plateaus, hills and crater lakes. A hike takes us to tropical forests and nature reserves where ethnic minorities live, including Khmer Loeu.
The Cardamom Massif
The Cardamom massif is an exceptional sanctuary with its preserved nature. We let ourselves be carried away by the feet off the beaten track. The Cardamom massif is a wild mountain range that can extend over approximately 300 km in length. It is a large area of ​​both forest and animal. It is a playground for trekking enthusiasts because it is teeming with caves and rivers but also many animals. Hiking in this part of Cambodia is like going on safari in Tanzania but in the jungle. You can observe bears, elephants, tigers and gibbons there. This is the last natural sanctuary in Cambodia.
Bokor Mountain
Bokor Mountain is located in the heart of Preah Monivong National Park. It is an old climatic station that dates back to the colonial era. The park offers many possibilities for hiking through sumptuous and preserved landscapes. You can also admire colonial remains on site while enjoying a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Thailand and the island of Phu Quoc. In addition to this, you can also discover on foot, the famous Bokor Mountain which offers many beautiful hiking trails.
Phnom Kulen Mountain
Mount Phnom Kulen is a great discovery for hikers. It is a massif that peaks at 487 m, more than 40 m from the temples of Angkor. This massif is considered sacred and is also a place of pilgrimage. To make a truly thrilling climb, you can take the pilgrims’ path, particularly through a tropical forest. This will be an opportunity to recharge your batteries and get away from it all while observing the beauty of nature. You will also take the path of the rivers of the 1000 lingas of Kbal Spean. This is an impressive archaeological site where you can see religious sculptures in the river bed. You will take the opportunity to swim in a waterfall. You continue your way through the jungle and then start to gain altitude until you cross the step on a pagoda where a giant statue of a reclining Buddha sits. At the summit, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the Angkor region.
