Tonle Sap Lake and Kampong Phluk Half-Day Tours from Siem Reap (4-5h)

The trip to Kompong Phluk on the bank on Tonle Sap (Lake) in Siem Reap was not only interesting to see how the villagers cope with seasonal flooding of their village during the monsoon months( April to September) when the lake overflows with water brought down from the Himalayas by the Mekong River ... that's why all the houses are built on stilts. We visited the Kompong on December 27 (dry season) and the place was dry and dusty; and the little children have to climb up high ladders with their school bags.We had a very friendly guide who explained in clear English what to expect during the 45-minute drive to the lake and also explained how Tonle Sap is the world's largest fresh water lake that rules the lives and livelihood of people miles around. Our guide Choub was also very obliging when we asked to be taken to see a local market not visited by tourists. We got to experience the sights, sound and smells of the bustling market where we saw people selling freshly caught catfish, dragoon fish, etc as well as smoked and fermented fish paste. The walk through the village enabled us to visit a small 'school' taught by a volunteer teacher and the children were eager to learn where we came from and what we eat, etc. Great to be able to interact with the children direct and get a glimpse of their daily activities and what they want to be when they are adults. Overall, it's not the sights but the insights we gained that make the trip memorable. Thanks to Choub and his driver Channe of Green Eco Tours. Andrew & Felice Yeo Singapore

Our guide Choub was excellent - he spoke very good English and was incredibly informative and knowledgeable as well as being very entertaining. Our driver Channa was also a very good driver. This was an amazing experience and one which my family will never forget. It was great to see the unique way in which the villagers live and their unique way of life. The boat ride through the mangroves was also an incredible experience. Highly recommend this!

Many thanks to my guide Jose for making this trip a pleasant memory with a friendly explanation and a perfect guide.

This tour was really enjoyable. It gave us a good insight into life in Cambodia. The trip started with a pick up from our hotel and transport to a local market. We walked around here for a while, observing the hustle and bustle. We were then brought to the boat and began our boat tour around Kompong Phluk. Our guide was very knowledgeable. We visited a local school and got to talk to young students who were learning English. We opted for the canoe trip around the mangrove forest - would recommend opting for this short trip. Overall I would recommend this tour.

Correu tudo muito bem :) O guia foi impecavel, explicava tudo muito bem. Nada a dizer de errado. Obrigada :)

Very good trip with excellent guide called Choub and his driver Channa. Boattrip but also visit to local market were very interesting

Worth the small fee for a driver, cold water, and a knowledgeable guide. Book this and you wont be disappointed

L'agenzia che si è occupata della gita ha fornito due guide ed un.mezzo comodo da Siem Reap a Tonle Sap. Ci si è fermati al mercatino molto caratteristico ( astenersi signore tipo Montenapoleone) e ci si è imbarcati per gita sul fiume che costeggia il paese su palafitte di Kampong. Non pretendete di trovare molta acqua a Natale. La stagione è secca. Poi dopo gita facoltativa in mezzo a delle mangrovie, si attraversa a piedi il paese di Kamplong che è unico. Le due guide sono state attente e precise negli orari ( Green Travel).

I joined this tour to see something different, not temples. Unfortunately, it was dry season, so the village is not under the water. I was disappointed bit first, but still we could have nice boat trip at Tonle Sap Lake, which is very big like ocean. Also, we walked around Kampong Phluk village, and saw people living in very unique houses. Our guide Choub is very cheerful person, and I could feel comfortable easily. I enjoyed the tour and had fun a lot.