Kulen Waterfall and 1000 Linga River Small-Group Tours from Siem Reap (6h)

Overview

Join a group tour to uncover the special religious significance and the natural beauty of Phnom Kulen Mountain, Cambodia’s most sacred mountain, located 50 km north of Siem Reap city.  Learn why the site serves as a place of pilgrimage to both Hindus and Buddhists by visiting the temple of the Reclining Buddha on top of the big rock, the River of 1000 Lingas and the fabulous Phnom Kulen Waterfalls. 

Highlights

  • Discover Khmer sites far from Angkor Wat
  • Visit a pilgrimage place for Khmer Hindus and Buddhists
  • Learn the cultural and historic significance of ancient, sacred sites
  • Convenient pickup and drop-off at accommodations in Siem Reap

Price Per Person in USD

1 Pax
99$

Per Person

2 Pax
59$

Per Person

3 Pax
47$

Per Person

4 Pax
43$

Per Person

5 Pax
40$

Per Person

6 Pax
39$

Per Person

7 Pax
37$

Per Person

8 Pax Plus
35$

Per Person

  • Duration 6h
  • Experienced Tour Guide English
  • Instant Confirmation
  • Free Cancellation Cancel up to 48 hours in advance
  • Mobile Voucher Accepted

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Itinerary

Meet a driver at your hotel in Siem Reap for the scenic, 2-hour trip to Phnom Kulen Mountain, passing a landscape of tropical forest and rural communities in your air-conditioned vehicle. 

The first stop of the day is a hilltop temple, where you’ll find a massive reclining Buddha carved directly into a sandstone boulder. Next, head to the River of a Thousand Lingas, exploring a riverbank adorned with ancient carvings of phalluses and Hindu gods.

Cool off at another sacred site, Phnom Kulen Waterfalls, which tumble into a wide basin that’s ideal for a midday swim or wade. Throughout the day, the guide will help bring the ancient sites to life by explaining their significance and symbolism, and you’ll have time to purchase lunch at a local restaurant before the return trip to Siem Reap.

Important Information

What's Included

  • Small Group Tour
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local live English Speaking Guide
  • Shared air-conditioned van/bus
  • Cold bottled water during tours

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fees is 18USD per person and your guide will assist you to purchase on departure day
  • Food and drinks
  • Travel insurance
  • Other personal expenses
  • Gratuities (recommended)

Pickup Time

Between 7:30-8:30AM, please ready from 7:30AM till pick up before 8:30AM

Pickup Point

Pick up from your hotel in Siem Reap
  • Siem Reap
  • Small Group Tours (Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville)
  • 6h
  • Join a group tour to uncover the special religious significance and the natural beauty of Phnom Kulen Mountain, Cambodia’s most sacred mountain, located 50 km north of Siem Reap city. Learn why the site serves as a place of pilgrimage to both Hindus and Buddhists by visiting the temple of the Reclining Buddha on top of the big rock, the River of 1000 Lingas and the fabulous Phnom Kulen Waterfalls.

from
USD $35 / Person

Price varies by group size

Guest Reviews

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234 reviews

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t1986assosagiannitis

A must do when in Siem Reap

Beautiful tour, a must do when you visit Cambodia! What made it better was our tour guide San! He shared with us so many details about the history of the place and on top of that he took some excellent fotos of us in places that are hidden jems with great views! Also the trip was safe and pleasant. Thank you San! ????
Written Mar 22, 2022

J6932NPlorraineg

Informative and peaceful

Great tour of the waterfall and sleeping Budda with informative guide. I was the only one on the tour, which was not a problem. Guide Chan was able to answer all my questions on a range of topics. Tour covered a variety of parts to visit, which keeps it interesting. Experienced driver was able to navigate road up to the mountain with ease. I found it to be a peaceful activity which can be enjoyed by those of all ages.
Written Mar 18, 2022

Сергей П

Захватывающая поездка с лучшим гидом

Великолепная насыщенная поездка в национальный парк Phnom Kulen с чудесным гидом по имени San.Идеальный способ провести день, если посмотрел основные храмы и хочется немного отдохнуть от жары на природе. Я видел много водопадов, но этот просто шикарный и полноводный даже в сухой сезон, и в нем очень круто плавать! Также очень понравился небольшой храм со статуей Будды 16-го века. Но главное - это гид San. Невероятно позитивный, умный и душевный человек, он тут почти легенда. Что важно, у него хороший английский, и он делает крутые фото. :) P.S. А еще San подарил мне свою стильную шляпу, за что ему отдельное спасибо. ;)
Written Feb 11, 2022

leanzao

Great experience

The tour was a nice change to the temples as we got to get out to the countryside. Mr Van Lohn was a great tour guide with great personal stories and showed us the local food and history. Especially liked the pancake and grilled fish were tasty. The Lingas were a bit difficult to see but the reclining Buddha and the waterfall were great. As we were in a rush, they were very flexible and allowed us to change the trip. The restaurant stop food was not the best but lots of good local food at the reclining Buddha. Definetly recommend as putting your feet in the waterfall was so refreshing and chilled.
Written Dec 29, 2021

celiapontif

Lots of fun at the Kulen waterfall

I had a great time! You can put on a traditional outfit that they give you (you need to pay 2$) and take pics. There’s a swing, which is really fun! On the way there, you will see beautiful landscapes. Our tour guide San was awesome as usual, he explained everything we needed to know, took care of us and took great care of our stuffs while we were swimming. Thank you again Mr. San!
Written Oct 27, 2021

louisesG5599CW

Waterfall Kulen Forest

Nous avons passé un super moment aux cascades ! San vous emmènera dans les meilleurs endroits pour prendre de belles photos et avoir les meilleurs points de vue. Il vous fera voir différents choses tout au long du voyage jusqu’aux cascades.
Written Oct 27, 2021

Mangala G

Kulen Mountain

Amazing experience. My guide Choub had an encyclopedic knowledge about history of Kulen Mountains. Highly recommended!
Written Feb 14, 2021

913josephineh

Beautiful trip!

The whole day was fantastic. The first waterfall was smaller but then you go down the steps to the big waterfall and it’s amazing! Such a little hidden gem and it takes your breath away! Try to stand right under the water if your feeling brave, it honestly feels so invigorating. Our lovely tour guide Nak came with us over to the waterfall and got some lovely photos! He really wanted us to get as much as we could out of the trip :)
Written Apr 01, 2020

9224AKericm

Great time!

We covered so much ground and got to see so much. Tour guide (Marin, I think?) was great and took some great pictures of me to that I could not have done by myself since I was solo. The views from the scenic clifftop and the large stone-carved Buddha are amazing. And the mountain-village by the waterfalls is a little touristy, but still gives an interesting taste of the local culture.
Written Mar 29, 2020

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