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

5.0

230 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Green Era Travel, Viator, Tripadvisor,
GetYourGuide and Google reviews

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Kim B

Day out from Siem Reap

We had a good day out and were well looked after by Chet our official guide who was knowledgeable. Only criticism was the van for the party of 10 as the air on didn't seem to work very well on a day with 38% temperature and got the impression the driver was regularly adjusting it.
Written Apr 30, 2019

Sara P

Very interesting day out

Mr Nak and driver made this a very informative and enjoyable day out. quite a long journey, but we had interesting commentary so we learnt a lot about local culture on the way.
Written Apr 25, 2019

Carol R

An awesome day

We had a great day with our guide from Green Era Travel. Vehicle and driver were excellent. Tour guide lovely and he made a real effort to connect with us. My highlight of the day was not feeling like a tourist because we were going to a place Cambodians choose to visit. Very special and out of the way places.
Written Apr 20, 2019

Peter S

Siem Reap Waterfall Tour

We had a wonderful day trip to the waterfalls, the mine museum and other places in Siem Reap. Our guide Reem was very professional, accommodating and knowledgeable. He also took tons of pictures for everyone. We would definitely recommend Reem.
Written Feb 27, 2019

800kathryn

Informative National Park Tour

We had a wonderful time on our tour today. Our tour guide was very informative and was happy to answer all our questions. This tour had a great mix of sites to visit and they even made an additional stop for us at the Mine Museum. I would highly recommend.
Written Feb 11, 2019

theresacE7460FX

Excellent guide!

The guide Mao was so knowledgeable he made the trip so much more interesting. It was very busy due to the time of year but definitely worth a visit.
Written Feb 09, 2019

648cathleenw

Phnom Kulen Reclining Buddha and Waterfall

Our guide was on time and very informative. He spoke excellent English. There was only 6 in our group so we got to know each other and shared information. I have a bad ankle and was able to do pretty much everything because I was determined and Vichet, our guide was very helpful and made sure I was okay the whole day
Written Jan 21, 2019

OlafurOrnH

Magical day!

I don´t like to manage my holidays beforehand, like I know alot of people like to do. I stumbled upon this tour mainly based on your reviews from here, and let me tell you, what an amazing treat. After having been told: "What are you going to do for a week in Siem Reap?, Angkor Wat is only one place". I got stressed about not having enough to do. This tour was so magical, so different and completely reassured me that there are gems to be sought. The serenity we experienced while being blessed by monks on the mountain top, seeing the big Buddha, the 1000 Linga carved in the river and finally the absolutely stunning waterfall you can swim under in the end, almost indescribable. The cherry on top was 100% the perfect and lively guidance from our guide, San "the Man" with the masterplan. A gentleman so filled to the brim with knowledge. Not only about the history of the place, but of archaeology, geology and an abundance of personal experience connected to the place. This tour is something that I would always recommend to everyone going to Siem Reap, and if you are fortunate enough to have San "the Man" as your guide, consider yourself lucky!
Written Dec 25, 2018

201joycep

Full day Tour

I signed up as a single and joined a wonderful family of 3 for a great time. Our guide, Vichet, made us very comfortable. His English was easy to understand and he shared lots of culture and history with us. We swam in the highest waterfall and Vichet took pictures for me and stayed with us patiently. If you are Angkor Wat overwhelmed, then take this tour for a calm enjoyable and unique experience. Vichet will make you very happy.This trip is awesome.
Written Dec 19, 2018

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