Sihanoukville, also known as Kampong Som, is a resort city in Cambodia, located approximately 229 km from the country’s capital, Phnom Penh. What attracts tourists here are sea coasts. This Cambodian resort is located on the shores of the Gulf of Thailand.
Check this ultimate travel guide on best places to visit and things to do in Sihanoukville, Cambodia; make sure to include some popular tourist attractions in you must-visit list.
How to get to Sihanoukville?
Unfortunately, there are no direct flights to Sihanoukville city (equally, as well as to Cambodia). For example, you can fly through Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok.
To get from the airport to Sihanoukville, you can take a bus. The resort is located 17 km from the airport. You can also get there by taxi. Don’t forget to bargain with taxi drivers offering their services – otherwise the transfer will be much more expensive.
Best Things To Do in Sihanoukville
Among the attractions of Sihanoukville are the following.
Visit Ream National park
Here you can get close to the amazing Cambodian nature.
Take a Trip to Wat Leu Temple
It is located on a hill, so that tourists can simultaneously admire its structure and the landscape of the city.
Bamboo Island (Koh Russey)
Would you like to live in a private bungalow on a secluded island, enjoy a measured rest in the bosom of nature? Then you should definitely take the time to go to this island. And the clear waters surrounding it are great for snorkeling.
Monkey Island (Koh Rong)
Whoever gets bored with the resort of Sihanoukville itself can go for a walk on this island. It is located 30 km from Sihanoukville. Its main advantages are clear blue water, waterfalls in the thickets of the jungle, as well as a special center for anglers.
You can go to the islands both as part of a group and on your own. Tour prices range from $180 to $300. The most expensive excursions can cost 400-500 dollars.
You can also get from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong or Phu Quoc. To do this, you need to take a ferry. The journey will take 30-45 minutes.
Sihanoukville Beaches
The main advantage of the beaches of Sihanoukville is their sparseness. There are much fewer vacationers here than, for example, in Thailand. But some of Sihanoukville’s beaches are too clogged. Therefore, in order to go diving, it is advisable to go to neighboring islands.
Among the best beaches are the following:
• Victory Beach. One of the main coasts, consisting of 4 beaches.
• Ochheuteal. Cozy and clean coast, where everyone can find a place.
• Otres Beach. The most deserted and calm beach. It is divided into three parts; on one of them you can even see sunbathing nudists (or, if you wish, join their company).
If you would like to explore Sihanoukville Beaches and visit some iconic landmarks, like Wat Leu – you can join group tour and explore the shore. Click here to get more info about the tour and make your reservation.
Weather
As for the weather, it is hot all year round in Sihanoukville. The air temperature warms up to 30 o C – 35 o C. The water temperature is well suited for swimming – 21 o C – 23 o C. The tourist season begins here in late November and lasts until early March. There other places in Cambodia to spend cool beach vacation.
