Koh Ker and Boeng Mealea Jungle Explorer
Description
This morning depart your hotel at 8:00 am you begin with a drive for two hours and a half through scenic rural Cambodia to Koh Ker Group, It is a 10th-century temple complex in the north Cambodian jungle. A former capital of the Khmer Empire, the site is now remote and heavily forested. The main structure, Koh Ker Temple, is a stepped 7-tiered pyramid. a 30-meter tall temple mountain raising high above the plain and the surrounding forest. Then continue to visit Prasat Krahom, meaning "red temple," is known for its sandstone carvings, after moving to visit Prasat Pram is covered in strangler figs. Enjoy your lunch at your own expense and have a rest then continue a short drive to Boeng Mealea, stands almost forgotten in the jungle and getting to the site is quite an adventure in itself. Isolated during Cambodia's civil war, Boeng Mealea was under the control of the Khmer Rouge for decades but has since been ‘de-mined’ and outsiders can now safely visit this temple.
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Itinerary
This morning depart your hotel at 8:00am you begin with a drive for two hours and a half through scenic rural Cambodia to Koh Ker, which is a 10th-century temple complex in the north Cambodian jungle. A former capital of the Khmer Empire, the site is now remote and heavily forested. Great views await the visitor at the end of an adventurous climb. Then continue to visit The Prasat Krahom, meaning "red temple," is known for its sandstone carvings, while Prasat Pram is covered in strangler figs.
Enjoy your lunch at your own expense and have a short rest then have a short drive to Boeng Mealea, stands almost forgotten in the jungle and getting to the site is quite an adventure in itself. Isolated during Cambodia's civil war, Boeng Mealea was under the control of the Khmer Rouge for decades but has since been ‘de-mined’ and outsiders can now safely visit this temple. It is the largest temple outside the main Angkor complex and in places it is remarkably intact, but in other places utterly destroyed; tree roots envelop many of the temple walls and doorways. The atmosphere here is an eerie but welcome contrast to the more visited temples closer to Angkor Wat. Boeng Mealea shares many characteristics with Angkor Wat, but on a smaller scale. It has three encircling galleries, the same four gates and entrances, and a pair of interior libraries. It differs from Angkor Wat in having only one central tower instead of the famous five towers of Angkor Wat.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick-up from your hotel at 8:00 am, and the exact pickup time we will send you an email one day before the tour start
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress Code: Respectful dress with cover your shoulders and knees are required (shoulders cover by scarf not allow)
- Temples entrance fee will purchase on the day of the tour
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Reviews(4)
Very informative tour. PAL was a great tour guide. Highly recommended.
Dear Michael, Thank you for the high recommendation! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour and found it informative. Pal is a fantastic guide, and I’ll make sure he sees your lovely feedback. Hope to welcome you back again someday. Warmest Regards, Phalla Chhou (Mr.Paul) Operations Assistant Tel & WhatsApp:+85512334657 E-mail:info@journeycambodia.com
Our day spent with your guide Mr. So and driver Mr. Naro was nothing short of amazing. Mr. So is exceptionally knowledgeable and just the right balance of personable and professional. And the sights are of course spectacular and one-of-a-kind. As an added bonus, Mr. So knows all the right photography shots, directs your poses, and is skillful with both DSLR and iPhone cameras. He does all of this with efficiency and grace. We ended the day with tons of professional looking photographs to help us remember beautiful Cambodia. Seriously, book your tickets now!
Dear Morgan, Thank you so much for the glowing recommendation. It is wonderful to know he found that perfect balance of being personable and professional. We will certainly share your praise with him regarding his photography. He takes great pride in knowing the best angles and helping our guests capture those professional-looking memories. We will also be sure to thank Mr. Naro for his role in making the day run smoothly and efficiently. We look forward to welcoming you back to Cambodia! Best regards, Phalla Chhou (Mr.Paul) Operations Assistant Tel & WhatsApp:+85512334657 E-mail:info@journeycambodia.com
We did a customized tour combining Sunrise at Angkor Wat and Koh Ker and Beng Mealea! Sak is good, he is familiar with Angkor Wat that he was able to bring us through a faster route and got us an unblock view of the sunrise. Sak is good with photography too, especially with lights and rays and here are some photos he took for me using lights and rays to create moods. Highly recommend to go with Sak!
Dear Value Customer, Thank you so much for your wonderful and enthusiastic review! It's wonderful to hear that Sak's expertise and familiarity with Angkor Wat allowed him to navigate a faster route, securing you that prized, unblocked view of the sunrise. Thank you for highlighting his exceptional skills in photography, especially his use of light and rays to create beautiful photos and moods. We love seeing that our guides go the extra mile to make your memories last! We hope these beautiful memories encourage you to visit Cambodia again soon! Warmest Regards, Phalla Chhou (Mr.Paul) Operations Assistant Tel & WhatsApp:+85512334657 E-mail:info@journeycambodia.com
The visit to the Koh Ker archaeological site was well planned. The guide was informative and knowledgeable. The driver was very accommodating and patient.
