Kulen Waterfall & 1000 Linga River Small-Group Tours
Description
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.
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Itinerary
Tour departs at 8:30 am and the guide pick up from 7:30 am to 8:30 am from your hotel lobby, then heading north towards Kulen Mountain through approximately a 2-hour drive in an air-conditioned vehicle. Enjoy the scenic ride along the way as you pass through local villages and verdant tropical forest. You will visit Cambodia’s biggest Reclining Buddha carved on sandstone. The temple is located on top of the hill and can be reached through a flight of steps. Next you will set off to the sacred river of 1000 Lingas. The riverbed is interestingly carved with numerous Lingas, a phallic symbol of the Hindu god, Shiva. You will also see some rock carvings along the river depicting Hindu deities. You will continue through another sacred site, the Phnom Kulen Waterfalls. Calm your senses by watching the waterfall tumbling down the rocks. You will have time to wade in its basin and opt to cool-off from the midday sun by swimming on its pool.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Departure at 8:30 am but please ready in the hotel lobby from 7:30 am and ready to go as soon as your guide arrive before 8:30 am.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- FOC for infant, no seat
Reviews(235)
We had an amazing trip to Kulen Mountain and Waterfall with Chenda and Lis. Chenda is a master of his domain when it coes to Khmer history. He was always ready with answers to our curiosity. When we reached the 1000 lingas Chenda drew a map in the dirt showing how the river how it flows into Siem Reap and its temples, along with the time periods of the temples. That presentation in the dirt was a master class it was like a powerpoint presentation with just dirt and sticks and impeccable details all drawn under a shaded tree. Lis was courteous and helpful during the trip together they made a memorable memory for us
We enjoyed seeing the Buddha, but the waterfalls was a lot of extra walking in high heat and that was not clear on the activity details.
Very nice driver and care. Had a very pleasant day, with proper explanations about our environment.
Very good experience with this driver. I recommend it ................................................................. ....
Pickup on time. Very nice van for our group. Driver provided cold scented towels and icy cold water to keep us comfortable. Vireak is an excellent communicator in English and very knowledgeable about a wide range of Cambodian history and current affairs. He was also very solicitous of the safety and comfort of our group. I highly recommend Vireak and this tour!
Day in kulen! Thank you to our driver Sokkhen who was at the top throughout the day!!
It was a wonderful experience watching the cascading water. The final aspect of the cascading fall has to be approached climbing about 150 odd steps-wooden after some amount of walking. However, the effort fully justifies the scenery. Nearer to the vehicle parking area is the 1000 Shiva lingas embedded in the Kabal Spean river bed. The lingas were installed in the river bed to sanctify the water.
The trip was wonderful, our guides San and Mom took great care of us and shared many interesting stories. We saw and experienced a lot. The excursion was very successful. Thank you, Ingrida.
Totally amazing experience with guide San and driver Mom. Stunning Cambodia nature and people. The guide San is full of knowledge and sharing with it, he is professional and kind human. Thank you, was a pleasure to be in Kulen mountain half a day. Appreciate for everything. Best regards, Rimante.
Our trip with guide San and driver Mom was amazing! Every step was smooth, full of respect and sincerity. Guide San is very intelligent and full ir knowledges. He knows the history, nature and culture of the country very well. He is a great speaker - a true professional. And driver Mom - a truly qualified driver - we, the travelers, felt safe, surrounded by care - drinks, hand towels, air conditioning of the car, and the right speed were taken care of. The trip to Kulen Mountain was magical, good intentions and spirit accompanied us the whole way. We definitely be back. Nora, Ingrida and Rimantė from Lithuania
