Timeline
04:30
Kampong Phluk Floating Village
Take a tuk-tuk, motorcycle, or taxi from Siem Reap to reach the village. The journey takes about an hour, so leave early to account for traffic and the travel time itself.
06:15
Kampong Phluk Floating Village
Arrive at the dock and secure your boat. The boat ride around the stilted village costs US$25 per person. This is your chance to see the mangrove forest in the quiet, cool morning light before the tour groups arrive.
07:15
Kampong Phluk Floating Village
After your boat tour, head back to town. The sun will be fully up, and the village will be busy. Use this time to return to Siem Reap proper.
08:00
Kampong Phluk Floating Village
Find a local cafe or restaurant in Siem Reap for breakfast or coffee. Since there are no specific food spots listed in the immediate context, check the route to the nearest open establishment in town. You will be well-rested and have experienced the authentic side of the floating village.
Local tip
Beware of scams. In addition to the tuk-tuk or taxi fare, the boat to take you around the village costs US$25 per person. Agree on all prices before you start.
Check before you go
- Boat tours cost US$25 per person.
- Travel time is approximately 1 hour each way depending on weather conditions.
- Sunrise times vary by date: Jan 15 (06:30), Apr 15 (05:51), Jul 15 (05:45), Oct 15 (05:54). Start your journey at least 1 hour and 15 minutes before the listed sunrise time to allow for travel and boarding.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Siem Reap (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).