What is the experience?
Guests immerse themselves in nature at Cardamom Tented Camp, a multiple award-winning conservation lodge of 12 safari tents inside Botum Sakor National Park, Cambodia’s largest. Each tent is a fully enclosed, fan-cooled mosquito-proof canvas of about 33 sqm on a raised platform with patio, furniture, twin, double or triple beds, and a hot-water rain shower. Safari tents face a natural grassland opening in the forest. River view safari tents overlook the Preak Tachan River. Where is it?
In Koh Kong province in southwest Cambodia on the Preak Tachan River inside Botum Sakor National Park. The camp's boat pier is near the village of Trapeang Rung on National Road 48. The camp is only accessible by boat.
How to get there?
The camp operates car or van transfers from Phnom Penh (about 3.5 hours). Then a 30-minute scenic boat ride up the Preak Tachan river to the lodge. Camp hosts can also meet guests taking the public bus at the Chroy Pros drop-off near the pier.
Who is it for?
The camp appeals to international nature and wildlife lovers, birdwatchers, and Phnom Penh residents looking to escape the city. It is for guests who are happy to trade air conditioning and room service for jungle sounds and peaceful reflections by the river.
What are the three things I must do there?
Hike with the camp's forest guide to check camera traps to see what walked past in the night. Kayak along mangrove channels adjacent to the forest, with kingfishers darting from the branches. Take the 75-metre zip line ride at a height of eight metres over the Preak Tachan river. A new 1.6 km hiking trail from the opposite bank is being created to connect with the zip line. What should I eat there?
Among various Khmer curries, try Amok, a traditional Cambodian dish often made with fish or chicken, flavoured with kroeung, a paste containing lemongrass, turmeric, galangal and makrut lime zest. It’s made as a rich coconut milk curry, gently steamed in a banana-leaf cup. Also Loc Lak, stir-fried marinated beef, served with a lime and Kampot pepper dipping sauce. How responsible and sustainable are glamping operations there?
The camp exists to protect the forest. It was set up as a sustainable tourism project with a share of revenues going to Wildlife Alliance to protect the habitat of the park. The camp’s slogan since opening in 2017 has been, “Your Stay Keeps the Forest Standing.” Does the local community benefit from my stay?
Yes. The camp works closely with the nearby Trapeang Rung commune. Staff and provisions are sourced locally, as much as possible. Is there a special offer I can use for my visit?
For international guests, the latest offers are on the camp’s website, including the 3D/2N Trekker package which starts at US$445 per person, and the 4D/3N Explorer package, from US$668 per person. Cambodian residents can book an all-inclusive package of US$199 per person for three days and two nights. It covers meals, zipline, kayaking, guided jungle treks and wildlife encounters. What are booking and stay periods?
For Trekker and Explorer, the stay period is 1 November 2026 to 30 April 2027. The Cambodia residents offer is 25 October 2026 to 31 March 2027. Where should I contact to find out more or book?
Visit cardamomtentedcamp.com. Email: sales@cardamomtentedcamp.com. Tel: +855 966 410 783. | 
