Cambodia TRAV

Visit Angkor Wat

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There’s a magic about Cambodia that casts a spell on many who visit this charming yet confounding kingdom. Ascend to the realm of the gods at the mother of all temples, Angkor Wat, a spectacular fusion of symbolism, symmetry and spirituality. Descend into the hell of Tuol Sleng and come face to face with the Khmer Rouge and its killing machine. Welcome to the conundrum that is Cambodia: a country with a history both inspiring and depressing, an intoxicating place where the future is waiting to be shaped.

Just as Angkor is more than its wat, so too is Cambodia more than its temples. The chaotic yet charismatic capital of Phnom Penh is a hub of political intrigue, economic vitality and intellectual debate. All too often overlooked by hit-and-run tourists ticking off Angkor on a regional tour, the revitalised city of Siem Reap is finally earning plaudits in its own right thanks to a gorgeous riverside location, a cultural renaissance, and a dining and drinking scene to rival the best in the region. And don’t forget the rest of the country: relax in the sleepy seaside town of Kampot and trek the nearby Bokor National Park; take an elephant ride in the jungles of Mondulkiri Province; ogle the Mekong dolphins at Kratie or simply choose a beach near Sihanoukville.

The years of fear and loathing are finally over and Angkor is once more the symbol of the nation, drawing pilgrims from across the globe. Peace has come to this beautiful yet blighted land after three decades of war, and the Cambodian people have opened their arms to the world. Tourism has well and truly taken off, yet a journey here remains an adventure as much as a holiday.

Contemporary Cambodia is the successor state to the mighty Khmer empire, which, during the Angkor period, ruled much of what is now Laos, Thailand and Vietnam. The remains of this empire can be seen at the fabled temples of Angkor, monuments unrivalled in scale and grandeur in Southeast Asia. The traveller’s first glimpse of Angkor Wat, the ultimate expression of Khmer genius, is simply staggering and is matched by only a few select spots on earth, such as Machu Picchu or Petra.

Siem Reap and Phnom Penh may be the heavyweights, but to some extent they are a bubble, a world away from the Cambodia of the countryside. This is the place to experience the rhythm of rural life and timeless landscapes of dazzling rice paddies and swaying sugar palms. Spend some time in the srok (provinces), as Cambodians call them, enjoying a dar leng (walkabout) to discover the true flavour of the country.

The south coast is fringed by tropical islands, with barely a beach hut in sight. The next Ko Samui or Gili Trawangan awaits discovery and, for now, visitors can play Robinson Crusoe. Inland from the coast lie the Cardamom Mountains, part of a vast tropical wilderness that provides a home to elusive wildlife and is the gateway to emerging ecotourism adventures. The mighty Mekong River cuts through the country and is home to some of the region’s last remaining freshwater dolphins; cyclists or dirt bikers can follow the river’s length as it meanders through traditional communities. The northeast is a world unto itself, its wild and mountainous landscapes a home for Cambodia’s ethnic minorities and an abundance of natural attractions, including thundering waterfalls and pristine crater lakes.

Despite this beautiful backdrop, life is no picnic for the average Cambodian. It remains one of the poorest countries in Asia and it’s a tough existence for much of the population, as they battle it out against the whims of nature and, sometimes, of their politicians. According to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP; www.undp.org), Cambodia remains poorer than Mongolia and El Salvador, just scraping in ahead of Mauritania, while Transparency International (www.transparency.org), the anticorruption watchdog, rates the country a lowly 151 out of the 163 countries ranked. Income remains desperately low for many Khmers, with annual salaries in the hundreds of dollars, not thousands, and public servants such as teachers unable to eke out a living on their meagre wages.

Cambodia’s pristine environment may be a big draw, but much of it is currently under threat. Ancient forests are being razed to make way for plantations, rivers are being sized up for major hydroelectric power plants and the south coast is being explored by leading oil companies. All this helps add up to an ever-stronger economy, which is growing at an incredible 10% a year, but it’s unlikely to encourage the ecotourism that is just starting to develop.

Cambodia is like the teen starlet who has just been discovered by an adoring public: everyone wants something from her but not everyone wants what is best for her. The government, long shunned by international big business, is keen to benefit from all these newfound opportunities. Contracts are being signed off like autographs and there are concerns for the long-term interests of the country.

Tourism has brought many benefits to Cambodia: it provides opportunity and employment for a new generation of Khmers, has helped to spark a rebirth of the traditional arts, and has given the country a renewed sense of pride and optimism as it recovers from the dark decades of war and genocide. However, not all tourism has been good for the country and there is the dark side of sex tourism, human exploitation and a casino culture. Cambodia is in a great position to benefit from the mistakes of other countries in the region and follow a sustainable road to tourism development. However, it may be that the government is more focused on the short-term gain that megabucks investments can provide. Can Cambodia be all things to all visitors? So far, so good, but a new era is about to begin and the beaches are the next battleground.

There are two faces to Cambodia: one shiny and happy, the other dark and complex. For every illegal eviction of city dwellers or land grab by a general, there will be a new NGO school offering better education, or a new clean-water initiative to improve the lives of the average villager. Such is the yin and yang of Cambodia, a country that inspires and confounds. Like an onion, the more layers you unravel, the more it makes you want to cry, but these are spontaneous tears, sometimes of sorrow, sometimes of joy.

Despite having the eighth wonder of the world in its backyard, Cambodia’s greatest treasure is its people. The Khmers have been to hell and back, struggling through years of bloodshed, poverty and political instability. Thanks to an unbreakable spirit and infectious optimism, they have prevailed with their smiles intact; no visitor comes away from Cambodia without a measure of admiration and affection for the inhabitants of this enigmatic kingdom.

Cambodia: beaches as beautiful as Thailand but without the tourist tide; wilds as remote as Laos but even less explored; cuisine as subtle as Vietnam but yet to be discovered; and temples that leave Burma and Indonesia in the shade. This is the heart of Southeast Asia, with everything the region has to offer packed into one bite-sized country. If you were only planning to spend a week in Cambodia, it’s time to think again.

Text by: Lonely Planet

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Entertainment

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There is a large choice of entertainment venues around Phnom Penh from lively nightclubs to quieter social venues to karaoke bars and fully licensed casinos. For those interested in cultural offerings, there is traditional Cambodian music and dance, especially the graceful and popular Apsara dancing which dates back to the Angkorian period, the Russian trained royal ballet, performances of classical Western music and the French Cultural Center offers something different every night from dance to theatre to cinema and music. Bars and night clubs are widely available especially overlooking the river. One such place is the Foreign Correspondents' club, an interesting meeting spot for expatriate residents and foreign visitors. In addition, many international hotels provide live entertainment for their guests such as jazz pianists and vocalists singing contemporary ballads. Cambodia's guests are never short of anything interesting to do regardless of taste and personal preferences.

Smile of Angkor Show

Khmer Traditional Dance

Shadow Puppets

Lakhon Bassac

Model Show

Kun Khmer Kick Boxing

Cambodian Bokator Boxing

Other Entertainment

Cambodia Hotel

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BIRD WATCHING

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CAMBODIA BIRD WATCHING

Cambodia Cycling provides professional bird watching tour accompanied by experienced bird watching guide with bird list. Prek Toal is one of the biggest bird sanctuary: Milky Stork (10 pairs), Painted Stork (100 pairs), Asian Open Bill (1500 pairs), Lesser Adjutant (40 pairs), Greater Adjutant (30 pairs), Spot-billed Pelicans (700 pairs), Black-head Ibis (200 pairs), Glossy Ibis (50 pairs), Grey-head Fish-Eagle (15 pairs), Masked Fin-foot (10 pairs). A full day boat trip is recommended. Ang Trapeng Thmor is the best place for watching Sarus Crane. Tmart Boey is the north plain village for Ibis. Surrounding the Tonle Sap Great Lake are natural grasslands, which flood annually with the rise and fall of the Mekong river. This unique habitat is highly threatened by conversion to agriculture. It also supports globally significant breeding populations of the endangered Bengal Florican – the only such site in South-east Asia. Other birds present include several large waterbird species, wintering Manchurian Reed Warblers and Greater Spotted Eagles, and Oriental Plovers, which are reliable passage migrants in March.

CAMBODIA BIRD WATCHING TRIPS

Full Day

Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary: Milky Stork, Painted Stork, Asian Open Bill, Lesser Adjutant, Greater Adjutant, Spot-billed Pelicans, Black-head Ibis, Glossy Ibis, Grey-head Fish-Eagle, Masked Fin-foot.

Full Day

Ang Trapeang Thmor: important wintering site for the endangered Eastern Sarus Crane. Other highlights of Ang Trapeang Thmor: breeding colonies of Spot-billed Pelican and Painted Stork, often large numbers of waterfowl including Spot-billed Duck, Cotton Pygmy Goose, Garganey, Black-backed Swamphen, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas.

Full Day

Kampong Thom Grasslands: Bengal Florican – the only such site in South-east Asia. Other birds present include several large waterbird species, wintering Manchurian Reed Warblers and Greater Spotted Eagles, and Oriental Plovers, which are reliable passage migrants in March.

Full Day

Tmartboey Ibis: Giant Ibis Pseudibis gigantea, White-shouldered Ibis Pseudibis davisoni, Greater Adjutant Leptoptilos dubius, Lesser Adjutant Leptoptilos javanicus, Sarus Crane Grus antigone, Green Peafowl Pavo muticus, Black-necked Stork Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus, Woolly-necked Stork Ciconia episcopus, Greater Spotted Eagle Aquila clanga, Grey-headed Fish Eagle Icthyophaga ichthyaetus, White-rumped Falcon Polihierax insignis, Pale-capped Pigeon Columba punicea, Alexandrine Parakeet Psittacula eupatria, Rufous-winged Buzzard Butastur liventer.

OUR GUEST

Tom Gullick, World No.1 bird watcher went to Cambodia with us from 23rd to 26th August 2007 to search for the birds. He visited Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary and the North Plain for Ibis. He had added the White-shouldered Ibis and White-rumped Falcon to his list. Finally, Tom has passed over 8,700 species on his list. Today, there are about 9,500 species of birds in total.

Feedback Review:

Names: Marcia & Paul Secord (USA)

Dates: 08th-12th January 2008 (Cambodia Bird Watching Trip)

A fantastic trip - with the temples a Angkor a high point (one of many) for me! Our guide there, Sophoan Rath, was especially good - we highly recommend him for future tours. He was able to show us a large temple some miles out in the country, which was much appreciated and a bit of an extra effort for him.

We a still amazed that everything, and I do mean everything, worked so well - right down to the flights home.

By: cambodiacycling.com

Cambodia Golf

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Best of Cambodia Golf

Explore now the best of Cambodia golf. Visit Phnom Penh and Siem Reap and play golf at the top golf courses and explore the fascinating wonders of this country.

Day 1: arrival Siem Reap and transfer to your hotel of choice and check in
Day 2: golf at Phokeethra Country Club (home of the Johnnie Walker Cambodian Open)
Day 3: full day sightseeing tour at Angkor Wat. One of the world’s most famous ancient ruins that must be seen to be believed, lunch included
Day 4: golf at Angkor Golf Resort (home of the Johnnie Walker Cambodian Open)
Day 5: transfer to Siem Reap airport and departure to Phnom Penh. Arrival Phnom Penh Airport and half day ‘Best of Phnom Penh’ sightseeing tour including Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, National Museum and Killing Fields. Afterwards transfer to your hotel of choice and check in.
Day 6: golf at Cambodia Golf & Country Club (the oldest golf club in Cambodia)
Day 7: golf at Royal Cambodia Phnom Penh Golf Club (flat course set among rice paddies and coconut palms)
Day 8: transfer to Phnom Penh Airport- departure

Including the following :
- Accommodation in Siem Reap & Phnom Penh with daily breakfast
- Accommodation at hand selected 4 and 5 star resorts
- All green fees
- 1 caddy per golfer at each golf course
- Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- Flight from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh
- All transfers to the golf courses and return
- All sightseeing tours including admission fees
- Golf hotline 24 hours
- All taxes and service charges

By: golfincambodia.com

Home Stay Tours

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Cambodia home stay

About the Cambodia home stay, I already have offered the group to enjoy at the Cambodia home stay.I have very nice trip for the home stay at my country side Cambodia.- The Cambodia ( Home stay ) is far from the city around(17 km ) from siem reap City, my home stay it is to tell or inform about the really life of Cambodia people living and doing the hold life at my country side.

- If you are interested about the Cambodia home stay place, please booking with my Cambodia Tours, I will offer services very well.

The Itinerary is below:

1- you can enjoy the home stay with my local people at the country side 1night and then you

have Dinner or Lunch at the same my people at the home stay I hope you enjoy very much and I hope you never have experience like this before, and I hope you will know my people working at the country site verywell for the hold life and very different from the people in my city and also much different from other country.

2- you can go visiting local primer school at the country side, they are very much different from city.

3- you can go visiting my people at country side plant or crop every vegetables which are a food ete...

4- you can visit, cow water, buffalo, that for my people using to be plant, crop, rice field, ( rice farm ) and you can visit every thing that my people have at country side, other thing you can visit or to see my people product, basket and also visit small local market at my country site is look very nice and I hope this itinerary is very Interesting for my home stay tour In Cambodia.

5- Our home stay tours are in the rural area of Siem Reap which is surrounded by rice paddies.

You will encounter cows, chickens, pigs and ducks. Most Cambodian families prefer to keep dogs

as pets and they are free to run around. During your stay with a local family, you will have the

chance to share with them their work in the fields and garden. See how they support their daily

life, and see how the kids go to school and help the family.

The wet season is from June to Oct. and is the best time to visit the family. During this time they will be working inthe rice fields, and you will have the chance of a real-life experience of working with them. Going to and from the fields by oxcart is a fun and unforgettable experience,especially for the kids. From October to January is another good time when the rice fields turn to gold and the harvest begins. This is also the time to go fishing or look for frogs in the rain at night. It can be fun! It is also the best time for Cambodian teenagers to go on dates. How is the food? Meals are cooked over a wood fire. The food is well cooked, and safe to eat, and water is bottled drinking water.

There are also soft drinks and local rice wine (whisky).our home stay in the village is quite safe as it is in the peaceful country side with many families in the village. As with most country people, they are welcoming and kind. Also the village leader will sure to take care of visitors who will be staying in the village, as they are there to support the inhabitants and help to develop the community.

Accommodation

Cambodia Family Homestay offers you traditional wooden and concrete private rooms with bath room attached , fan and cold running water in a nice fruit trees surrounded with greenery plants and rice paddy setting at very reasonable price:

for wooden Khmer style house room (one big bed or single bed mattress ) (Big moquito net)

night for concrete private room (one big bed & two mattress beds ) (big mosquito net)

night (including local meals, breakfast, lunch, dinner)All the guests who stay and want to do the activity we will organize and assist with. every thing

Our Home stay serviced Food Services : Khmer food

Asian food you order every any you like or you can dry to cooking with the Cambodia food as well

Remark:

Don't miss your experience with the wonderful relaxing and enjoying the traditional khmer culture....Our home stay community is location Krbey real district, Siem Reap (Angkor),Kingdom of Cambodia, and is approximately 17km from the center of town.What to bring for your trip Our home stay community is location Krbey real district, Siem Reap (Angkor), Kingdom of Cambodia, and is approximately 17km from the center of town. What to bring for your trip

- Light clothing

- Mosquito repellent

- Sun screen

- Sun glasses

- Towels

- Torch (Flashlight)

- Soap and shampoo

- Small bag for day pack

- Spare batteries for your camera (there is no electric power in the home stay village)

By: cambodiatourss.com

Honeymoon Tours

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HONEYMOON PACKAGE IN SIEM REAP 4 Days / 3 Nights

Looking for a unique honeymoon destination? Buffalo Tours are offering 3 to 5 star Angkor Wat packages that are the perfect extension to an exotic Asian honeymoon. Rates include accommodation, daily breakfast, site seeing permits to visit the Angkor ruins with an English speaking guide, a sunset balloon experience, an hour spa treatment, private boat cruise including champagne & fruit, lunch on day two, dinner at the exclusive Hotel de la Paix, flowers upon arrival & ‘tuk tuk’ transfers.

When you are not exploring Angkor Wat, there are fantastic art & craft markets, golf courses and spas to enjoy, or simply relax by your resort swimming pool.

Highlights
• Private temple visits
• Unique sunsets
• Delicious Khmer cuisine
• Traditional Khmer massage

FULL ITINERARY

Day 1: Siem Reap arrival
Upon arrival in Siem Reap, you will be greeted by our tour guide and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free at leisure.

Day 2: Angkor Temples – Spa – Romantic Sunset
We commence at the South Gate of Angkor Thom City. Here we explore the centerpiece of the ancient city, The Bayon. The Bayon contains 54 towers decorated with more than 200 enigmatic smiling faces. Also included in the morning tour are the Terrace of Elephants and Terrace of Leper Kings as well as The Ta Prohm Temple.
We will enjoy lunch in the complex before embarking on our discovery of Angkor Wat, easily the most famous and best-preserved of all temples within theAngkor complex. We will then head back to your hotel.
Free time to freshen up before being transferred to a well known Spa for a Tropical Massage. This massage focuses on the pressure points and stretching techniques associated with Thai massage. The Tropical Massage gently stretches and clears energy channels, leaving you feeling relaxed and refreshed. No oil is used during this massage.
Our day will end with a majestic sunset over Angkor Wat (balloon ride). The evening is free at leisure.

Day 3: Angkor Temples – Sunset boat trip - Dinner
After breakfast, we will head to the exquisite Banteay Srey (“Citadel of the women”). The temple displays some of the finest examples of classical Khmer art. We will then head back to the hotel and have some free time until the afternoon.
At around 4 PM, you will be picked up by our guide and transferred to the Tonle Sap Lake. Not far from the impressive Angkor Complex lies the huge Tonle Sap Lake. It is one of the world’s most productive bodies of fresh water. In the wet season, the Tonle Sap Lake swells to 12,000 km². During the dry half of the year, the lake on the contrary shrinks to as small as 2500 km², draining into the Tonle Sap River. Each year, millions of fish come to spawn in the seasonally flooded forest surrounding the lake, attracting a myriad of water birds as well as people, who have settled in villages along the shores and who live with the rhythm of the water. This ecosystem has been classified as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1997.
You will be driven 15 km South of Siem Reap where you will take a private boat and discover the floating village of Chong Khneas as well as the wildlife of the lake. Champagne and fruits on board for a unique sunset on the Lake.
This evening, you will enjoy a dinner at the best table of Cambodia.
Day 4: Siem Reap Departure
Free time until your transfer to the airport. By: buffalotours.com

Sightseeing Tours

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Cambodia Sightseeing Tours

Below please find a list of all our suggested itineraries for general sightseeing in Cambodia. Please remember, all these itineraries are our suggestions to whet your appetite, if they do not fully meet your needs please email us as we are more than happy to discuss individual arrangements.

Cambodia Sightseeing Itineraries

Ancient Temples & the Sea (9 days / 8 nights)

This tour begins with an in-depth exploration of the Angkor temples, including a cruise on the Tonle Sap lake passing floating villages. You will experience traditional Cambodian village life and get an insight into the charming capital, Phnom Penh. Finally you head to the relaxing beaches and islands of Cambodia’s south coast…

Angkor Wat in a Day

If you are pressed for time and can only spare 1 day in Siem Reap this is the tour to choose, visiting the Royal city of Angkor Thom, jungle clad Ta Prohm, and of course the magnificent Angkor Wat.

Angkor Wat Highlights (2 days / 1 night)

As the Angkor area has so many fascinating sights to see this is the shortest tour we recommend to enable you to get a feel of the Khmer Empire. As well as seeing the Royal city of Angkor Thom, and magnificent Angkor Wat, you will also discover many other wonderful temples such as Ta Prohm, Takeo, Preah Khan, and Pre Rup.

Angkor Wat Discovery (3 days / 2 nights)

In addition to the great sights you would see on the 2 Day tour, this 3 Day tour allows time to visit the beautiful Banteay Srei, and also interact with local village life, both on land and on water as you take a boat trip and discover the villages floating on the Tonle Sap, South East Asia’s largest lake.

Angkor Wat Explorer (4 days / 3 nights)

This 4 Day tour allows you to initially visit some of the oldest temples of the Angkorian period, the Roluos group, providing a useful chronological perspective as you later explore the main Angkor temples You will also discover the flooded forest of Kompong Phluk, and watch local craftspeople and silk weavers at work.

Angkor Wat and Beyond (5 days / 4 nights)

The ultimate Angkor experience – as well as visiting the more popular temples of the other tours and interacting with land and water based local communities and craftspeople, this tour takes you deep into Cambodian forest to discover ‘lost’ Beng Mealea and the mystical riverbed carvings of Kbal Spean.

Battambang & Banteay Chhmar Discovery (4 days / 3 nights)

From Phnom Penh you visit a Royal Mountain and call in on traditional potters and silversmiths. On arrival in laid-back, colonial, Battambang you will discover Angkorian temples, hilltop pagodas, and traditional farming villages. Then north to the remote & vast temple of Banteay Chhmar where you will visit the Community Tourism project and stay with a local family learning all about village life. After exploring the village further you continue to Siem Reap, the home of the mighty Angkor Wat temples.

Battambang Encounter (4 days / 3 nights)

A 4 day loop from Siem Reap giving an introduction to the laid-back, charming ‘city’ of Battambang, via a fascinating cruise on the Tonle Sap lake, passing enthralling floating villages. In Battambang you will discover Angkorian temples, hilltop pagodas, and traditional farming villages. Then north to the remote & vast temple of Banteay Chhmar where you will visit the Community Tourism project and stay with a local family learning all about village life.

Cambodia Highlights (5 days / 4 nights)

To gain a quick insight into Cambodia's charming capital city, Phnom Penh, as well as exploring the amazing Angkor temples and taking a cruise on the Tonle Sap, South East Asia’s largest lake, this is just the tour you need.

Cambodia Water Festival: (7 days / 6 nights)

Experience the excitement of the largest festival in Cambodia’s calendar, in the capital city Phnom Penh, and then spend a few days relaxing amid the magnificent Angkor Wat temples and taking a cruise on the Tonle Sap, South East Asia’s largest lake. By asia-adventures.com

Study Tour

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Nestled between rice paddies and stretched along the Siem Reap River, the small provincial capital of Siem Reap Town serves as the gateway to the millennium-old temple ruins of the Khmer Empire. Designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the Angkor Archaeological Park encompasses dozens of temple ruins including Bayon, Banteay Srey and the legendary Angkor Wat whose artistic and archaeological significance and visual impact put it in a class with the Pyramids, Machu Pichu and the Taj Mahal. Unlike many other world class monuments, the ruins of Angkor are as yet unspoiled by over-development. This will not be true in a couple of years. Though the major temples are relatively well touristed these days, it is still possible get away from the crowds, to explore the area and discover Angkor. By Laroute D' Angkor

Dirt Bike Tour

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Why Dirt Bike Riding in Cambodia?

Cambodia offers limitless miles of challenging dirt bike riding.

jungle trails

mountain tracks

rocky hill climbs

sandy ox-cart trails

deep river crossings

and much, much more

From sandy single-track trails through ancient temples to wide-open logging-roads through the rolling hills to hardcore routes through the Elephant Mountains, Cambodia challenges even the most experienced dirt bike rider.

At the end of every dirt bike ride are the Cambodians themselves, some of the most friendly and genuine people you are ever likely to meet.

Why Cambodia Expeditions?

The team at Cambodia Expeditions Dirt Bike Tours brings more than three decades of dirt-bike riding experience to every Cambodia adventure. Our experience translates into dirt-bike rides that exceed your expectations.

Each dirt bike ride is tailor-made to fit your expectations. From 5-star tours to open-throttle, off-road extreme rallies, Cambodia Expeditions knows the country and has the experience to make your dirt bike ride in Cambodia a truly unforgettable experience.

Browse our schedule of Cambodia tours to get a taste of what lies in store. Or for complete details, contact Cambodia Expeditions today. By Cambodia Expeditions

Cambodia Cycle Tours

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Cambodia Cycle Tours

For a full list of our Cambodia Cycle Tours Click Here!

Cycle Tours in Cambodia are for those with a taste of adventure who wish to discover the real Cambodia! After years of being forgotten Cambodia is now the hottest emerging destination in South East Asia. Although tourism is growing Cambodia is still uncrowded and a largely unexplored alternative to the more developed Thailand and Vietnam. The ancient temples of Angkor Wat are undoubtedly the biggest draw in Cambodia, and discovering Angkor by bicycle is truly a memorable experience, cycling through the forest and emerging on temple after temple...

Cycle tours in Cambodia are a new introduction and an excellent way of leaving the tourists behind and exploring the real Cambodia, experiencing real interaction with the locals. Cycling Cambodia you will discover traditional wood and thatch villages that seemingly have remained unchanged for centuries, witness locals tilling their vibrant rice fields, watch barefoot children herding the family cow, laugh as chickens scatter at you approach, and of course exchange greetings as you pass the many Khmers whose bicycle is their only form of transport. You will certainly be viewed with curiosity by the friendly smiling villagers and encouraged on your way by a chorus of 'Hello' sang by amazed, giggling children.

As well as cycling the magnificent Angkor Wat temples a cycle tour of Cambodia has much more to offer the adventurous cyclist. Cycle north along the banks of the mighty Mekong River to Kratie, the home of a small endangered population of Irawaddy dolphins. Pedal east to the uplands of Ratanakiri & Mondolkiri where the 'roads' are rough and ready and the scenery spectacular. Cruise south and you will discover the colonial riverside town of Kampot with its atmospheric French architecture. Coast further south and you reach… the coast! Passing picturesque fishing villages before arriving in the refreshing beach town of Sihanoukville. To the west lies charming Battambang, surrounded by beautiful countryside dotted with temple topped hills. And for the really intrepid there are the little explored Cardamom mountains.

Experiencing a Cambodia cycle tour is a truly unique and rewarding experience. The rich and proud culture, impressive natural scenery, and the spirit and warmth of the people make Cambodia an exceptional destination to explore on a bicycle. By asia-adventures.com

Cambodia Tours

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Cambodia Tour

Cambodia is a relatively new destination in Asia. Some places are newly discovered and there is still a very small amount of visitors. The beautifully built and decorated with carvings. You get the chance to travel into a new places for your vacation, you will enjoy with our magnificent temple of Angkor Wat and other temples in Siem Reap, Preah Sihanouk, museum, Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda in Phnom Penh city.

On our website you will be able to explore ancient temples, search for Cambodia travel Tips, and inquire about different Cambodia tours. You will also find reasonably priced with flexible itineraries, comfortable Hotels and guesthouses. Moreover, we can arrange Cambodia Tours, hotel reservations, licensed tour guide and a/c transportation around the country. All tour activities will be organized by our professional team with more than 10 years experience who work as Cambodia tour operator. Using our personalized services for your holiday means you will have the opportunity to help local people, maintain local community and environment.

Cambodia Travel Tips

General

Cambodia is a constitutional monarchy with His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Baromneat Norodom Sihamoni as its head of state. Population is around 10.7 million, of which 90 per cent is ethnic Khmer and largely Theravada Buddhist. Khmer is the official language.

Climate

Cambodia is suitable to visit most of the year round because it lies in a tropical zone. The best time to visit Angkor is during the cooler months between November and March. From late May or June to late October or early November rains can be expected. Seldom, however, is a compete day ruined by constant rain. It makes going around the Angkor temples somewhat difficult because of muddy paths and slippery stones, but the sandstone monuments are truly beautiful after a rain storm. For those not used to heat and humidity, it should be remembered that Cambodia is in the tropics and even during the cooler month it will still feel very hot.

Time

Cambodia Standard Time is seven hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time. It is in the same time zone as Vietnam, Laos and Thailand.

Clothing

Lightweight, loose-fitting, cotton clothing is recommended and long-sleeved items should be included for protection from mosquitoes and the sun. It is not appropriate to wear very short shorts, nor for men to take off their shirts. Sturdy shoes with good support are recommended for visiting the temples. Hats are also essential against the sun.

Currency

The unit of currency in Cambodia is the riel, but the US dollar is widely used throughout the country; small change, however, is usually given in riel. It is forbidden to take riels in or out of the country. Gold is also circulated in the markets. In an effort to wean people away from the use of American currency, a new range of notes and coins were introduced in March 1995. New notes in denominations of 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000, 20,000 and 100,000 were added to the existing notes of nominations of 500, 200, 100 and 50.

There are no restrictions on the amount of foreign currency you can bring in to Cambodia, but any amount over US$10,000 must be declared. The most readily converted currencies are the: US dollar, Thai baht, French franc, Japanese yen, British pound, and the German mark. The value fluctuates, but as of Jan 2001, the rate was: 4000 riels = US$1.

Payment for domestic air tickets and many hotels and restaurants must be paid for in cash, however the larger hotels now accept major credit cards. Most banks will give a cash advance with a credit card. Travelers cheques are not widely accepted, but they can be exchanged in most banks for a 2% service charge. By Asia VIPA Travel & Tours

Escorted Tours

2012-02-07T19:51:00.000-08:00

Escorted Tours (Vietnam & Cambodia)

Take our escorted tour into the heart of captivating Vietnam and see beautiful Phnom Penh and amazing ancient city of Angkor Wat in Cambodia

In the past few years Vietnam has opened its doors to the world and much has changed. Today, in one of the world’s last communist countries, the motorcycles and western dress of the industrious youth happily co-exist with orange-clad Buddhist monks and political posters from a different era. Hanoi and Saigon still retain a French flavour in their pavement cafes, architecture and wide tree-lined boulevards. We also visit the limestone archipelago of Halong Bay, the ancient royal capital of Hue and a full-day guided visit to the fascinating Mekong Delta.

In Cambodia our tour includes a stay in the capital, Phnom Penh, with its vibrant riverside ambience it’s one of the ‘hidden gems’ of Asian cities. A short flight away is the town of Siem Reap, gateway to the incredible complex of temples within the ancient city of Angkor. At its height in the thirteenth century, Angkor had a staggering million inhabitants and was the capital of the fabulously wealthy Khmer Empire. The incredible state of preservation and artistry of its sculptures have, for many, made Angkor one of the great wonders of the world. By Rriviera Travel

Independent Tours

2012-02-02T02:32:00.000-08:00

Build your own Cambodia trip

When you think of travelling in Cambodia, you’ll most likely conjure images of the mystical Angkor Wat, renowned as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. But there is much more to Cambodia than just this temple complex, including many other beautiful temples which are found all over the country. Reminders of a turbulent past are still present in forms such as the Tuol Sleng Museum and the Killing Fields, remnants of the effects of many years of warfare.

But is Cambodia worth a longer stay? We think so. Travel by boat across the Mekong Delta and the famous Tonle Sap Lake, past the famous cities of Siem Reap and Phnom Penh. Explore parts of Cambodia a bit more off the beaten path: cycling through traditional jungle villages, sleeping in charming, centrally located, small-scale accommodations, relaxing on quiet beaches. Many travellers even combine Cambodia with one or more neighbouring countries.

What does Cambodia Online offer?

Cambodia Online lets you build your own itinerary using a series of independent Cambodia tours. These are bite-sized travel modules which let you create your own trip by selecting the ones which interest you and combining them to create your ideal Cambodia travel adventure. Pick and mix your favourite modules and let your imagination and personal preferences be your guide in creating the best possible combination.
If you would like a little help in selecting the Cambodia travel modules that best fit together, we also offer several suggested Cambodia itineraries. These itineraries feature combinations of modules that allow you to travel Cambodia and neighbouring countries within two to three weeks. Some of our Cambodia travel experiences even begin in Vietnam, Laos or Thailand, and show some interesting ways of combining these countries in your Cambodia adventure.

Cambodia flights

When you travel Cambodia, we can arrange your Cambodia flights in combination with your land arrangements, ensuring that your flights are perfectly co-ordinated with your land arrangenments. This gives you the convenience of booking everything under 'one roof', and the peace of mind that your Cambodia holiday is covered. Cambodia Online has the expertise and great airline deals to come up with the best possible flight connections at the best available prices.

Already booked your Cambodia flights?
No problem, we can still help you organise your land arrangements for your Cambodia travel adventure.

Online.... but still personal

As an internet travel agency, we work quickly and efficiently behind the scenes to ensure the best possible travel experience for you. Simply note down the Cambodia travel modules or suggested itinerary you're interested in, submit your preferences by using the online quote request form and we'll send you a no-obligation quotation for your trip called a Cambodia travel plan.

After you've had a chance to look over your travel plan and made any changes to the itinerary if necessary, you can book your Cambodia trip by using the electronic booking form. Once we've confirmed the booking with our suppliers and we have received payment for your trip, your Cambodia travel documents will be e-mailed to you.

Rickshaw Travel..... not your typical travel agency

Cambodia Online is part of Rickshaw Travel, a fast growing travel organisation operating in numerous countries and exclusively online. We are an Australian company and all the prices on our website are in Australian dollars. We know Cambodia well and we can therefore offer adventurous travel with the best possible Cambodia travel modules and itineraries.With the help of our local partner we promote sustainable Cambodia travel and support the natural environment and local population. Our local partner has offices in both Phnom Penh and Siem Reap and can be contacted 24/7 in the case of emergencies.

Cambodia Online is part of Rickshaw Travel, who also arrange similar travel experiences in other countries.

By cambodiaonline.com.au

River Cruise Tours

2012-02-02T02:12:00.001-08:00

4 Days and 3 Nights Cruising from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh

High Water Level
DAY 1: SIEM REAP - KAMPONG CHHNANG
Level of Difficulty: 0
Summary of Excursion: Register between 12:00 to 13:00 at Le Meridien Angkor. At 13:00, transfer by motor coach or
bus to the local jetty and embark RV La Marguerite at 13:30. Iced mineral water and cold towels will be served. At 13:30, enjoy a light lunch as captain moors towards Kampong Chhnang. Along the way, enjoy a scenic view of the wild lives while passing through the sleepy yet inspirational river villages. Cabins are ready at around 15:00 for checking in. Join the hotel manager and purser at Saigon Bar for briefing. Dinner will be served at 19:30, just while the boat arrives into Tonle Sap Lake. Enjoy the first gourmet dinner onboard with fellow travelers. Anchor at Tonle Sap Lake for the night.

What you will see: Wild lives, river villages

DAY 2: KAMPONG CHHNANG - PHNOM PENH
Time of Excursion: 9:30 to 11:30
Length of Tour: 2 hours 00 minutes
Level of Difficulty: 1
Summary of Excursion: At 5:00, the boat will sail towards Kampong Chhnang. Breakfast will be served at the Mekong restaurant from 7:00. At 9:30, arrive at Kampong Chhnang. Transfer to Kampong Chhnang onboard local boats. Enjoy a quintessential river excursion through the floating houses to get a glimpse of the local lifestyles in the Tonle Sap River. The boats will moor safely along the banks, go ashore and enjoy a leisurely walk through the city and perhaps find a good bargain at the market. At 11:30, go back to the boat and cast off towards Kampong Cham. Lunch is served between 13:00 to 14:00. At 17:30, arrive at Phnom Penh and continue towards Kampong Cham. Join guide from 15:30 to 16:15 for a cultural briefing at the Saigon Lounge. Enjoy a wonderful paired gourmet dinner from 19:30 to 21:00. Arrive Kampong Cham at 2:00.

What you will see: Khmer civilizations, weaving villages

Low Water Level
DAY 1: SIEM REAP - KAMPONG CHHNANG
Level of Difficulty: 0
Registration opens at 11:00 to 12:00 at Le Meridien Angkor. At 12:15, Transfer by motor coach or bus to Prek Kdam.
Arriving Prek Kdam around 17:00. Lunch box will be served en‐route. Embark the wonderful La Marguerite at 18:30 and
check into your cabins. Iced mineral water and cold towels will be served from 18:30 to 17:30. Dinner will be served at
19:30. Enjoy the first gourmet dinner onboard with fellow travelers. Anchor at Kampong Sat for the night.

What you will see: Wild lives, rural villages

DAY 2: KAMPONG CHHNANG - CHONG KOH
Time of Excursion: 8:30 to 10:15, 16:30 to 17:30
Length of Tour: 2 hours 30 minutes
Level of Difficulty: 1
Summary of Excursion: At 7:00, the boat will sail towards Kampong Chhnang. Breakfast will be served at the Mekong
restaurant from 7:00 to 8:45. At 8:30, arrive at Kampong Chhnang. Transfer to Kampong Chhnang onboard local boats. Enjoy a quintessential river excursion through the floating houses to get a glimpse of the local lifestyles in the Tonle Sap River. The boats will moor safely along the banks, go ashore and enjoy a leisurely walk through the city and perhaps find a good bargain at the market. At 10:15, return to boat and cast off towards Kampong Cham. Lunch is served between 12:30 to 14:00. At 15:30, arrive at Phnom Penh and continue towards Kampong Cham. Cultural briefing on Cambodia from 15:30 to 16:15 at Saigon Lounge. At 16:30, arrive at Chong Koh. Go ashore and visit traditional silk weaving factory and simply stroll around this charming village. At 17:45, return to boat. Thereafter, enjoy a wonderful paired gourmet a la Carte dinner from 19:30 to 21:00.

What you will see: Khmer civilizations, weaving villages

DAY 3: KAMPONG CHAM - WAT HANCHEY
Time of Excursion: 9:15 to 11:30, 14:30 to 18:00
Length of Tour: 5 hours 45 minutes
Level of Difficulty: 2‐3
Summary of Excursion: RV La Marguerite will sails towards Wat Hanchey at 6:00. Breakfast from 7:00 to 8:30. At 9:15, explore Wat Hanchey, a hilltop pagoda overlooking the Mekong. At 11:45, return to the boat. At 12:00, the boat cast off for Kampong Cham. Enjoy lunch from 12:30 to 14:00. At 14:00, arrive at Kampong Cham. Go ashore from 14:30 to 18:00. The upland regions near Kampong Cham are rich in timbers, including Ceylon ironwood, rosewood, bean trees, teak, and rubber trees. We will visit 12th century Angkorian temple of Wat Nokor and Eco village. At 18:15, we depart for Phnom Penh. Briefing will be conducted from 18:30. From 19:30 to 21:00, themed dinner will be served.

What you will see: Wat Hanchey, 12th century Angkorian temple of Wat Nokor, Eco village

DAY 4: PHNOM PENH
Level of Difficulty: 0
Dock midstream near to Phnom Penh Port around 0:30. At 6:30, the boat will continue to sail towards Phnom Penh Port. Breakfast will be served from 7:00 to 8:30. Disembark after immigration procedures completed onboard. Disembarkation time is expected to be around 10:30 and disembarkation point is Phnom Penh Jetty (Near to the Post Office).

by cruisevietnamcambodia.com

Cambodia Adventure Tour

2012-02-02T01:48:00.000-08:00

Our Cambodia ‘Adventure’ collection contains some of our favorite itineraries in the country. We are always working hard to create exciting new ‘off the beaten track’ adventures in Laos. With the trips we offer, you will delve into the rich culture of this fascinating country.

MINI ANGKOR ADVENTURE

- Taking the back roads to the temples on a bicycle and getting away from the main drab of tourists
- Exploring and climbing Phnom Kulen, swimming in the nearby waterfalls, visiting local villages etc
- Cycling out to the little visited temple of Banteay Srei, through beautiful countryside

RURAL BATTAMBANG

If you are the kind of traveler who likes to get off the beaten track, this rural Cambodia adventure is for you. Battambang is famous for its French colonial architecture, fertile soil and the rubies and garnets mined in the province. Only a three hour drive from Siem Reap and four from Phnom Penh, it is the perfect side trip. You will see sights most tourists miss and gain a fascinating insight into life in the countryside.

SAIGON TO ANGKOR CYCLING ADVENTURE

Taking advantage of the Ha Tien border crossing, this cycling adventure keeps cyclists away from the majority of the traffic whilst taking in some stunning scenery. From the highlights of Ho Chi Minh City to the emerald green rice paddies of the Mekong Delta, the picturesque Cambodian coastline and the atmospheric Temples of Angkor, this tour is an experience that will leave you with lasting memories.

By Buffalo Tour

Cambodia Wildlife Tour

2012-01-30T07:19:00.000-08:00

Cambodia Wildlife Tours

Cambodia is home of magnificent ruins of the world and it is one of the most significant populations of mammalian wildlife in Asia. The civil war lasted for over thirty years, the wildlife were killed and some escaped to Thailand, Laos and Wietnam. To day Cambodia is peaceful, there are lots of species such as leopards, tigers, bantams, gaur, barking deer and the near-extinct Kouprey the Kingdom’s national animal and the world’s rarest large mammal have been sighted off the beaten path. And the wild elephants still roam remote pristine forests and monkeys and snakes abound in mountainous areas. The wildlife trade is illegal, so many live animal are raoming around Cambodia.

Lumphat Wildlife Sanctuary, Ratanakiri is one of the must-see places in the colorful Cambodia. The province of Ratanakiri is located in the northeastern part of the country. The total land area of this sanctuary is 250,000 hectares. Travelers are fascinated at the various sights and sounds of the exotic place. If you are lucky, you can have a glimpse of the special kinds of animals that are present here, like tigers, wild ox, Ko Prey, elephants and red-headed vultures. The word Ratanakiri is derived from the Sanskrit words Ratna and Giri, which mean ‘a mountain of gems’. Many tourists come to explore this place every year to explore the natural treasure and experience culture and enjoy the rich wildlife, ecotourism prospects and remote tribal villages.

The Virachey National Park Ratanakiri

It covers an area of 3325 sq kms, the Virachey National Park provides tourists with ideal conditions for sightseeing. It is magnificent place Extended Wilderness Treks conducted.

Flora: Virachey National Park, Ratanakiri is made of dense semi evergreen lowlands and montane forests, bamboo thickets, upland savannah, and sporadic patches of mixed deciduous forest. Hillocks and low mountains dominate the topography at over 400 m above sea level. Grassland and scrubs are found in isolated areas as well as in marshlands. The types of vegetation comprise: humid medium elevation formations and humid low elevation formations, montane slopes and montane peneplain, middle valley reaches, valley floors, western lowland, isolated granite outcrops and wetlands.

Fauna: Virachey National Park, Ratanakiri

The study indicates that there can be about 156 vertebrates in the area. The bovines, small carnivores, cats and primates are endangered species. The globally threatened primates include the Pygmy Loris, Slow Loris, Long-tailed Macaque, Pig-tailed Macaque, Douc Langur and Yellow-cheeked Crested Gibbon. Species of meticulous concern are elephant, gaur, tiger, and the banteng.

There are 100 bird species of international significance in the Virachey National Park. The Germain’s Peacock Pheasant, a restricted species, is supported here. Other near threatened species includes the Red-collared Woodpecker, Siamese Fireback and Great Hornbill. The aquatic environment comprises freshwater crocodile and tortoise, otters, and fish species.

The Norng Kabat Forest, Ratanakiri houses a beautiful pond is is located about 23 kilometers to the north of Banlung in Ratanakiri, one of the splendid tourist attractions in Ratanakiri, which is frequented by many birds and animals. It attracts tens of thousands of travelers throughout the year, they can also enjoy the wonderful opportunity of watching the beautiful animals and the unique opportunity of visiting the ethnic villages of the town. A visit to the ethnic villages of Ratanakiri will acquaint tourists with the culture and custom of the local people. You can also know about the festivals celebrated by the ethnic people by traveling these ethnic villages. The traditional dance and music performances of the ethnic villagers are a major draw for the international visitors. By adventurousasia.com

Travel Information

2012-01-05T07:35:00.000-08:00

Cambodia Visa

All Foreign Visitors are now able to obtain the Cambodia visa upon arrival at the airport. It is no longer necessary to get the visa stamp at the Cambodian Embassy before your visit. Just prepare the following documents:

A Passport Photocopy

1 photo (3 x 4 cm)

US$ 20 Cash for tourist visa fee (Paid directly to the Immigration)

The Cambodia Visa is issued officially at the following ports of entry:

By Air

Pochentong Airport in Phnom Penh

Siemreap Airport (Angkor Wat Region)

By Land

Travelers can travel to/from Cambodia by land through Aranyapathet-Poipet Border and Trat-Koh Kong Border of Thailand and Moc Bai - Bavet Border of Vietnam

Cambodia Visa Validity: 3 months from the date of issue, *NOT* from the date of entry.

Duration of Stay: 30 days for single entry

Visa Extension

Travelers who would like to prolong their stay in Cambodia may extend their visa at the Department of Immigration situated just opposite the Pochentong Airport. The visa may be extended for 30 days at the cost of USD 25.-

Visa exempted for the following ASEAN nationals:

Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore

E-Visa or Electronic Visa

To promote tourism and investment in Cambodia, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has launched e-visa or electronic visa. Travelers who wish to visit Cambodia can apply visa online with credit card payment direct to the Ministry's website. Normal processing time takes three business days and valid for 3 months from the date of issue. Length of stay is 30 days. Cost is US$ 20 for visa plus Us$ 5 for processing fee.

The following nationals should apply visa at the Cambodia Embassy or Consulate before traveling to Cambodia:

Afghanistan, Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nigeria

(Requirements are letter of sponsor from his/her company, Return air ticket to/from Cambodia, One photocopy of Aien ID card)

How to get here?

There are direct flights to the capital of Phnom Penh from Bangkok, Hochiminh, Kualalumpur, Singapore, Hongkong, Vientiane and Guangzou. All of these cities serve as gateways to Cambodia meaning Cambodia is easily reached from further a field. Cambodia can also be reached by road from Thailand and Vietnam. Another exotic way to reach Cambodia is by river boat or sea cruise.

Direct flights exist from Bangkok to Siem Reap, the home of Angkor Wat.

Travel by Air

International Cambodia Airfares and Flight Schedule

In-house online airfares on some routings with flight schedules.

Domestic Airfares and Flight Schedule in Cambodia

Check the domestic airfares and book the flight online

Land Crossing

Aranyapathet - Poipet Border

How to travel to Cambodia from Thailand by land through Aranyapathet - Poipet Border. Guide and Tips!

Trat - Kohkong Border

Advice on bus and boat connection to Cambodia through Trat and Koh Kong Border Crossing. Getting to Sihanouville, Sre Ambel, and Phnompenh through this route.

Moc Bai - Bavet Border

Travel to/from Cambodia through the border facing Vietnam frontier.

Other Businesses

2011-12-28T01:44:00.000-08:00

Why Cambodia?

Located in the heart of Southeast Asia, a region experiencing a gigantic economic growth over the past few decades, Cambodia presents an attractive destination for starting a business. Factors such as low labour cost, low startup cost, liberal government policies, and a pool of untapped resources and markets, add to the charm of the country that offers one of the region’s most open economies to foreign investment.

Low tax rates, investment incentives, and a one-stop-service for qualified investments, further reinforce the government’s commitment to attracting foreign capital.

The country, as a member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), benefits from very low tariffs on most goods traded with its neighbour countries. However, by 2018, the ASEAN Free Trade Area aims to completely eliminate all tariffs.

Also, as a WTO member and least-developed country (LDC), Cambodia benefits from preferential access to some of the world’s richest markets for a number of products.

How to Start

Every company conducting commercial activities in Cambodia must be registered with the right authorities. The registration requirement depends on field of business one chooses.

In most cases, these are the steps followed for registration:

Step 1. Register business with the Ministry of Commerce.

Step 2. To receive incentives, register the investment project with CDC (Council for the Dovelopment of Cambodia). The registration process requires preparing a large volume of documentation (for example, the Memorandum and Articles of Association) in Khmer language that has to be submitted with the application form to register a business.

Step 3. Register the address of the business with City Hall.

At the end of the above-mentioned steps, the business will receive a registration certificate indicating a company identification number. The process usually takes three weeks.

Major Industries: Garments, Tourism, Petroleum, Agriculture, Wood Processing, Telecommunications, Food Processing, Construction, Footwear

Indian Companies in Cambodia: Bank of India, Curewel International Co., Ltd., Data Management Centre, East India Curry Restaurant (Cambodia) Pte Ltd., Futurelinks International Pte Ltd., Helaol Pharmaceuticals Imp Exp Co., Ltd., Kirloskar Brothers Limited

Scope for Indian business: While Indian companies have immense scope in exporting raw materials used for pharmaceutical products, garment industry, machinery and automobile components, Cambodians can tap the rubber and fish

product markets.

Additionally, agriculture, food processing, tourism, hospitality, education, IT (Information Technology) and infrastructure are the key areas of trade between India and Cambodia.

Things to know when dealing with Cambodians:

• Senior person must always be treated with respect and deference.

• It is good to have one side of the business card translated in Khmer.

• Good interpretation skills are a necessity when dealing with Cambodians.

• Handshakes are normal. However, a firm hand-shake could be construed as aggressive.

• When interacting with females, eye contact must be kept to a minimum.

By http://www.dare.co.in/

Internet Business

2011-12-28T01:12:00.000-08:00

Company Profile

Ezecom was founded to serve the rapidly expanding business and home user market in Cambodia. Launched in 2007, Ezecom has since become a leading provider for a wide variety of innovative communication services.

Ezecom's mission is “To be the premium provider of world class telecommunications and data services in Cambodia, whilst achieving a high standard of Corporate Social Responsibility”.

Technology

Our company has incorporated its own fibre optic and WiMAX network with Internet, VoIP, VPN and a custom built world class Data Centre. Recognizing the need for high quality, hassle free, reliable internet services, Ezecom invested in a multitude of high quality infrastructures. These critical investments ensure a level of performance suited to the most demanding modern corporate customers. These innovative solutions along with the complete package of services Ezecom offers corporations, office and home users, has made us the leader in our field.

Corporate Social Responsibility

Besides our strong technical foundation, Ezecom is actively stimulating the growth of the Cambodian community. Ezecom believes in growth, not only within our company and for our staff but also for the entire community in which we do business. That is why Ezecom has chosen to be an active partner in the Cambodian community, through a variety of sponsorships. Please visit our website for an up to date overview of Ezecom's partnerships

Customer Service

It is our pleasure to provide you with the best and most reliable internet connection in Cambodia, supported by our world class customer service team. With EZECOM as a partner, you and your organization can benefit from our robust communication infrastructure.

If you have any questions regarding your connection or if you are in need of technical support please feel free to call our helpdesk.

Khmer / English speaking help desk number (24/7):

023 888 181

English speaking help desk number (Mon - Fri: 8:00am - 5:30pm. Sat: 8:00am - 12.00am)

089 777 696

Property Business

2011-12-26T23:34:00.000-08:00

Tourist growth helps boost property market in Cambodia

The number of tourists visiting Cambodia has increased in the first half of this year with authorities now predicting more than 2.3 million visitors for 2008.

The Ministry of Tourism said numbers were up more than 14% compared with last year. A spokesman said political stability and infrastructure improvements had increased the number of tourist arrivals to the country. Some $1.64 billion is expected to be generated in 2008 from tourism alone.

According to specialists this means a boost for those with buy-to-let property in the country as these latest figures are part of a trend. Visitor numbers reached 2 million in 2006, and rose a further 20% in 2007.

'This sustained and aggressive growth in the tourist sector, as well as booming construction, property and garment manufacturing sectors is helping the country's economy to enjoy near double-digit growth,' said a spokesman for David Stanley Redfern.

The real estate sector, in particular, is growing at a phenomenal rate and no more so than in the capital Phnom Penh where land doubled last year to $3,000 per square metre, up from just $500 in 2000. 'Add to this the growth in the tourism sector and rental yields in the city are also expected to grow,' he added.

Once known as the 'Pearl of Asia', Phnom Penh is a significant global and domestic tourist destination for Cambodia. The city is the wealthiest and most populous in the country; it's commercial, political and cultural hub and is home to more than two million people.

French villas along tree-lined boulevards remind the visitor of its colonist heritage, yet its oldest structure is the Wat Phnom from the founding days of the city, constructed in 1373. The French however, certainly left their mark and parts of the city are filled with colonial villas, French churches, boulevards, and famous landmarks such as the Art deco market Phsar Thom Thmei and the Hotel Le Royal.

Proving popular are apartments in the chic riverside French quarter from as little as £49,000. These authentic French colonial period buildings have been completely refurbished and modernised and are expected to appreciate by 15 to 20% per year. The developer is currently offering a rental guarantee of 9% for the first two years, making this a safe investment in an aggressively growing market. by http://www.propertywire.com

Cambodia introduces new regulations for developers and real estate agents

New regulations are being introduced in Cambodia to protect property investors from fraud as the country's real estate industry booms.

Developers will be required to deposit a sum with the National Bank of Cambodia before being allowed to begin construction on a project under new regulations aimed at curbing fraud.

Payments from buyers will be held in this account with the aim of making the whole payment system more transparent and avoid developers using money illegally. It will also allow the government to intervene if developers fail to honour their contracts.

Real estate agents and developers will have to obtain a licence from the Ministry of Economy and Finance to sell projects and face legal action and even closure if they fail to do so.

The new rules mean developers and agents must comply by the end of September, a spokesman for the Economy and Finance ministry said.

There will be costs to the developers and agents involved but officials believe this will deter cowboys. 'Real estate developers will be required to deposit 2% of the projects' total value at the National Bank of Cambodia,' said Mao Pao deputy chief of the ministry's real estate division. http://www.propertywire.com

Law change will benefit foreign property investors in Cambodia

Foreigners could be allowed to buy property freehold in Cambodia by the end of 2008 under an amendment to the property laws being considered by the Government.

Nuth Nurang, Secretary of State at Cambodia's Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction said growing demand has fueled the decision.

Currently the best option for foreigner investors is to buy on a leasehold tenure of up to 99 years. Another option is to form a company with Cambodian partners but this carries complex tax issues and needs to be considered carefully.

The announcement from the Government means that even those buying now won't miss out. It is possible to draw up a contract that includes an option to buy freehold when the new law comes in.

That is exactly what David Stanley Redfern is doing. Their French Colonial Apartments in the capital Phnom Penh are on a 99 year leasehold tenure. The contract includes the option to buy the properties freehold if and when the law is amended. They expect that foreigners will be buying freehold in Cambodia before the end of the year, if not sooner.

The change in ownership law is likely to blow the Cambodian property market wide open. It comes at a time when multinational companies are not only setting up shop in the emerging market, but are making Cambodia their South East Asian operations hub.

This is likely to have a big effect on the economy. The big banks, for example, often have to pay more to get the best out of their workforce, and they are also giving perks like health insurance and dental plans. Staff are getting promoted and getting pay-rises to keep them in the company.

It means that Cambodian's in stable and well paid employment have money to spend on their accommodation, rented or bought. Talk of some of the big car companies opening operations in Cambodia can only add to a higher standard of living and a positive effect on property prices.

'We will require a developer to open a housing development account at any commercial bank to enable buyers to make payments through the bank,' he added.

The price for the new licences for selling or renting will depend on the scale of the project. Until now developers only needed a letter of permission from the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction and an investment licence from the Council for the Development of Cambodia.

There are estimated to be around 100 developers currently operating in Cambodia, many of them quite small. Some said the new regulations will be too costly and put them out of business.

Capital Phnom Penh has undergone an unprecedented construction boom over the last several years, including a number of residential and commercial mega-projects that are set to transform the capital from a sleepy backwater. Text by http://www.propertywire.com

Business Consultant Firm

2011-12-26T23:02:00.000-08:00

Cam Asia Group

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Cam Asia Group is a Corporate Business Consulting and Investment Advisory Firm, which serves clients both locally and internationally. We have established a record of innovation and excellence for our work with a diverse set of industries and economic sectors. The intelligent economy demands new approaches to doing business. Market conditions are changing quickly, and the competitive factors are intensifying. Corporations are seeking innovation and speed to capture market opportunities and meet innovative challenges.

The Consulting Group provides full range of professional business advisory services to support your entry or expansion plans in Asia or any part of the World. It has years of experience working in different parts of Asia and the world. We know how to navigate the bureaucratic waters, speed up the process of government approvals, and gain critical market information. With our corporate office and links around the world, we are able to multiply access to opportunities and greatly enhance our clients' expansion efforts and act as your Virtual Corporate Management Team.

The Group assists, entrée to key government and industry leaders who are influential in the foreign investment decision-making process. We actually maneuvers within the system to build relationships with influential government bodies on behalf of our clients, facilitating partner selection and providing project development, due diligence, and strategic insight.

We bring to our clients new ideas, new business models, and a new perspective. In doing so, we support the transition by actually facilitating the implementation of the solutions. Our clients, by taking advantage of our unique services, can significantly reduce their investment risk and increase their opportunities for long-term business plans and success.

WHY CAM ASIA GROUP | Business Expertise

Business decisions determine your future

Great companies have all faced great challenges and the right business consulting firm will make a difference between failure and success. Cam Asia Group is a business consulting firm and has the reputation of being the leading business consulting firm in the areas of financial and operational change, product issues and market changes.

The right business consulting firm should not only be capable of identifying corporate change, but should also be able to help implement change through financial and strategic business planning.

Our knowledge is based on many years of experience, providing our clients with the "Bon Bon Edge." We are recognized as one of the premier business advisory firms in the arena of Business Consulting and Global Investment Services. The professionals in our offices have managed numerous client relationships on both a local and international scale.

Understanding business, strategic needs and flawless execution is what Cam Asia Group services is all about. We help our clients understand what has to be done and then help them do it. It is about understanding the landscape, monitoring the inflection points and executing changes in order to win tomorrow.

CAM ASIA Consulting Group Co., Ltd.

#50A, Street 334, Sangkat Boeng Keng Kang 1,

Khan Chamkar Mon, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Tel: 855 23 993 248

Fax: 855 23 993 248

Investing in Cambodia

2011-12-23T21:21:00.000-08:00

The government has solved many problems related to the business and investment climate in Cambodia such as the reimbursement of value-added tax for exported goods, extension of tax holidays for garment factories, requirements for bank licensing, and the extension of accommodation tax exemption for the tourism industry. However, the main challenge the country will face over the next 10 years is the reduction of corruption and the strengthening of good governance at central and provincial levels.

Government priority is to increase access to international markets by integrating the Cambodian economy into the regional and world economy; rehabilitate and develop roads, airports, ports and other infrastructure including water supply, electricity distribution and telecommunication networks; and strengthen the legal framework, institutional capacity, investment and business facilitation.

These developments will enable the government to better exploit the potential of Cambodia's prime investment sectors which include: agriculture, agro-industries, minerals, processing, manufacturing, service, tourism and labour-intensive industries.

The Emergence of Cambodia

by Bretton Sciaroni, Lawyer & Senior Partner

Sciaroni & Associates

The emergence of Cambodia in recent years as a high growth economy seemed to take all by surprise. The double digit growth enjoyed by Cambodia in much of this decade has warranted a great deal of commentary, and even the delayed impact of the international financial crisis has not dampened the interest of many companies in this exotic investment destination. In the past two years, many blue chip enterprises have discovered this small country in South East Asia, with such luminaries as Dupont, Cargill, General Electric, Mitsubishi, Microsoft, Intel, Crown Cork, Abbott and others setting up offices in Cambodia. And despite the international economic downturn, international corporations continue to come to Cambodia to take a look.

What explains this seemingly sudden interest in the kingdom? After the foundation of the new Cambodia a decade and one-half ago, why is there international attention now? The sudden burst of interest is due to the establishment of a track record which did not exist after the 1993 UNTAC election. In fact, there are multiple track records which have attracted the attention of worldwide business. Consider the following track records, all of which contribute to the interest expressed by any number of multinational corporations:

Diplomatic track record: Cambodia has methodically reintegrated into the region and the world. It has joined a number of international organisations and adopted a number of international conventions to join the community of nations. Among the more important diplomatic events that have occurred include:

- Asean (30 April 1999): Cambodia joined the preeminent regional organisation – the Association of South East Asian Nations – as the organisation moved beyond its Cold War origins and became an entity that was truly representative of the region.

- WTO (13 October 2004): Although Cambodia was the 148th member of the World Trade Organisation, it was only the 2nd LDC (less developed country) to be granted membership. And it was done so without having all of the WTO-compliant laws in place, but the commitment was made by Cambodia to enact the necessary laws and regulations to make it compliant.

- WIPO (July 1995): Although Cambodia joined the World Intellectual Property Organisation shortly after the creation of the new government, the necessary laws were not enacted until 2002-2003.

These memberships are indicative of the modern drive by the Royal Government of Cambodia to take the diplomatic actions necessary for it to become reintegrated into the world.

Political Track Record: Since the internationally orchestrated national election in 1993, Cambodia has had a series of elections, each judged by independent observers as being more fair and well-run than the previous election. There have been four such national elections, with the most recent being in July 2008. In addition, other local elections have been held. Furthermore, most of the senior officials in the Royal Government have held the same or similar positions in mandate after mandate, again lending to the political stability of the government.

Legal and Regulatory Track Record: Even before accession to WTO, the Royal Government set about to enact the necessary laws and regulations that are the building blocks of a modern economy. Previously, Cambodia either did not have the necessary laws or they were out of date. Now the legal structure that supports commercial activities is being modernised. Even before accession to WTO, there were important commercial laws being enacted. These included:

- Law on Investment (1994)

- Labour Law (1997)

- Banking Law (1999)

- Property Law (2001)

However, the drive to accede to WTO and to become WTO-compliant provided the Royal Government with a checklist of important commercial laws and regulations to enact. And these have been enacted on a regular basis:

- Trademarks, copyrights, and patent laws (2001-2003)

- Law on Commercial Enterprises (2005)

- Law on Negotiable Instruments (2005)

- Law on Commercial Arbitration (2006)

- Law on Government Bonds (2006)

- Law on Secured Transactions (2007)

- Law on Insolvency (2007)

These are only some of the laws that have been enacted in recent years that will contribute to economic growth. What any potential investor can see in this list and other regulations enacted in recent years is the commitment of the government to getting all of the laws in place that are necessary to build a modern economy. While Cambodia does not have all of the laws and regulations enacted, it clearly is working toward that end, and this gives investors confidence in the policies of the Cambodian government.

Thus, track records exist: economic growth is measurable and impressive over the years. Cambodia is joining the legitimate regional and international organisations that will integrate it into the world economy. Political stability can be seen through the electoral process and tenure in the senior positions of the government. And there is a legislative track record over the years.

But these are not the only reasons that explain why Cambodia remains an attractive investment destination. There are other, less tangible reasons why investors continue to go to Cambodia to investigate the business environment.

First, after the tragic recent history of Cambodia, opportunity abounds. There is much that can be done in Cambodia that is either not being done or is not being done well.

Second, since the Prime Minister, Samdech Hun Sen, initiated the Government-Private Sector Forum in 1999 (and a system of sectoral working groups in 2000), there are mechanisms for dialogue and problem-solving between the Royal Government and the business community. This system of consultation is indicative of the open and pro-business approach of the Royal Government. The senior officials want the economy to grow, and realise that the private sector must be considered a partner in this endeavour.

For all of these reasons – both tangible and intangible – Cambodia remains an attractive newcomer to an already robust Asian economic system. It will continue to command our attention for some time to come.

Sciaroni & Associates

www.sa-cambodia.com

by http://www.investincambodia.com

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