CAMBODIA – Siem Reap – Visit Phnom Kulen National Park

Description

Embark on an adventure to Phnom Kulen National Park, the sprawling forested haven in Siem Reap province. Delve into the rich tapestry of flora and fauna while exploring sacred religious sites. Traverse scenic trails leading to iconic landmarks such as the River of 1000 Lingas and the majestic Kulen Waterfall, and visit the Buddha Monastery, home to the awe-inspiring Golden Reclining Buddha.

Selling points

• An easy hiking tour, adaptable to all types of travelers who are in reasonable physical condition.
• Visit the main sites of Phnom Kulen National Park, such as Kulen Waterfall, the Golden Reclining Buddha, and the River of 1000 Lingas.
• Learn about Cambodian flora and fauna.
• Interaction with the locals of the sacred mountain.

Level Of The Excursion

The Impact Of This Excursion

Social/cultural Impact

Environment Impact

Economic Impact

Time And Transportation

Duration

Full-day tour.

Min pax

1

Max pax

20

How to sell it

• This hike is designed for all types of travelers.
• Full-day hiking tour in Kulen for FIT, small groups (max 20 guests).
• For travelers looking for an easy to moderate hike and a visit to the main site, Kulen Mountain National Park.

Why this activity

• Easy to organize the tour with an Easia tour guide coordinating with a local ranger to escort the group along the easy trail.
• Learn about Cambodian flora and fauna, interact with the local community and visit to the main site, Kulen Mountain National Park.

Do not combine with

• Any full-day or half-day tour.
• Kbal Spean – it is located in another area.
• Banteay Srei Temple.

Market suggestion

Competitor comparison

• Other DMC and local agents also propose this tour.

Pros

• It’s easy to find a guide in all languages (Italian, English, French, German) to escort the group.
• Flexible enough to adjust the kilometers to hike according to clients’ profiles.
• Possible to upgrade with special catering for lunch setup.

Cons

• Ranger speaks only Khmer languages.

Information

We have two program texts from which you can choose to propose to your clients, tailored to fit the client’s profile.

1. Visit Phnom Kulen National Park: Suitable for leisure clients with a 5-kilometer hike. Visit main site of 1000 lingars,  reclining Buddha and waterfall.
2. Hiking Phnom Kulen: Ideal for active clients with a 12-kilometer hike. Visit main site of 1000 lingars,  reclining Buddha and waterfall.

Alerts

• The entrance to Kulen mountain is closed at 12:00 pm.
• The vehicles that can access the mountain are small cars, vans, or buses with 25 seats
• Suitable for children from 10 years old up.
• Please inform elderly travelers that sometimes you need to walk into the forest with some short sections of climbing through the rock.
• During the rainy season, the trails can be muddy and slippery.
• Do not propose during dry season – too hot, less waterfall in April/May.
• Avoid visiting during weekends and public holidays as the waterfall will be crowded.

Important information

1. Visit Phnom Kulen National Park: Hiking Map link (please do not share it with the guest).
2. Hiking Phnom Kulen: Hiking Map link (please do not share it with the guest).

INFORMATION TO COLLECT FROM THE CLIENT 

• Understand the guests’ needs and expectations before proposing an itinerary.
• Understand the walking level of the travelers:
  • No difficulty – accessible for everybody
  • Easy – accessible for everybody who likes walking
  • Moderate – for people who practice hiking occasionally
  • Difficult – for people in good shape
  • Extreme – for professionals

SEASONALITY DETAILS

• From November to beginning of March is the perfect time with pleasant temperatures and beautiful scenery.
• In April and May, the weather is very hot. Possible but very challenging.
• June to August is the green season, with some rain during the early morning and/or late afternoon, but boasting beautiful and lush, green landscapes.
• Avoid September and October due to the heavy rain, the trail is muddy and difficult to access.

WHAT TO BRING:

• Big luggage will be kept at the hotel.
• Small backpack to carry water and camera during the trek.
• Trekking shoes, sun protection, hat, mosquito repellent, reusable water bottles, trekking poles, swimsuits in case travelers want to swim in the waterfall or river.
• Long pants, rain jacket in case of unexpected rain.

Price range

$$$

Quotation guideline

Visit Phnom Kulen National Park

• Transports: Package Price – regular vehicle in Siem Reap => REP – City tour Full Day + REP – Kulen Moutain (icl Banteay Srey) (Extra)
• Guides: Local Guide; Full day in city + Local Guide; Supplement: City tour plus B.Mealea and K.Kleang/Kulen Mt/B.Mealea and Koh Ker + Local Guide; Supplement hiking day tour
• Entrance fees: Entrance Fees in Siem Reap => Kulen mountain (depart from REP) (receipt); Per pax
• Activity: Private picnic lunch at Kulen Mountain => Picnic lunch by the river; Per pax + Location fee for lunch; Per service

Hiking Phnom Kulen

• Others: Active – Hiking/ Trekking Phnom Kulen back up – Extra services ( Others ) => Ranger Phnom Kulen fee – day tour (meals included); Per service
• Others: Active – Food packages – REP – (Standard) => Snacks for Active tour with Local snacks and water 3L/Day; Per pax
• Transports: Package Price – regular vehicle in Siem Reap => REP – City tour Full Day + REP – Kulen Moutain (icl Banteay Srey) (Extra)
• Guides: Local Guide; Full day in city + Local Guide; Supplement: City tour plus B.Mealea and K.Kleang/Kulen Mt/B.Mealea and Koh Ker + Local Guide; Supplement hiking day tour
• Entrance fees: Entrance Fees in Siem Reap => Kulen mountain (depart from REP) (receipt); Per pax
• Activity: Private picnic lunch at Kulen Mountain => Picnic lunch by the river; Per pax + Location fee for lunch; Per service

Inclusion

• Transportation.
• Guides.
• Kulen Entrance fee.
• Private picnic lunch at Kulen Mountain.

Exclusion

• Other expense.
• Tips.
• Insurance.

Possible Extra

• The transfer by Jeep.

Important notes

1. Visit Phnom Kulen National Park: Suitable for leisure clients with a 5-kilometer hike. Visit main site of 1000 lingars,  reclining Buddha and waterfall (the tour lead by tour guide, no need to book Ranger).
2. Hiking Phnom Kulen: Ideal for active clients with a 12-kilometer hike. Visit main site of 1000 lingars,  reclining Buddha and waterfall (the tour lead by tour guide with the escort of Ranger).
3. Active tour guide with a good knowledge of history and flora and fauna.

Contact

Mr. Leak – Local Ranger, Tel: 092 293 159 (Pay cash on spot).

Mr. Serng – local restaurant owner, Tel: 011 837 33/ 078 722 828 (pay cash on spot).

English

Visit Phnom Kulen National Park

This morning, embark on your journey to Phnom Kulen National Park, located in the Siem Reap province of Cambodia, which is a breathtaking natural and cultural treasure. This park is renowned for its lush forests, cascading waterfalls, sacred religious sites, and rich biodiversity.

Upon arriving at the National Park, you will visit the River of 1000 Lingas, where intricate carvings dedicated to Hindu deities adorn the riverbed, offering a glimpse into Cambodia’s ancient past. Additionally, marvel at the awe-inspiring Golden Reclining Buddha, a symbol of peace and serenity nestled amidst the lush forest. The park’s crown jewel, the Kulen Waterfall, captivates with its majestic cascade, inviting you to bask in its refreshing waters and soak in the tranquility of the surrounding wilderness. Enjoy lunch near the waterfall before transferring back to Siem Reap.

Meals: Lunch (Picnic Lunch on Spot).
Distance & duration of hiking: 5 kilometers – 60 minutes (Excluding site visits).
Transportation: 50 kilometers – 1 hour 30 minutes (From hotel to starting point).
Note:

• It is best to avoid weekends and public holidays to enjoy the waterfalls without the crowds.
• The latest departure time from the hotel in Siem Reap is 09:00.

Hiking at Phnom Kulen

In the morning, around 07:00 travel from Siem Reap to Phnom Kulen, the largest forested area in the Siem Reap province. After only 5 kilometers of driving, you will already be in the heart of the Cambodian countryside, passing through charming villages, endless rice fields, and sugar palm trees.

Upon arriving at the National Park checkpoint, located at the foot of Kulen Mountain, you’ll stop you’ll meet the local ranger who will accompany you over the course of the day trek. After a short briefing, head out into the jungle, first coming upon The River of 1000 Lingas. Here, it’s hard not to marvel at the carvings located inside the river, dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva, not to mention the golden Reclining Buddha, situated at Preah Ang Thom. Then embark on a single trail plunging into the deep forest and indulge in the nature. Your hike ends at the Phnom Kulen Waterfall, and, if you’d like, refresh yourself with a nice swim. Lunch nearby the waterfall. Transfer back to Siem Reap in the afternoon.

Meals: Lunch (Picnic Lunch on Spot)

Level: 2
Distance & duration of hiking: 12 kilometers – 3 hours (Excluding site visits)
Total Elevation Gain: + 253 meters / – 212 meters
Starting point / Ending point elevation: + 322 meters / + 372 meters
Terrain: mainly jungle trails, through forest
Transportation:  50 kilometers – 1 hour 30 minutes (From hotel to starting point) 

Note:

• It is best to avoid weekends and public holidays to enjoy the waterfalls without the crowds.
• The latest departure time from the hotel in Siem Reap is 08:00.

French

Visitez le parc national de Phnom Kulen

Ce matin, embarquez pour votre voyage vers le parc national de Phnom Kulen, situé dans la province de Siem Reap au Cambodge, qui est un trésor naturel et culturel à couper le souffle. Ce parc est renommé pour ses forêts luxuriantes, ses cascades, ses sites religieux sacrés et sa riche biodiversité.

À votre arrivée au parc national, vous visiterez la Rivière des 1000 Lingas, où des sculptures complexes dédiées aux divinités hindoues ornent le lit de la rivière, offrant un aperçu du passé ancien du Cambodge. De plus, émerveillez-vous devant l’impressionnant Bouddha couché en or, symbole de paix et de sérénité niché au milieu de la forêt luxuriante. Le joyau de la couronne du parc, la cascade de Kulen, captive par sa majestueuse cascade, vous invitant à vous prélasser dans ses eaux rafraîchissantes et à profiter de la tranquillité de la nature environnante. Profitez du déjeuner près de la cascade avant de retourner à Siem Reap.

Repas: Déjeuner (pique-nique sur place). Distance et durée de la randonnée: 5 kilomètres – 60 minutes (hors visites sur place). Transport: 50 kilomètres – 1 heure 30 minutes (de l’hôtel au point de départ).

Note :

• Il est préférable d’éviter les week-ends et les jours fériés pour profiter des cascades sans la foule.
• L’heure de départ la plus tardive de l’hôtel à Siem Reap est 09h00.

Randonnée à Phnom Kulen

Le matin, vers 7 heures, vous partez de Siem Reap pour Phnom Kulen, la plus grande zone forestière de la province de Siem Reap. Après seulement 5 kilomètres de route, vous serez déjà au cœur de la campagne cambodgienne, traversant des villages, des rizières à perte de vue et des palmiers à sucre.

En arrivant au point de contrôle du parc national, situé au pied de la montagne Kulen, vous serez accueillis par le garde forestier local qui avec notre guide, vous accompagnera tout au long de la journée de trek. Après un court briefing, vous vous enfoncez dans la jungle, en commençant par la rivière aux 1000 lingas. Ici, il est difficile de ne pas s’émerveiller devant les sculptures situées dans le lit de la rivière, dédiées au dieu hindou Shiva, sans oublier le Bouddha couché en or, situé à Preah Ang Thom. Vous emprunterez ensuite un sentier s’enfonçant dans la forêt. Votre randonnée se termine à la belle cascade de Kulen ou, si vous le souhaitez, vous pourrez vous rafraîchir et vous baigner. Déjeuner près de la cascade puis transfert retour.

Repas : Déjeuner

Niveau : 2
Distance et durée de la randonnée : 12 kilomètres – 3 heures (hors visites de sites)
Dénivelé total : + 253 mètres / – 212 mètres
Altitude du point de départ / du point d’arrivée : + 322 mètres / + 372 mètres
Terrain : principalement des sentiers dans la jungle, à travers la forêt
Transport : véhicule d’assistance à la journée – 50 kilomètres – 1 heure 20 minutes (de l’hôtel au point de départ) – Véhicule d’urgence disponible (moto-taxi – accès possible dans la plupart des zones).
Note :

• Il est preferable d’eviter les weekends et jours feriés pour profiter de la cascades sans les foules.
• L’heure de départ la plus tardive de l’hôtel à Siem Reap est 08h00.

Spanish

Visita al Parque Nacional de Phnom Kulen

Esta mañana, emprenda viaje al Parque Nacional de Phnom Kulen, situado en la provincia camboyana de Siem Reap, que es un impresionante tesoro natural y cultural. El parque es famoso por sus frondosos bosques, cascadas, lugares religiosos sagrados y su rica biodiversidad.

A su llegada al parque nacional, visitará el Río de las 1000 Lingas, donde intrincadas tallas dedicadas a deidades hindúes adornan el lecho del río, ofreciendo una visión del antiguo pasado de Camboya. Además, maravíllese ante el impresionante Buda Reclinado dorado, símbolo de paz y serenidad enclavado en medio del frondoso bosque. La joya de la corona del parque, la catarata de Kulen, cautiva con su majestuosa cascada, invitándole a tomar el sol en sus refrescantes aguas y a disfrutar de la tranquilidad de la naturaleza circundante. Disfrute del almuerzo junto a la cascada antes de regresar a Siem Reap.

Comida: almuerzo (picnic in situ). Distancia y duración de la excursión: 5 kilómetros – 60 minutos (excluidas las visitas in situ). Transporte: 50 kilómetros – 1 hora 30 minutos (del hotel al punto de partida).

Atención

• Es mejor evitar los fines de semana y los días festivos para disfrutar de las cascadas sin aglomeraciones.
• La hora límite de salida del hotel en Siem Reap es a las 09:00.

Excursión por Phnom Kulen

Por la mañana, hacia las 7, saldrá de Siem Reap en dirección a Phnom Kulen, la mayor zona boscosa de la provincia de Siem Reap. Tras sólo 5 kilómetros por carretera, ya estará en el corazón de la campiña camboyana, atravesando aldeas, interminables arrozales y palmeras de azúcar.

Al llegar al puesto de control del parque nacional, al pie de la montaña Kulen, será recibido por el guarda local que, junto con nuestro guía, le acompañará durante toda la jornada. Tras una breve sesión informativa, nos adentraremos en la selva, empezando por el Río de las 1000 Lingas. Aquí es difícil no maravillarse ante las esculturas del lecho del río dedicadas al dios hindú Shiva, por no mencionar el Buda dorado reclinado de Preah Ang Thom. A continuación tomará un sendero que se adentra en el bosque. La excursión termina en la hermosa cascada de Kulen, donde podrá refrescarse y darse un chapuzón si lo desea. Almuerzo cerca de la cascada y regreso al hotel.

Comidas : Almuerzo

Nivel: 2
Distancia y duración del recorrido: 12 kilómetros – 3 horas (sin incluir las visitas a los yacimientos)
Desnivel total: + 253 metros / – 212 metros
Altitud del punto de salida/llegada: + 322 metros / + 372 metros
Terreno: principalmente senderos selváticos a través del bosque
Transporte: vehículo de asistencia de un día – 50 kilómetros – 1 hora 20 minutos (del hotel al punto de salida) – vehículo de emergencia disponible (mototaxi – acceso posible en la mayoría de las zonas).
Nota:

• es mejor evitar los fines de semana y los días festivos para disfrutar de las cataratas sin aglomeraciones.
• La hora límite de salida del hotel en Siem Reap es a las 08:00.

Italian

Visita al Parco nazionale di Phnom Kulen

Questa mattina si parte per il Parco Nazionale di Phnom Kulen, situato nella provincia di Siem Reap in Cambogia, un tesoro naturale e culturale mozzafiato. Il parco è rinomato per le sue foreste lussureggianti, le cascate, i siti religiosi sacri e la ricca biodiversità.

All’arrivo al parco nazionale, visiterete il Fiume dei 1000 Lingas, dove intricate incisioni dedicate alle divinità indù adornano il letto del fiume, offrendo uno sguardo sull’antico passato della Cambogia. Inoltre, potrete ammirare l’imponente Buddha reclinato d’oro, un simbolo di pace e serenità immerso nella foresta lussureggiante. Il fiore all’occhiello del parco, la cascata di Kulen, affascina con la sua maestosa cascata, invitandovi a crogiolarvi nelle sue acque rinfrescanti e a godere della tranquillità della natura circostante. Godetevi il pranzo presso la cascata prima di tornare a Siem Reap.

Pasti: Pranzo (picnic in loco). Distanza e durata dell’escursione: 5 chilometri – 60 minuti (escluse le visite in loco). Trasporto: 50 chilometri – 1 ora e 30 minuti (dall’hotel al punto di partenza).

Nota bene

• È meglio evitare i fine settimana e i giorni festivi per godersi le cascate senza la folla.
• L’orario massimo di partenza dall’hotel di Siem Reap è alle 09:00.

Escursione a Phnom Kulen

Al mattino, intorno alle 7, lascerete Siem Reap per Phnom Kulen, la più grande area boschiva della provincia di Siem Reap. Dopo soli 5 chilometri di strada, sarete già nel cuore della campagna cambogiana, attraversando villaggi, sterminate risaie e palme da zucchero.

Arrivati al checkpoint del parco nazionale ai piedi del monte Kulen, sarete accolti dal ranger locale che, insieme alla nostra guida, vi accompagnerà per tutta la giornata di trekking. Dopo un breve briefing, ci si addentra nella giungla, partendo dal Fiume dei 1000 Lingas. Qui è difficile non ammirare le sculture nel letto del fiume dedicate al dio indù Shiva, per non parlare del Buddha reclinato d’oro di Preah Ang Thom. Si imbocca poi un sentiero che si addentra nella foresta. L’escursione termina alla bellissima cascata di Kulen, dove potrete rinfrescarvi e fare un tuffo se lo desiderate. Pranzo vicino alla cascata, poi trasferimento in hotel.

Pasti : Pranzo

Livello: 2
Distanza e durata della passeggiata: 12 chilometri – 3 ore (escluse le visite al sito)
Dislivello totale: + 253 metri / – 212 metri
Altitudine del punto di partenza/arrivo: + 322 metri / + 372 metri
Terreno: principalmente sentieri nella giungla attraverso la foresta
Trasporto: veicolo di assistenza per un giorno – 50 chilometri – 1 ora e 20 minuti (dall’hotel al punto di partenza) – veicolo di emergenza disponibile (mototaxi – accesso possibile nella maggior parte delle zone).
Nota:

• è meglio evitare i fine settimana e i giorni festivi per godersi le cascate senza la folla.
• L’orario massimo di partenza dall’hotel di Siem Reap è alle 08:00.

German

Besuch des Phnom-Kulen-Nationalparks

Heute Morgen machen Sie sich auf den Weg zum Phnom-Kulen-Nationalpark in der kambodschanischen Provinz Siem Reap, einem atemberaubenden Natur- und Kulturschatz. Der Park ist bekannt für seine üppigen Wälder, seine Wasserfälle, seine heiligen Stätten und seine große Artenvielfalt.

Nach Ihrer Ankunft im Nationalpark besuchen Sie den Fluss der 1000 Lingas, wo kunstvolle Schnitzereien, die hinduistischen Gottheiten gewidmet sind, das Flussbett schmücken und einen Einblick in die alte Vergangenheit Kambodschas gewähren. Bestaunen Sie außerdem den beeindruckenden Goldenen Liegenden Buddha, ein Symbol des Friedens und der Gelassenheit inmitten des üppigen Waldes. Das Kronjuwel des Parks, der Kulen-Wasserfall, besticht durch seine majestätische Kaskade und lädt Sie ein, sich in seinem erfrischenden Wasser zu sonnen und die Ruhe der umliegenden Wildnis zu genießen. Genießen Sie Ihr Mittagessen in der Nähe des Wasserfalls, bevor Sie zurück nach Siem Reap fahren.

Mahlzeiten: Mittagessen (Picknick-Mittagessen vor Ort).
Entfernung und Dauer der Wanderung: 5 Kilometer – 60 Minuten (ohne Besichtigungen).
Transport: 50 Kilometer – 1 Stunde 30 Minuten (vom Hotel zum Startpunkt).
Anmerkung:

• Am besten vermeiden Sie Wochenenden und Feiertage, um die Wasserfälle ohne Menschenmassen zu genießen.
• Die späteste Abfahrtszeit vom Hotel in Siem Reap ist 09:00 Uhr.

Wandern in Phnom Kulen

Morgens gegen 7:00 Uhr fahren Sie von Siem Reap nach Phnom Kulen, dem größten Waldgebiet in der Provinz Siem Reap. Nach nur 5 Kilometern Fahrt befinden Sie sich bereits im Herzen der kambodschanischen Landschaft, vorbei an charmanten Dörfern, endlosen Reisfeldern und Zuckerpalmen.

Am Nationalpark-Kontrollpunkt am Fuße des Berges Kulen angekommen, halten Sie an und treffen den örtlichen Ranger, der Sie während der Tageswanderung begleiten wird. Nach einer kurzen Einweisung machen Sie sich auf den Weg in den Dschungel und treffen zuerst auf den Fluss der 1000 Lingas. Hier können Sie die Schnitzereien im Fluss bewundern, die dem Hindu-Gott Shiva gewidmet sind, ganz zu schweigen von dem goldenen liegenden Buddha, der sich in Preah Ang Thom befindet. Dann begeben Sie sich auf einen Singletrail, der in den tiefen Wald eintaucht, und lassen Sie die Natur auf sich wirken. Ihre Wanderung endet am Phnom-Kulen-Wasserfall, und wenn Sie möchten, können Sie sich mit einem schönen Bad erfrischen. Mittagessen in der Nähe des Wasserfalls. Am Nachmittag Transfer zurück nach Siem Reap.

Mahlzeiten: Mittagessen

Schwierigkeitsgrad: 2
Entfernung und Dauer der Wanderung: 12 Kilometer – 3 Stunden (ohne Besichtigungen)
Gesamt-Höhenunterschied: + 253 Meter / – 212 Meter
Startpunkt / Endpunkt Höhe: + 322 Meter / + 372 Meter
Terrain: hauptsächlich Dschungelpfade, durch Wald
Transport: 50 Kilometer – 1 Stunde 30 Minuten (vom Hotel zum Startpunkt)
Hinweis:

• Es ist am besten, Wochenenden und Feiertage zu vermeiden, um die Wasserfälle ohne Menschenmassen zu genießen.
• Die späteste Abfahrtszeit vom Hotel in Siem Reap ist 09:00 Uhr.

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