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Discover the traditional way of life on Tonlé Sap Lake on a private tour from Siem Reap with an official guide in the selected language, a private boat included and a choice of departure times.
Discover one of Cambodia's most unique ways of life on this private excursion to Chong Kneas Floating Village and Tonlé Sap Lake from Siem Reap. Accompanied by an official guide in the selected language, you will cruise aboard a private boat to experience the floating communities and discover the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia.
After hotel pick-up, you will travel to Chong Kneas pier through the countryside surrounding Siem Reap, passing rice paddies, lotus fields and small rural villages that offer a glimpse into everyday Cambodian life. Upon arrival, you will board your private boat to begin your journey through the floating village.
During the cruise, you will discover how the local residents live, observe the floating houses and learn about the importance of Tonlé Sap Lake to Cambodia's economy and culture. Along the way you will see the floating school, pagoda, church, shops and other buildings while your guide explains the unique characteristics of this remarkable community.
During the tour, you will stop at a floating platform where you can relax and see a crocodile farm before continuing your cruise across Tonlé Sap Lake, a vast natural landscape whose appearance changes throughout the year. After enjoying the scenery and panoramic lake views, you will return to the pier before travelling back comfortably to your hotel in Siem Reap.
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Additional Information
● Tours in Spanish and English are confirmed immediately, while tours in Italian and Portuguese are available on request and subject to confirmation by the supplier.
● This excursion offers two departure schedules. Please ensure you select your preferred option before completing your booking.
● After completing your booking, you must provide the name and address of your accommodation in Siem Reap to arrange the pick-up service. If you have not been contacted by the local supplier at least one day before the activity, it is the passenger's sole responsibility to contact the local telephone number indicated on the voucher to confirm the exact pick-up time and location.
● Please be ready in the reception area of your accommodation at least 20 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time.
● The appearance of Chong Kneas Floating Village and the route may vary depending on the water level and the season, without affecting the overall experience.
● Children under 12 years of age do not pay for the tour or the boat ride.
● It is recommended to wear light clothing, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent and bring cash for personal expenses.
● WiFi service during the transfers is subject to network coverage.
● The activity may be affected by circumstances beyond the supplier's control.
● The supplier accepts no responsibility for personal injury or for the loss of or damage to personal belongings during the experience.
Inclusions
✔ Private tour for your group
✔ Official guide in the selected language
✔ Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Siem Reap
✔ Boat throughout the cruise
✔ Water during transfers
✔ WiFi during transfers (subject to network coverage)
✔ Cruise through Chong Kneas Floating Village
✔ Cruise on Tonlé Sap Lake
Exclusions
✖ Entrance fees, meals and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Travel insurance
✖ Personal expenses
✖ Any other services not specified
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of the activity.
Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the activity, as well as no-shows, are non-refundable.
Meeting point
Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included for hotels located in Siem Reap.
Your guide will be waiting for you in your hotel's reception at the time indicated in your booking confirmation.