Phnom Kulen Tour: Explore Waterfall and Reclining Buddha

Embark on a full-day guided tour of Phnom Kulen National Park, exploring the majestic Kulen Waterfall, the mystical River of a Thousand Lingas, and the iconic Reclining Buddha. Limited to 13 participants, with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Phnom Kulen National Park - Capture stunning photos of the expansive Rocky valley and embark on a trek through lush jungle trails, a must-do activity.
  • 1000 Lingas - Venture further to discover the mystical River of a Thousand Lingas, a hidden treasure in Cambodia. Upon reaching the riverbanks, you’ll be enchanted by a river adorned with intricate carvings beneath its clear waters (season and weather permitting). The river seems to whisper ancient tales of spirituality and magic.

The River of a Thousand Lingas offers more than visual delight; it’s a spiritual journey blending natural beauty with artistic craftsmanship. Take time to admire the detailed carvings, each narrating a story of devotion. As sunlight glistens on the water, the carvings come to life, creating ethereal reflections, making this sacred spot a photographer’s dream.

  • Phnom Kulen Waterfall - Enjoy the falls, surrounded by nature’s symphony, with the sound of rushing water setting the scene for an unforgettable experience. Challenge yourself to swim in this holy waterfall for 45 minutes.

Capture the perfect shot as rainbows form in the mist. The ethereal beauty of Kulen offers a photographer’s paradise, with every frame a postcard-perfect image ready to be shared.

  • Preah Ang Thom pagoda - Discover the sacred land of Kulen Mountain, witness the Giant Reclining Buddha, explore ancient ruins, and immerse yourself in rich spiritual heritage. Engage with locals, uncover centuries-old stories, and experience a unique spiritual awakening. Prepare for a journey that will transform your worldview. Enter a realm where spirituality and history converge, and legends come to life. This sacred journey promises not only breathtaking sights but also a profound connection with Cambodia’s spiritual essence.
What's Included
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Kulen Mountain Ticket Passes
  • Snacks
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Cold towels & Bottle Water
What's Not Included
  • Swimwear (for swimming in waterfall)
  • Personal expends
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Discover the Phnom Kulen National Park with a full-day guided tour departing from Siem Reap. Visit Kulen Waterfall, the River of a Thousand Lingas, and journey to the top of the mountain to find the world-famous Reclining Buddha. Tour is led by an Apsara Authority certified guide. Small-group trip is limited to a maximum of 14 participants and includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

This amazing Kulen waterfall and 1000 Lingas tour includes a croissant, local snacks, and seasonal fruits available uphill. We are proud to assist local businesses and communities in benefiting from the tour. Please keep in mind that lunch will be served late (excluded), around 2-3pm, after plenty of time spent at the waterfall. Rest assured, we carefully select top-quality restaurants in the area with prices ranging from usd5 to usd15 per plate, ensuring excellent food and hygiene standards.

  • Dress code is comfortable and casual. Respect the ancient religious grounds when you visit them.
  • It is recommended to bring swimwear and insect repellent
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • A maximum of 14 people per booking
  • This shared tour option isn’t suitable for infants or kids under 12 years old.
Location
Phnom Kulen National Park
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Brian
Sep 29, 2024
Beautiful adventure - Mr. Chenda and Mr. Yang were great. Learned so much about the history of the park at a leisurely pace. I can't recommend it any more.
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Sauln780
Sep 27, 2024
Really Fun Time - Great tour and very organized. The waterfall is amazing. A great change of pace from all the temples. John was an excellent guide. He is very knowledgeable and proud of his country. He is very kind and it clearly shows that he is passionate about his job. Highly recommend this tour!
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Passport45946653340
Sep 26, 2024
Kulan waterfalls an 1000 Lingus tour. - Chenda is a great host, very knowledgeable. This tour has great views and if you take it at the end of the wet season the waterfalls are spectacular. Highly recommended.
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542fatemehm
Sep 26, 2024
Excellent - Excellent experience, perfect company, nice views and clear explanation! It was a very relaxing and informative day trip!
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Jix819
Sep 25, 2024
Informative and enjoyable - We had a great time on this trip. Magnificent view from the kuelen mountain rocks, learning the story of kuelen mountain to thousand lingas and how it is connected to the temples have been built by different generation of kings and to the ancient city. Our tour guide - chenda and driver - rithy, have been always nice and attentive. Chenda kept answering on some questions. He also served as our photographer and took cool and awesome photos. Informative and enjoyable tour indeed. I recommend it for those people who are keen into history and story.
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Thaot905
Sep 25, 2024
Great tour - Our tour guide Silong is very informative and friendly. The sights were amazing and we met some lovely people during the tour
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Fearless03416049900
Sep 25, 2024
Day trip to mount kulen and 1000 lingas - A great days trip. Very good driver and guide John. Fascinating to see the countryside and local customs. Well worth the cost.
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Lorraine
Sep 25, 2024
Fabulous Kulam adventure - Fabulous guide, John, gave history and culture thru out ride, explained all Buddhas and Hindu , waterfall swim wonderful, kept a leisurely pace all day, lunch stop wonderful, Driver provided cold cloths a nd water all day
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Chucksh5801rn
Sep 24, 2024
Swimming at Kulen Waterfall - Chenda was an excellent tour guide and Lis was a great driver! I highly recommend this trip! The scenery of the mountain was beautiful and we visited a temple with a reclining Buddha. Swimming at the waterfall was truly life changing experience. The temperature of the water was perfect. Chenda took a wonderful photo of me that I will treasure forever. Chenda is exceptionally knowledgeable about history and explained the role of Kulen Mountain is creating Angkor Wat. The trip was very worthwhile. Keep in mind that your hotel pick up time will be variable because they have to pick up people from many different hotels.
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Tathrast
Sep 27, 2024
A good option that’s not about temples - This was a good tour for the end of our week in Siem Reap. Something different from temples which I enjoyed. It was a good balance of time in an air conditioned bus and time outside. It rained when we were in the bus but thankfully not on any of our activities. There were a lot of people at the waterfall but the water was lovely. The change rooms were very rustic but fine for their purpose. Worth spending a bit of money that goes to local indigenous families. I wish I’d been prepared for having to take shoes off at the temple of the reclining Buddha. The floors were slippery but I decided to go for it and the stairs were non slip. The gong at the end was a nice surprise. The view from the cliff was spectacular and our guide John was great at taking photos and sharing with us. I was also impressed at how he remembered our names!
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