Kulen Mountain and Banteay Srei Exploration: A Cultural Immersion with Monk Blessings
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Siem Reap
Embark on a cultural immersion journey to Kulen Mountain and Banteay Srei temple in Siem Reap. Experience monk blessings, explore local communities, and indulge in authentic local products.
Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Phnom Kulen National Park - Visiting Waterfall, thousand lingas, Big Buddha Status, local people and you can swim there.

Kulen Mountain is formed from sandstone and was used a quarry during the Angkorian period. The major quarries used at this time were in the southeast area of the mountains. In this area of the Phnom Kulen National Park, you can see the natural waterfalls.

  • Banteay Srei - Visiting Banteay Srei Temple that most of the popular one with pink sandstone temple with the best carving even Angkor Wat temple cannot compare which was built in 10th century. It takes time drive there 50 minutes to 1 hour.
What's Included
  • Kulen Mountain Ticket included ($20 value)
  • Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Refreshments: Drinking water and cold towels
  • Air-conditioned vehicle for your comfort
  • Knowledgeable local English-speaking guide
  • Supporting local communities with 50% of profits
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fee for the temples are $37 for a 1-day pass
  • Gratuities
  • Boat fee is $25 per person
  • Kulen Mountain Ticket ($20 per person)
Additional Information

We’ll be exploring two distinct locales. Initially, we’re off to Phnom Kulen (Kulen Mountain) which is a secluded series of peaks in the Dangrek Mountain Range. It extends approximately 40km and is about 50km from Siem Reap town. Its apex is at 487m with an average height of 400m throughout the range. The locale affords the opportunity for monk blessings. Later in the afternoon, we transition to the Banteay Srei temple, located roughly 37km from Siem Reap town. The journey encompasses a stop at a local community where I will guide you through the day-to-day of the residents. There’s also a chance to taste palm wine and palm sugar (season dependent), amongst other local delicacies. Our day concludes with a transfer back to your accommodation.

  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • You are advised not to bring valuables with you on the tour.
  • You must cover your knees and shoulders when entering the temples.
Location
Banteay Srei
Cancellation Policy

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

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Luxurytraveller_9
May 13, 2019
Excellent experience on a private tour to kulen mountain, river of a 1000 lingas and banteay srei - Thom was our guide during this tour and it was an excellent experience. Having done the Angkor temples the day before we were a bit tired but Thom kept us engaged. He had a lot of knowledge of the area and was very helpful during each part of the visit. Highly recommend him.
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Alejandra
Sep 11, 2018
Amazing Tour with Hun - Had an amazing tour with Hun. He ensured I was comfortable at all times and he took the time to immerse me into the culture and they ways of the locals. He assisted taking pictures from the nicest locations at the places we visited. I happened to be the only one in the tour so we spent 3 extra hours together and he took me to a gem where the locals go to see a panoramic view of the Phnom Kulen National Park. Water and cold towel were provided several times during the tour. The driver was also very nice and took the time to stop and places were I wanted to take pictures from the car; he took us to all places in a safe manner. The lunch (not included in the tour cost) was amazing. Keep up the good job Cambodia Golden Tours and Hun!! Highly recommended experience!
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