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Oxcart ride through villages
Oxcarts (buffalo) are traditional transportations back days in Cambodia, they were not only used for transporting stuffs but to travel from and to further distances. They were designed in different styles and not only just for farmers, but for all level of the people back then including royal families.
Experience with an ox cart ride to visit the beauty of the surrounding landscape, along the way discovering rice-paddy field, seasonal farming methods, other daily activities of local people and resident houses of Khmer typically built on stilts. The cart is custom designed for your comfort with mat.
This tour is more relax and educated through culture and traditional ways of life, especially for kids they will love it.
Cooking Classes at local’s home
Immerse yourself in Khmer culinary traditions with this Cambodian cooking class and see for yourself why Siem Reap is known for its fascinating cuisine and colorful dishes.
Join a local’s house for a cooking class and taste real Cambodian local food and traditional dishes. At the house, roll up your sleeves and get stuck into your lesson. Learn to prepare some traditional dishes, they would be including the savory Fish Amok and renowned Tom Yum. Pick up some useful tips and tricks for your expert guide.
After the lesson, sit down to enjoy your 4-course meal before getting dropped off back at your hotel.
Water blessing at pagoda
Put yourself into Khmer people’s beliefs as they go to Monastery and invite the monk for pour holy water (ablution) or water blessing with chanting in order to expel the bed spirit away from their body, bringing peace, happiness, success and prosperity to life.
To take water ablution people will put in sarong and the monk will pour water on them along with chanting for about 10 -15 minutes.
This activity is really common for local people, especially before take a serious journey or taking exams.
Kongkea Boat Ride for Sunset at Tonle Um
A traditional boat ride on Angkor Thom’s moat is one of the most interesting activities for tourists as this boat ride offers you a unique way to see sunset at Angkor. This tour will lure you into the 1000 of years ago while these boats were offered only to those royal families. This boat ride also can be arranged with some wine or even dinner while you are enjoying your spectacular sunset especially this tour is recommended for the new married couple or honeymooners.
Quad-bike Adventure
Quad Bike adventure will take you to the authentic and unique beauty of Siem Reap, Cambodia which is hidden and unexposed to the world. Freshness and greenery of remote and undisturbed countryside and villages, friendly and smiley people with the sense of welcoming, schools, local orphanages, homes on stills, active Buddhist monasteries along the community, unbeatable sunset at paddy fields.
Cambodian Phare Circus
Phare, Cambodian circus is “Amazing vibe & energy, transforming the lives of Cambodian youth”, More than just a circus, Phare performers use theatre, music, dance and modern circus arts to tell the uniquely Cambodian stories; historical, folk and modern. The young circus artists will astonish you with their energy, emotion, enthusiasm and talent.
Supporting our community by just take part to experience the wonderful circus performing by Cambodian youth. This is a really fascinating activity in Seim Reap, you will never be disappointed with this.
Kulen Elephant Forest
In the foothills of Kulen Mountain, lies the Bos Thom Community Forest, 1100 acres of protected forest inhabited by the former elephants of Angkor. For 22 years, these elephants have given rides to visitors in the temples of the world heritage site. Today, they roam free in their natural habitat and are living testimony of a changing world.
With 75 remaining captive elephants in Cambodia, the protection of this amazing animal is more critical than ever. A visit to the Kulen Elephant Forest will not only help the elephants of Angkor but all elephants in Cambodia through the KEF’s long-term objectives, for we believe in the power of education and tourism as drivers for conservation.
Angkor Zipline
Angkor Zipline is the jungle fun and located inside the UNESCO World Heritage designated Angkor Archaeological Park and the Asia’s original jungle canopy adventure, getting back to the nature has never been so exiting or secure. Explore pristine 1500 years old rainforest from the high in the treetops from Zipline to sky bridges to platform lookouts to abseiling down from tall trees.
You’ll fly like a bird over Angkor’s rainforests in this unbelievable zipline adventure. If you’re looking for a taste of adventure in Siem Reap that will have you soaring and swooping through the treetops, this is the place to go.
Under the guidance of our world-class staff who will accompany you to ensure your absolute safety, you’ll also learn about the amazing wildlife within the park and hear of interesting stories about the location. This adventure is an exciting new take on an eco-tour that will have your adrenaline rushing.
Visit APOPO's Landmine Rats!
Visit APOPO’s Landmine Rats also known as HeroRATs! If you’re looking for cool things to do in Siem Reap, why not stop by the APOPO Visitor Center and take a unique guided tour? Take an hour to visit the APOPO Visitor Center which is conveniently just a quick 10-minute tuk-tuk ride from downtown. Here, you’ll discover how we train African Giant Pouched Rats (they are much cuter than they sound and super smart, too!) to detect landmines and unexploded ordnance in Cambodia and beyond, playing a vital role in clearing these dangers. See our rats in action, learn about Cambodia’s recent history, and even hold a rat yourself!
You can find out all about how we train our amazing HeroRATs to find landmines and you can meet them, too. A visit to the APOPO Visitor Center is considered to be one of the top attractions in Siem Reap and among the best things for children to do in Cambodia. It’s also a great way to complement your visit to the tourist sites of Siem Reap such as Angkor Wat, other ancient temples, and national parks. The Visitor Center, conveniently located on the way back from Angkor Wat, is a perfect stop after a temple morning. Great for families too—kids love meeting the rats!
Cambodia is one of the most land-mine-affected countries in the world, but for over 25 years, APOPO has worked to clear landmines here and across the world. Our work keeps people safe by reclaiming land from the dangers of landmines and returning it to farmers and local communities, allowing them to thrive once again.