Koh Rong ———————————————————————— Visitors guide

Welcome to Koh Rong

The tropical paradise of Koh Rong, situated two hours from

Sihanoukville, provides the perfect island escape.

Whether you spend the days lazing on the white sandy

beaches, volunteering at the English school or discovering

Cambodia’s tropical array of marine life, you’ll have an

unforgettable time.

Do’s and don’t

Do respect the local culture - avoid wandering round the village in bikinis.

They are fine for the long white sandy stretches of beaches in front of the

bungalow resorts and bars but not left of the Koh Rong Dive Center pier.

Do not add to the litter - refill water bottles where possible.

Do use water sparingly - this is a tropical island, which has very low

rainfall and we are reliant on the natural resources all year round.

Do not use flash photograph around the water buffalos.

Do support the local community - buy from the local shop,

try the noodle soup and take locally organized boat tours.

Do take care of your belongings - please keep valuables locked away.

Do support the Cambodian Conservation Centre - see page 5 for the ways

you can help.

Ferry information

The ferry to Sihanoukville

leaves at 10am and 4pm.

There is no need to book in

advance. Please wait at the

Koh Rong Dive Centre

benches 15 minutes prior to

departure. If you have any

queries, please ask at Coco’s

Treehouse

To Sihanoukville

Backpackers and the Dive Shop

Koh Rong Dive Center

Cambodian Conservation Centre

Paradise

Monkey Island

Rising Sun

Bamboo

Mango

Coco’s

Local shop

Noodle shop

Ty Ty Guesthouse

Island boys

Diving and snorkeling - The Cambodian Diving Group

offer PADI courses for complete beginners through to

professional divemasters. So why not book your next

adventure today: info@cambodiandiving.com

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Boat tours - Want to explore the rest of Koh Rong or some

of the nearby islands? If so, hire a longtail boat and a guide

from the local shop or visit Island Boys, they organise local

boat tours and ensure the community receive the proceeds.

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Sunset trips - They also do sunset tours across to long

beach. Why not make an evening of it and have a meal

and a few drinks at one of the local restaurants.

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Kayaking - Fancy something a little more energetic, why not

explore Koh Rong by kayak. Both single and double seated

kayaks are available to hire from the Rising Sun - choose

from half or a full day.

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Jungle trekking - take the relatively simple 45 min/1hour

trek to the 7km beach. The route is marked along the way

with red paint. Wear sturdy shoes & take plenty of water.

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Volleyball - A fun way to spend an afternoon at Monkey

Island. There’s always plenty of people willing to get involved.

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Massage - Fancy trying a local Khmer massage? They are

now available upstairs in Coco’s. Enjoy an hour of complete

relaxation while watching the calm waters lap at the shore.

Volunteer at the local English school - They hold regular

drop in session for travellers who want to help. If you’ve

got an hour to spare why not spend it reading to a child.

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Help clean the reef - Booked a fun dive? Why not turn it into

a reef clean up. Simply ask your local dive centre for a mesh

bag before you go out.

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Participate in beach clean-ups - The Conservation Centre

run regular clean-ups. If you want to take part simply pop

down to the Centre and add your name to the next one.

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Provide supplies - Almost all unwanted items in your backpack

can go to good use. Simply drop donations at the Cambodian

Conservation Centre.

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Donate - If your running short on time and want to give

something back to the local community, why not donate to

the Conservation Centre. $5 can buy a child’s school books

for the year.

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Are you a qualified Doctor or Nurse? If so, we would love

your help. Please let the crew know where you are staying and

if you’re happy to be on call.

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Spread the word - Even if you do not have the time or

money to donate, you can still help by telling fellow

travellers about the Cambodian Conservation Centre:

www.facebook.com/cambodianconservation

Useful information and contacts

Ferry back

Departs at 10am

and 4pm

First Aid Dive Center or Cambodian Conservation Centre

Volunteering

Cambodian

Conservation

Centre

Bus Tickets Rising Sun Guesthouse book and sell tickets

Snorkeling trips

Koh Rong

Dive Center

Boat hire The local shop marked on the map

7km beach trek

Head under blue

people party sign

and follow red

marks on trees

Kayak hire

Rising Sun

Guesthouse

Fire shows &

volleyball at

Monkey Island

Thank you = Ah kown Please = Soum

PS Don’t forget suncream /repellant. Available at Rising

sun and the local shop

Water refills

Are available at

most restaurants

and bars