Description
Highlights:
- Visit the serene Wat Svay Romiet and interact with local monks.
- Enjoy a boat ride to the unique West Mebon Temple located in the middle of West Baray.
- Relax and savor local cuisine at a hammock restaurant by the lake.
- Seasonal activities: swim in the lake during the rainy season or walk on the dried lake bed in the dry season.
What to Expect:
- Authentic Cultural Experience: Engage with monks and learn about Buddhist practices at Wat Svay Romiet.
- Scenic Boat Ride: Cruise across West Baray to reach the historic West Mebon Temple.
- Local Cuisine: Enjoy a traditional Cambodian meal in a hammock restaurant, offering a unique dining experience.
- Seasonal Activities: Depending on the season, either enjoy swimming with locals or explore the dried-up lake bed.
Tour Itinerary:
- Hotel Pick-Up: Start your journey with a pick-up by a traditional Cambodian tuk-tuk from your hotel. Your guide will provide a warm welcome and ensure a comfortable ride.
- Visit Wat Svay Romiet: Arrive at Wat Svay Romiet, a beautiful and serene temple. Take time to explore the temple grounds, engage with the monks, and learn about the Buddhist religion and their daily practices.
- Boat Ride to West Mebon Temple: Next, board a boat to visit the West Mebon Temple, an ancient temple uniquely situated in the middle of West Baray. Marvel at this remarkable site and soak in the tranquil surroundings of the lake.
- Lunch and Relaxation at Hammock Restaurant: Return by tuk-tuk to one of the charming hammock restaurants on the edge of West Baray. Enjoy a delicious local meal while relaxing in a hammock.
Seasonal Activities:
- Rainy Season: If your visit falls during the rainy season, take a refreshing swim with the locals in the full waters of West Baray.
- Dry Season: During the dry season, the water levels drop significantly, allowing you to walk in the lake. Even in this season, the hammock restaurants offer a peaceful retreat.
- Return to Hotel: After a day filled with cultural exploration and relaxation, your tuk-tuk will drive you back to your hotel.
Tour Includes:
- English-speaking guide
- Transportation by tuk-tuk
- Monk donations
- Snack at hammock restaurant
- Water and cold tissue
Excludes:
Tipping and other personal expenses.
