When it comes to Cambodia, almost every traveller will just mention well known tourist attractions of the country like Angkor Wat, The Royal Palace in Phnom Penh or the Silver Pagoda. However, there is a little known about the charming Koh Rong Island with stretching sandy beaches and sapphire blue water islands
If you ever dreamed of a trip to somewhere with blue beach, stretching bridges and little houses perched on the trees, Koh Rong Island of Cambodia is a destination to visit. Located approximately 20 km far from the coastal city of Sihanoukville, Koh Rong used to be called “neglected paradise” and was voted as one of the 45 most attractive destinations all around the world in 2012 by the New York Times. On your way to the island, you will have a great chance to enjoy sea wind and admire the majestic Morakot Bridge. Tours Indochina
Koh Rong Island also attracts travellers with its rich marine ecosystem. On your way to Koh Rong, if you are lucky enough, you can even encounter swimming and jumping dolphins near your boat and many beautiful red fish stars. Your ship will stop for around 30 minutes on a small island for lunch and having fun. Life jackets and snorkel on boat are always ready for those who love snorkeling and enjoying amazing coral reefs and lovely and marine life. Travel to Cambodia
The lives of people in Koh Rong are almost isolated from the outside world with no internet and electricity is just produced by generator at specified time in the day. There is a pristine forest in the middle of Koh Rong Island which is very safe and peaceful. Travellers can join in a trekking tour across the forest for around an hour with really interesting experiences. Go deep into the mysterious forest, you will see small wooden house which people call Huba huba owned by three French guys.
There is one thing you should know is that you can pick any restaurant in the island but most of them serve Western cuisine with the price from 3 to 7 USD and cocktail from 2 to 4 USD
Koh Rong Island of Cambodia is an ideal relaxing place for those who love discovering unspoiled beauty and the mystery of nature. If you have a chance to travel to Cambodia, it is worth to just spend two more days in this island.
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