Discover one of Southeast Asia’s most important wildlife habitats on our Prek Toal Tonle Sap Biosphere Reserve Tour. Cruise across Tonle Sap Lake, explore the famous bird sanctuary, visit Chong Khneas Floating Village, and observe rare waterbirds in their natural environment with an experienced local guide.
Tour Overview
Your adventure begins with hotel pickup in Siem Reap at 6:00 AM. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan to the Chong Khneas boat port, where your boat and guide will be waiting.
Board your boat and begin an unforgettable journey across the magnificent Tonle Sap Lake, Cambodia’s largest freshwater lake and one of the country’s most important natural ecosystems.
Visit Chong Khneas Floating Village
Before crossing the lake, explore Chong Khneas Floating Village, where local families have lived on the water for generations.
Cruise past floating homes, schools, churches, markets, and fishing boats while learning how communities adapt to the changing water levels throughout the year.
You’ll also visit the floating crocodile and fish farm. Learn about the traditional fishing industry or browse the souvenir shop and enjoy panoramic views from the observation deck.
Cruise Across Tonle Sap Lake
Continue your scenic boat journey across Tonle Sap Lake toward the Prek Toal Biosphere Reserve.
Your entrance fee and biosphere boat permit are included in the tour price. Your experienced guide will accompany you throughout the journey, sharing fascinating information about the lake’s ecology, wildlife, and conservation efforts.
Explore the Prek Toal Biosphere Reserve
The Prek Toal Biosphere Reserve is internationally recognized as one of the most important breeding grounds for endangered waterbirds in Southeast Asia.
During the tour, you may observe remarkable bird species including:
- Painted Stork
- Spot-billed Pelican
- Milky Stork
- Grey-headed Fish Eagle
- Oriental Darter
- Asian Openbill Stork
- Great Egret
- Little Cormorant
This protected wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers, wildlife photographers, and nature enthusiasts.
Best Time to Visit
The best season to visit Prek Toal Tonle Sap Biosphere Reserve is from September to February, when thousands of migratory birds gather to breed and feed.
During the dry season, water levels gradually decrease, making many bird colonies easier to observe while offering excellent photography opportunities.
Lunch on Tonle Sap Lake
After exploring the biosphere reserve, return to a floating restaurant in the heart of Tonle Sap Lake.
Relax while enjoying a delicious Cambodian lunch with two complimentary cold drinks before beginning the return journey.
Return to Siem Reap
At approximately 2:15 PM, your boat returns to Chong Khneas.
Your air-conditioned vehicle will then transfer you comfortably back to your hotel in Siem Reap, arriving at approximately 3:00 PM.
