r/CambodiaTravel

Hello everyone,

I'm gonna be visiting Cambodia as part of a bigger Asia trip in 2027 and would like your thoughts on my itinerary as well as your help answering some questions.

I will be arriving in Siem Reap on 23/01 and departing from Phnom Penh on 07/02. The plan is pretty simple:

• Siem Reap from 23/01 to 30/01 - 7 nights in total
• Battambang from 30/01 to 02/02 - 3 nights in total
• Phnom Penh from 02/02 to 07/02 - 5 nights in total

My goal is to take it slower since this will be part of a longer journey and I want to decrease the amount of transportation I have to go through. I also generally prefer to go deeper in each place instead of just rushing from one location to the next. I'm also not really a beach guy so that's why I decided to not include Koh Rong. I'll be heading to HCMC next so I really wanted to end the Cambodia trip in Phnom Penh for ease of travel to Vietnam.

Initially I booked this for January/February because I was under the impression that the weather would be optimal with lower temperatures and clearer skies. However I wasn't aware of the burning season that occurs a through SEA during this time. Will the air quality be so bad that it stops me from enjoying my trip? I will obviously be bringing with me masks, but now I'm second guessing whether I should have booked this trip for November instead.

Finally, are there any places you'd recommend visiting between Battambang and Phnom Penh?

Any advice or recommendations would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance!

Hey everyone,

I have a trip coming up in 4 days and I'm hoping to get some real-time info from anyone who has recently flown into the new Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI).

I'm planning to bring a small consumer drone with me for recreational use. Because my trip is so soon, I absolutely do not have enough time to go through the official SSCA / Ministry of Defence permit application process.

I have zero intention of flying it anywhere near Siem Reap, downtown, or the Angkor temples (I know the rules and bans around the archaeological park are incredibly strict). My actual plan is to keep it packed away until I head down south to fly it strictly over the islands (Koh Rong / Koh Rong Sanloem).

For anyone who has landed at SAI recently with a drone in their luggage:

Did airport customs or security flag/X-ray your bag because of the drone?

If you didn't have a permit, did they confiscate it to hold until your departure, or did they let you through since it's for personal use on the islands?

Any tips on how to handle airport security if they do notice it?

Really appreciate any recent experiences or insight you guys can share! Thanks in advance.

Hi everyone!
I’ll be visiting Phnom Penh in late November, mainly for work, but I should have a day or two free to explore the city. It’ll be my first time in Cambodia, so I thought I’d ask here for some advices and recommendations!

I’m also a photographer and will be bringing my camera along with a couple of lenses. I’d love to know if there are any interesting areas, streets, markets, or hidden gems worth exploring for photography. I’m particularly interested in street photography, architecture, and everyday local life, but I’m open to anything!

I also have a few other questions:
Food: Any must-try local dishes, restaurants, street food spots, or cafés you’d recommend? I’d love to try some authentic Cambodian food.
Things to see/do: Since I’ll only have a day or two, what would you say is really worth visiting? I’m happy to explore on foot and discover less touristy areas too.
Tailoring: I’ve heard that in some places in China you can get a custom-made suit within 24 hours. Is there anything similar in Phnom Penh? Any recommendations for a good tailor who could make a suit in a day or two?

Payments: How cash-based is Phnom Penh? Are cards and contactless payments widely accepted, or should I plan to carry cash most of the time? And is it better to carry USD or Cambodian riel?

Airport transfer: I’ll be arriving at Techo International Airport (KTI). What’s the easiest and most reliable way to get into the city? Is there a local equivalent of Uber, or would you recommend taking an official airport taxi?

Safety: Anything I should be aware of as a first-time visitor? Especially when walking around with a camera. Any areas to avoid or general precautions you’d recommend?

I’m not looking to cram too much into those couple of days, just hoping to get a good feel for the city, take some nice photos, eat good food, and enjoy my time there.

Would really appreciate any tips, especially from locals or people who’ve visited recently!
Thanks in advance! :)

We are trying to arrange a private ride for a couple from Siem Reap to Bangkok which appears to be about 6-7 hours by car. We just reserved on Booking but it was immediately cancelled. Does anyone know a good platform or contact to arrange this ride?

Hi everyone, I'm really looking forward to my trip in November. I am wondering if there are official websites/contacts to reach out to to organise a day trip from PP to SR with designated stops and a meal included.

It is just for the two of us.

Do let me know if this is a service that's available! Ta