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Private One Day Trekking in the forest on Kulen mountain
Product code 86694P14
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From USD 263
Dates
Jul 31, 2026 to Jul 28, 2027
Start times
8:30 AM, 8:00 AM
Travelers
Traveler ages 0-120
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Mahendrapura at Kulen Mountain, The First Capital city of Angkorian Era
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Duration
6 hours to 8 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Phnom Penh
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From
From USD 263
Private One Day Trekking in the forest on Kulen mountain





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Duration
6 hours to 8 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Phnom Penh
Why Travelers Love This
Phnom Kulen is considered a holy mountain in Cambodia, of special religious significance to Hindus and Buddhists who come to the mountain in pilgrimage. It also has a major symbolic importance for Cambodians as the birthplace of the ancient Khmer Empire, for it was at Phnom Kulen that King Jayavarma II proclaimed independence from Java in 804 CE. Jayavarman II initiated the cult of the king, a linga cult, in what is dated as 804 CE and declaring his independence from Java. During the Angkorian era the relief was known as Mahendraparvata (the mountain of Great Indra). • Remarks: Basic level of fitness required for 8Km trekking, changing clothes for swimming. • Sites you will visit: Waterfall, Reclining Buddha, Bat Cave, Elephant Pond, Thousand lingas, • Highlights: Cradle of Khmer Civilisation, Waterfall, Hindu river carvings, Thousand of Linga, architecture, history.
Overview
Phnom Kulen is considered a holy mountain in Cambodia, of special religious significance to Hindus and Buddhists who come to the mountain in pilgrimage. It also has a major symbolic importance for Cambodians as the birthplace of the ancient Khmer Empire, for it was at Phnom Kulen that King Jayavarma II proclaimed independence from Java in 804 CE. Jayavarman II initiated the cult of the king, a linga cult, in what is dated as 804 CE and declaring his independence from Java. During the Angkorian era the relief was known as Mahendraparvata (the mountain of Great Indra). • Remarks: Basic level of fitness required for 8Km trekking, changing clothes for swimming. • Sites you will visit: Waterfall, Reclining Buddha, Bat Cave, Elephant Pond, Thousand lingas, • Highlights: Cradle of Khmer Civilisation, Waterfall, Hindu river carvings, Thousand of Linga, architecture, history.
What's Included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Professional guide
Bottled water
Travel Insurance
Not included
Food and drinks
Kulen mountain
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
2 hoursAdmission not included
Stop 1
Pick up you at your hotel and transfer to Kulen mountain which is not just home to temples but also various ancient relics such as sculptures on the stone walls of the mountain and statues, including the Linga of Siva God. These unique features demonstrate the creativity and religious beliefs of the Khmer ancestors and are an essential part of Cambodia's cultural heritage. We will start exploring the thousand of Shavalinga and then, go to visit Waterfall. This is a big waterfall in Siem Reap. It is a great relax after trekking for 3 hours. Swimming is accessible.
Stop 2
1 hourAdmission not included
Stop 2
Then, go to Reclining Buddha Statue, the attractive and holly thing on Kulen mountain is an 8 meter tall statue of the reclining Buddha reaching nirvana. The statue is carved into a huge sandstone boulder. It becomes the popular place for worship.
Stop 3
1 hourAdmission not included
Stop 3
The Phnom Kulen means "mountain of the lychees". There is a sacred hilltop site on top of the range. Phnom Kulen is considered a holy mountain in Cambodia, of special religious significance to Hindus and Buddhists who come to the mountain in pilgrimage. It also has a major symbolic importance for Cambodians as the birthplace of the ancient Khmer Empire, for it was at Phnom Kulen that King Jayavarma II proclaimed independence from Java in 804 CE.
Stop 4
2 hoursAdmission included
Stop 4
We start hiking to Srah Damrei to explore the giant statue of Lions, Frogs and Buffalo. This adventure might get you effect on heat along the walking roads but this is an unique experience of advoiding the crowd. It takes 1 hrs walk.
Additional Info
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Other
Dress code is formal
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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