Eastern Cambodia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Almost all who visit Cambodia head to Siem Reap and for good reason. However, if you are heading east to Phnom Penh leave some time in your schedule for Kratie. On the bank of the Mekong this little town is pretty special. It's a great place to try to spot the famous Mekong River Dolphin. More details: http://turtlestravel.com/dont-skip-kratie-cambodia/
Almost all who visit Cambodia head to Siem Reap and for good reason. However, if you are heading east to Phnom Penh leave some time in your schedule for Kratie. On the bank of the Mekong this little town is pretty special. It's a great place to try to spot the famous Mekong River Dolphin. More details: http://turtlestravel.com/dont-skip-kratie-cambodia/
The Leaf Foundation is one of the NGOs in the area which is set out to help elephants and the forrest. Elephants which have been used in tourism or on farms before can have a good life here. Right now they have five elephants. Those are "rented" which means the local families still own them. They get money from the LEAF Foundation for health care and basic needs. As a tourist you can book different tours there and see/touch these great elephants. With booking a tour you support the local community as well.
Two day adventure in the jungle.
In Cambodia's wild northwest, you'll get a chance to visit sanctuary elephants and contribute to their care. Just be careful to choose an animal-friendly sanctuary – after much research we recommend the Elephant Valley Project.
River Dolphin Hotel

River Dolphin Hotel

3 out of 5
Sangkat Orrussey, Kratie Kratie
Stay at this hotel in Kratie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tranong Chhnang Dam and Ministry of Culture and Fine ...
8/10 Very Good! (104 reviews)
The hotel was a good deal for the money, but not near downtown. There was AC, but it wasnt able to cool the room below 80 degrees F. Food was good at a fair price. Good budget option.

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2025

Get rates
River Dolphin Hotel
Le Relais de Chhlong

Le Relais de Chhlong

3.5 out of 5
Road 308 Chhlong Kratie
The price is ₹7,001 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
₹7,001
₹7,891 total
31 Jan - 1 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chhlong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge).
9.4/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
My wife and I have stayed here many times. The property is always impeccably maintained. The staff is very friendly and professional. All of our needs are met all the time. A special thank you to Visna. The breakfast is great and the evening menu is delicious as well. We highly recommend Le ...

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

Le Relais de Chhlong
Rajabori Villas

Rajabori Villas

3 out of 5
Road Mekong River, Phum Kbal Koh Kratie
The price is ₹6,408 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
₹6,408
₹8,040 total
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kratie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts and Tranong Chhnang Dam ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (24 reviews)
The situation of the hotel is beautiful and pool is wonderful. Very in keeping with local architecture traditions. Menu was limited; some items not available. The ferry runs but by a schedule of its own and can be time consuming waiting to cross.

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Rajabori Villas
See all 33 properties in Eastern Cambodia
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
RAtanakiri PAradise Resort

RAtanakiri PAradise Resort

3 out of 5
Cambodia Ban Lung Ratanakiri Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Ban Lung. Enjoy free breakfast, free valet parking and a garden. Popular attractions Boeng Yeak Lom and Yeak Laom Lake are located ...
RAtanakiri PAradise Resort
See all properties in Eastern Cambodia
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Mondulkiri Project

See the exotic and native animals who call Mondulkiri Project home during your trip to Sen Monorom. Wander the forests or discover the area's waterfalls.

Mondulkiri Project

Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts in Kratie. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts

Virachey National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Virachey National Park, a lovely green space in Ta Veaeng.

Virachey National Park

Leur Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Leur Lake during your travels in Sen Monorom. Wander the forests or discover the area's waterfalls.

Leur Lake

Wat Roka Kandal

Wat Roka Kandal is just one of the places to see in Kratie, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Wat Roka Kandal

Yeak Laom Lake

Explore the great outdoors at Yeak Laom Lake, a lovely green space in Ban Lung. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's waterfalls.

Yeak Laom Lake

Cities near Eastern Cambodia

4000 Islands, in the south of Laos is a stunning place! Here Mekong River starts to enlarge itself and creates thousands of little and larger islands, this is the reason of the name. The real slow passing of time and beautiful scenarios as rushing rivers, many waterfalls, heart melting countryside views, will take you in a new dimension of life! Rent a bike and just go without a destinations simply filling your eyes and your soul with the beauty you'll find!

Don Khon

Cambodia which includes a temple or place of worship

Santuk