Preah Rumkel CEBT Site

Website: www.ccben.org/Preah-Rumkel.html
E-mail: info@ccben.org or ponsambo@yahoo.com
Phone: CCBEN: +855 23 217 875
NGO Contact, Pon Sambo: +855 12 425 172

Who they are

Preah Rumkel CEBT site was established in 2007 with the support of an environmental NGO called Mlup Baitong. Preah Rumkel, a small village alongside the Mekong River, has quiet, beautiful places for watching Irrawaddy dolphins. It is on the way to the great Mekong Falls which leave a big impression on every visitor. Preah Rumkel is located in a wetland area and has a lot to offer in terms of wildlife and bird watching. In addition to that, visitors can try the famous sticky rice wine which is only available at Preah Rumkel community.

What they offer

Attractions and Activities
- See Irrawaddy dolphins that live in this part of the Mekong River
- Walking through the forest to the great Mekong Waterfalls
- Take a refreshing swim in the river
- See a diversity of birds and wildlife
- Bicycling around the villages
- Partaking in unique cultural events such as boat racing ceremonies, classical dancing and musical performances or a fishing process with traditional local traps
- Tasting local rice wine produced in the Preah Rumkel community (unique in Cambodia)

Location

Preah Rumkel is located in Thalaborivat district, Stung Treng Province. It is very close to the Lao border. Stung Treng Town can be reached by bus, minibus or taxi from Phnom Penh along National Road Number 6 and 7. It takes about 8 to 10 hours. From Stung Treng Town it takes another hour by speed boat to get to Preah Rumkel.

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What you need

- Hat
- Sun glasses
- Sunscreen
- Light and quick dry clothing
- Insect repellent
- Torch
- Good walking shoes & socks
- Krama / sarong
- Swimming clothes

Accommodation & Amenities

Homestay means you will spend the night with a local family in their house. The houses are prepared for your visit and will be equipped with mosquito nets.
Bathroom facilities consist of either squat or sit down toilet, and water cistern with scoop shower.
There is no electricity in the villages.
Simple, but delicious local cuisine
All prices are in US dollars
- Entrance Fee: Khmer 0.25, foreign adults $2.00 , foreign children $1.00
- Motor boat from Cambodia-Lao border to Preah Rumkel bidirectional: $15.00 (maximum of 5 people)
- Motor Boat from Preah Rumkel to the Mekong waterfall bidirectional: $20.00 (Maximum of 5 people)
- Homestay: Khmer $3.00 per person per night, foreigner $5.00 per person per night.
- Food: Breakfast $1.50 per person; lunch and dinner $2.50 per person
- Guide (English speaking): $10.00 per day