Cambodia · Religious & Spiritual

8-Hour Phnom Kulen National Park Tour from Siem Reap with Waterfall

8 Hours Round trip from Krong Siem Reap Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the sacred peak of Kulen Mountain in Phnom Kulen National Park
02 See several thousand Lingas carved into the riverbed along the holy river
03 Visit the 16th-century reclining Buddha carved from a huge rock
04 Hike to Kulen Waterfall and enjoy scenic mountaintop views
05 Drive through Angkor Archaeological Park and Banteay Srei District

Visit the sacred peak of Kulen Mountain and explore the natural landscapes of Phnom Kulen National Park on this 8-hour tour from Siem Reap. Take in scenic views from the mountaintop, walk along the river to see several thousand Lingas carved into the riverbed, and learn about the story of the Linga-Cult from your expert guide. Continue to the 16th-century reclining Buddha carved from a huge rock, then hike to Kulen Waterfall before returning to Siem Reap in the late afternoon.

Enjoy a walk along the river to see several thousand Lingas carved into the riverbed.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Siem Reap, Phnom Kulen

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Siem Reap to Phnom Kulen Waterfall

Meet your guide at your hotel lobby between 7:30 am and 8:30 am.
Head to Kulen Mountain. The journey takes about 1.5 hours each way.
Along the way, drive through Angkor Archaeological Park and Banteay Srei District. Enjoy a safe ride while taking in the scenic landscape.
Arrive at around 9:30 am and reach the top of the mountain to explore the river.
Take plenty of photographs as your expert guide tells you the story of the Linga-Cult.
Enjoy a walk along the river to see several thousand Lingas carved into the riverbed. The water that flows over them is believed to be sacred. Continue to see the reclining Buddha, carved out of a huge rock in the 16th century.
Walk across the mountaintop to the waterfall.
After having lunch on the mountaintop at your own expense, make your way back to Siem Reap.
Relax in your air-conditioned vehicle while enjoying the wayside views.
Reach Siem Reap in the late afternoon.