Siem Reap: Bird Sanctuary & Floating Village with Osmose NGO

New9 hFree cancellationBy Osmose Ecotours

About this activity

Escape the crowds of Siem Reap and discover Prek Toal, one of Southeast Asia’s most important waterbird sanctuaries and a unique floating community on Tonlé Sap Lake.

Travel through the Cambodian countryside to Mechrey Pier, then cruise to Prek Toal Floating Village while enjoying coffee, tea, and fresh fruit on board. Accompanied by a certified Osmose guide, explore the Ramsar-listed bird sanctuary by boat, spotting rare waterbirds from dedicated viewing platforms and learning about local conservation efforts. Binoculars are provided.

Enjoy a community-prepared lunch at a floating restaurant before visiting environmental education projects and a water hyacinth handicraft workshop, where you'll create your own handmade souvenir.

End your day with a traditional Khmer paddle boat ride through floating gardens and farms, gaining a unique insight into life on the lake before returning to Siem Reap.

What's included

✓Boat transport on Tonle Sap Lake, Mechrey Pier to Prek Toal and return
✓Bottled water
✓Direct contribution to Osmose's environmental education program
✓Transport from/to Siem Reap pickup point from/to Mechrey Pier
✓Lunch in the village (cooked by the community cooking group)
✓Local paddle-boat village tour
✓Water-hyacinth weaving class
✓Entrance and boat fee to visit the bird sanctuary. Binoculars and bird identification guide. Coffee, tea and fruits during the visit of the bird sanctuary.
✓Certified Osmose guide (English or French)
✓1 drink (beer or Coca-Cola)

Not included

✕Breakfast
✕Travel insurance
✕Personal expenses and gratuities

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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