Some excerpts from the website of Earthwalkers that might be useful
Tickets Transportation. BOAT Including
transfer to the Tonle Sap. Competative prices to destinations such as; Phnom Penh, Bangkok, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh, Pakse (Laos) and Vientiane. Notes about
Safety... In addition to a multitude of exciting
tour opportunities, Siem Reap is also an excellent place to pick up souvenirs, textiles, handicraft and art. Puok Silk
Centre will show you the different steps involved in silk creation, whereas Les Chantiers Ecoles and The Artisan Workshop of Tukvill will guide you through different types of Cambodian arts and crafts. Traditional Khmer Apsara dancing including
buffet dinner at one of Siem Reap's finest establishments. Car with A/C including driver, one day around the Angkor Temples - US$ 20. 'Tuk-tuk', Khmer moto-trailer with driver, one day around the Angkor Temples – from US$ 12. 'Moto' - Motorbike with driver, one day around the Angkor Temples – from US$ 6. Pick-up trucks, 4WDs, vans buses (up to 25 pax) available on request. Certified English, French, German and Thai speaking Angkor guides per day – US$ 20 – US$ 30. Hidden Cambodia Dirt
Bike Tours (HCDBT) we are proud to present a wide range of
tours in order to explore the Hidden Cambodia; Photo: Hans-Ivar Hansen. Discover the 11C temple Baeng Maelea, situated approximately 60 kms outside Siem Reap. Here you will find galleries,
pools, libraries and sanctuaries still covered with enormous fig-tree roots and creepers. Full-day
trip through the Cambodian countryside alongside the sacred Kulen Mountain range by 250 cc dirt-
bike with experienced local guide can be arranged both for groups and individual travellers. Other adventurous motorbike and 4WD
trips to remote temples, such as Bantey Chhmaer, Koh Ker, Preah Khan and Preah Vihear, both one-day and overnight
trips, on request. For a truly breathtaking view of the Angkor Temples, Helicopters Cambodia Ltd. provides aerial sightseeing
tours. The true size and magnificence of this heritage site can now be fully appreciated by taking a scenic helicopter
tour. Prices start from only US$ 75 per person with departure times subject to a minimum number of passengers and prevailing weather conditions. Other charters by request. If you want to have a break from the temples, Siem Reap and its surroundings have more to offer. The Tonle Sap Lake does offer pleasant and refreshing day-
trip opportunities. Floating villages are scattered around the lakeshore and the Tonle Sap has such a rich eco-system that it was declared 'Biosphere Reserve' by UNESCO in 1997. 1 hour by boat from the port of Siem Reap lies Preak Toal bird sanctuary, a vast flooded forest during the wet season. During the dry season, Preak Toal is a hatching place for migrating birds, and birds such as Pelicans, Marabouts and Storks can still be seen here. Explore the floating villages and ecological wonders of Tonle Sap:
Trip to Floating Villages - from only US$ 10 per person. In addition to the legendary Angkor and temples still buried in the jungle, Cambodia has more treasures just awaiting to be discovered - hill tribes settled in remote and yet unexplored areas; unspoiled beaches and islands surrounded by crystal clear waters; friendly and welcoming people The Earthwalkers staff are more than happy to arrange transport and
tour bookings, both for groups and individual travellers, in order to suit your special requirements.
USD 20 with A/C USD 15 with fan. USD 17 with A/C USD 12 with fan. Large and comfortable - perfect for families. USD 30 - 35. All
rooms with
en-suite bathroom and hot water. FREE pick-up from
airport, bus station or ferry terminal. * Please note that from 1st of April 2005, all
room rates are due to 10% VAT. An amazing island of luxury in Cambodia...'. Daivid O'Connor, Corcaigh, Eire. After exploring the temples - just sit back and relax!!! Set in lush countryside surroundings, Earthwalkers provides a relaxed atmosphere, but is still conveniently located just off Road No. 6 with easy access to the magnificent temple sites of Angkor and to Siem Reap International
Airport. See. Earthwalkers is a western managed guesthouse offering 20 comfortable
rooms,
restaurant and
bar. All
rooms are with
en-suite bathroom and hot water. In our
garden you will find authentic Khmer 'krowchos', or bamboo huts, where you can relax and unwind after long exciting days in the temples. From our
bar menu you can choose from a wide range of fruity and refreshing juices, shakes and smoothies, which, aside from being an excellent source of vitamins, are a delicious way to quench your thirst... We are also very proud to present. a grand photo exhibition specially prepared for Earthwalkers by the acclaimed Norwegian photographer Thor Elias Engelstad [
www.engelstadphotography.com. All profits from the photo exhibition will in full go to the Sangkheum
Center for Children, in order to support the children's education. Photo: Knut Inge Bergem. Our friendly and helpful staff are happy to answer any enquiries you might have and offer a wealth of information about local events and attractions. English, German, Spanish, Norwegian, Thai and the local language, Khmer, are spoken. In addition to bus and boat
tickets we arrange
tours in Siem Reap and the surrounding area and we are more than happy to arrange transport and
tour bookings in order to suit your special requirements. Stay Longer - Experience More!!! As many of our guests already have discovered, Siem Reap and the surrounding areas have a lot more to offer than just the Angkor Temples. Visitors extending their stay will have time to visit the local markets, traditional performances, enjoy the serenity of village life, visit the floating villages and maybe even excperience a sunrise at Tonle Sap Lake where the fishing communities already will be busy preparing today’s catch. Bird-watchers, wildlife enthusiasts and others will certainly appreciate the ecological wonders of the Tonle Sap which was declared a ‘Biosphere Reserve’ by UNESCO in 1997. …and if you still haven't had enough of visiting temples, there are numerous temples and pagodas easily accessable from Siem Reap. Earthwalkers is therefore a perfect starting point for a leisurely day
trip or, for the more adventurous, a two- or three day expedtion with an experienced expedition leader.
Safetyis not considered a problem anymore. Due to Cambodias troubled past, numerous outdated books and travelguides - sometimes completely wrong (!!!) – and a somewhat shaky reputation, we often get enquiries wheter it’s
safe to go to Cambodia or not. The Khmer Rouge is gone and mines have been cleared around Siem Reap and the Angkor complex as well as Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville and other tourist areas. The current
security environment has also been relatively stable since the 1998 elections. Compared to other major tourist destinations around the world, Cambodia is currently a relatively
safe travel destination and Siem Reap and the temples of Angkor are probably
safer than most other major tourist destinations in the world. Nevertheless, if you decide to go off the beaten tracks to remote sections of Cambodia and distant, less frequented temple ruins, you need to take extra mine
safety precautions. Stick strictly to paths, seek advice and go with a guide. If in doubt, ask us for advice!!! Traffic accidents are not uncommon in the somewhat chaotic traffic of Cambodia, particularly in Phnom Penh, and car
taxi is the
safest way of moving around. For those of you who choose to rent a motorcycle and drive yourselves, be forewarned about the traffic, and be cautious! Violent criminal activities directed at foreign tourist outside the capital of Phnom Penh is almost unheard of. However, armed robberies in Phnom Penh have happened. The best way to avoid robbery is to take a car
taxi when travelling after dark. Nevertheless, if you are confronted by robbers - do not resist! I repeat, do not resist. Do not resist, give up your money and they will probably leave you as quickly as they showed up. Having said all this, the vast majority of tourists that visit Cambodia will never face any major problems. As in any country accidents do happen, but there is no need to worry uneccesarily. Do not do in Cambodia, what you would not do in your home country, and, as always, use your common sense!!! For
health issues check out this comprehensive webpage: For the latest
safety updates and travel advice, do also consult the Foreign Commonwealth Country Advice: Do not do in Cambodia, what you would not do in your home country, and, as always, use your common sense!!!
Adventure junkies, thrill seekers and nature lovers - look no further... Earthwalkers are proud to offer a wide range of exciting
tour opportunities on motorbikes, literally, off the beaten track. The HCDBT approach to dirt
bike adventures is very
safety-oriented to ensure that our customers have the best experience possible. Each of our
tours are tailored to suit the skill levels of the group. You might, however, wonder which
tour is best suited for your preferences??? Well, it depends on your time available, your skill as a rider and what you want to see... Nevertheless, the experienced HCDBT riders have put together a list of some of our
tours and rated them according to their level of challenge.
TOURS FROM SIEM REAP. LEVEL OF CHALLENGE (1-5 *). Create your own from destinations such as Baeng Melea Temple, Chao Srei Vibol, Phnom Bok, Kuleun Mountain or a spin in the back roads. Sleeping with the KR, Anlong Veng - last stronghold of the Khmer Rouge. Guesthouse in AV or Mountain camp. Trails, Koh Ker Temple Village. Trails, Preah Khan (Bakan) Temple. Double Trail, Koh Ker Preah Khan Temple. Ruined Temples Borders, Bantey Chmar Temple, Samrong town the Osmach Border. Guesthouse or Luxury Hotel, Temple in the Sky, Anlong Veng Preah Vihear Temple. Guesthouse or Mountain Camp. North East
Tour with Anlong Veng, Bantey Chmar Temple, Samrong, Osmach Border Anlong Veng. The Earthwalkers staff are more than happy to arrange longer tailor-made
tours and expeditions, both for groups and individual travellers, in order to suit your special requirements. Please, do not hesitate to contact us for more information!!!