Top Siem Reap Water Tours

Many tourists struggle to visit this iconic fishing township - built on stilts above a seasonal body of water, it’s not the easiest place to get to.  This tour heads inside the floating village; feel the connection between village culture, maritime wildlife and the surrounding mangrove forests. Take this trip to see a unique way of living.

The Tonle Sap is home to the floating village Kampong Phluk and is one of the most famous Siem Reap day trips. This small-group tour provides an intimate view into the locals’ lives, where you’ll get opportunities to meet and converse with villagers and learn about the sustainable village. Learn how the village changes during dry and wet seasons, with locals traveling to work and school by boat when water levels rise.

Experience a powerful and eye-opening journey into one of Cambodia’s most unique communities with this private boat tour to the floating villages and mangrove forests of Tonle Sap Lake. Witness daily life on the water, explore the natural beauty of the lake, and learn about the resilience of the people who have lived here for generations. ✅ Floating Village Discovery: Cruise through a village built entirely on water. See floating homes, schools, markets, and learn how families have adapted to life on the lake for generations. ✅ Mangrove Forest Exploration: Depending on water levels, explore the surrounding mangrove forests by traditional paddle boat, offering peaceful views and wildlife spotting. ✅ Historical & Cultural Insight: Learn about the Khmer civilization, post-Khmer Rouge history, and the challenges faced by the communities on Tonle Sap from your professional English-speaking guide. ✅ All Fees Included: Boat trip, entrance fees, and guide services are all covered.

Make your visit to one of Cambodia’s famous floating villages from Siem Reap as seamless as possible on a private tour. Relax or sightsee on the drive over to Kampong Khleang and Tonle Sap. Connect with local culture as you learn about Cambodian history from your guide. The tour can also be tailored to your interests.

Cruise Tonle Sap Lake to Kompong Phluk on a half-day tour from Siem Reap, and explore the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. See communities that thrive at the edge of the water, pass floating schools and markets, and visit a local home to get a glimpse of daily life and culture. This half-day Kompong Phluk tour includes all activities, as well as pickup and drop-off at Siem Reap hotels, and both morning and afternoon departures are available.

Discover Koh Tao, a secluded paradise island in the Gulf of Thailand. Explore the undersea world with the aquatic life and ascend to a picturesque vantage point to see Koh Nang Yuan's magnificent beaches. We will take you to Koh Nang Yuan with its pristine white sand beaches. and clear water where you can snorkel. Additionally, you can go up and take photos at the famous viewpoint of Koh Nang Yuan that you can't miss when you get here. Continue to Koh Tao for lunch. After that. go snorkeling and take in the breathtaking underwater scenery of Koh Tao. Our uniqueness is that our tours are limited to 16 seats only. Delivering a class experience VIP throughout the trip

Embark on a private journey that blends the natural wonders of Tonle Sap Lake with the vibrant heartbeat of Siem Reap city life. - Floating Village Adventure: Discover the unique way of life at a floating village on the mighty Tonle Sap Lake. Cruise through a community where homes, schools, and shops float gently on water. Learn about the local fishing culture and how people adapt to the rhythm of the rising and falling lake. - Bustling Alleyways & Traditional Markets: Wander the hidden alleyways of Siem Reap’s local markets a sensory experience filled with the sights, sounds, and scents of authentic Cambodian life. Perfect for street photography and spontaneous discoveries. - Tuk-Tuk Travel – Local Style: Hop aboard a tuk-tuk and cruise through the streets of Siem Reap like a local. It’s more than just transportation, it’s part of the adventure!

Immerse yourself in ancient history and Cambodian culture on a private, 3-day tour of Angkor Archeological Park and Tonle Sap Lake. With two full days to explore the Angkor temples, you can see top destinations, then leave crowds behind at exquisite temples set outside the main site. After your time in Angkor, cruise Tonle Sap Lake to spot remarkable birds and see a traditional fishing village on stilts.

Enjoy a morning of exploration and adventure, watching the sunrise and learning the secrets of Cambodia’s mystical Angkor Wat. Explore the interior of Angkor Wat temple, exploring the upper terraces and central chambers, all with an informative local guide. Board the traditional Khmer boat and sip glass after glass of champagne. Then, visit Angkor Thom city, Bayon Temple, and Ta Prohm Temple, for a well-rounded start to your day.

Discover a Soulful Connection with Elephants and embark on an unforgettable journey with the majestic elephants of Cambodia. This thoughtfully curated half-day experience promises joy, learning, and a closer bond with these gentle giants while supporting conservation efforts.

Immerse yourself in the ancient and modern majesty of Cambodia on this four-day culture trip of a lifetime. With hotels and flights included, guests travel in comfort from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh with informative, English-speaking guides. Including Angkor Wat, Mekong River-cruising, and visit to the Killing Fields of the Khmer Rouge, this small group tour showcases the multifaceted cultural, historical, political and spiritual stories of Cambodia.

Discover the authentic charm of Kompong Phluk Village and the vast Tonle Sap Lake on this guided tour. Explore the stilted houses, a lively local market, and learn about the importance of Southeast Asia's largest lake to the community. Enjoy a personal, comfortable experience with air-conditioned transport, an English-speaking guide, and convenient hotel pickup.

Finding an evening activity in Siem Reap that feels meaningful—rather than just another tourist show—can be difficult, especially if you want something that reflects real Cambodian culture. A Phare Circus performance solves that problem by offering an authentic, high-quality experience created and performed by local artists, while also supporting a nonprofit organization that helps vulnerable communities. Relax and enjoy a moving, visually striking performance that combines storytelling, music, and circus arts into one unforgettable night.

Visit a floating village at the edge of Tonle Sap Lake on a tour from Siem Reap, and explore a landscape of rice paddies, mangrove forests, and aquaculture. You’ll travel across the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia, where homes are built on slender stilts at the edge of the water, then see the floating village with an experienced guide. This Tonle Sap Lake tour includes round-trip transport in a climate-controlled vehicle, the boat cruise, and all entrance fees.

Experience the magic of Tonle Sap Lake at twilight on this romantic 4-hour dinner cruise from Siem Reap, including hotel pick-up. First, enjoy a small boat cruise around the floating village, lotus fields and crocodile farms of Chong Khneas. Then, board the Taras floating restaurant for a delicious buffet dinner and enjoy unlimited cocktails as you watch the sunset over the lake.

Embark on an highlights of Kampong Phluk as you discover stilted house, mangrove forest, kampong visit, local markets, fishery, sunset perspectives and more. This exciting tour with an inclusive pickup transfer from your hotel. Enjoy a quiet 40-minute drive through the countryside, passing rice fields before arrive to the local market. Your guide will provide an explanation and history during the journey. Next, Explore the floating village by boarding a motorised boat through the lake. Indulge the distinctive daily routine of life on the water. Optionally, from October to January, embark on a rowing canoe through the mangrove forest. The canoe makes a halt at a diminutive floating café, which is an ideal location to observe the sun's descent as warm hues overtaken the skies, if weather permitted. Afterward, if it's a dry season we will visit a Kampong and experience their life a bit, hear the stories from the guide before return back to the town.

Escape the tourists crowds of Siem Reap on a tour that reveals a lesser-known part of Cambodia: Kampong Phluk fishing village. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure time, and set off to discover a side of Siem Reap that few tourists see. A guide provides insight into local culture as you get the best views of floating communities from the water. Plus, exploring by wooden row boat means your ecological impact is lower than on conventional tours. - Get off the beaten path on a day trip to Kampong Phluk fishing village from Siem Reap - Benefit from the insider knowledge of a Khmer guide - Discover the floating communities of Kampong Phluk from the water - Hotel pickup and drop-off by private vehicle are included

The UNESCO-listed Angkor Wat is the star attraction of Cambodia and the magnificent temple complex is even more atmospheric at sunrise. This full-day small-group tour from Siem Reap makes an early start to avoid the crowds and visits highlights including Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm, and Bayon temple (entrance fees at your expense). Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Discover Siem Reap's secrets by remork (Cambodian tuk tuk)/ car and van base on people support this package, on a half-day and we don’t need professional tour guide for this adventure. Take a boat trip on the Tonle Sap lake through floating and stilted villages. See seasonal agricultural activities of rice planting and harvesting, making fish paste, duck farming and cricket catching! Explore a local village, where you will sample Cambodian snacks and visit a Buddhist monastery. We recommend you to visit during the high water season only between July to March !

Whole communities thrive at the edges of Tonlé Sap, South-East Asia's largest freshwater lake. Expect to learn how Khmer people have begun to live in houses built on stilts and hear how the locals live and interact within this unique ecosystem during this half-day tour. Your professional guide is the key to understanding Kompong Phluk and reveals highlights of the floating villages that are difficult to access on your own.

This full-day tour delivers a deeper and more immersive Tonle Sap experience, well beyond typical sightseeing. Enjoy a stop to taste krolan, traditional Cambodian sticky rice cooked in bamboo along the way. Visit Kampong Khleang, the largest and most authentic floating village outside Siem Reap. Far from the crowds, it offers a genuine look at the local life, with towering stilt houses, active fish markets, and communities shaped by Tonle Sap’s seasonal waters. Relax and enjoy the countryside lunch featuring authentic Khmer foods. - Perfect for solo travelers or families who prefer a flexible, unhurried pace - Travel comfortably with a safe, professional driver for peace of mind throughout the day - Enjoy a scenic countryside drive enriched with cultural insights from a knowledgeable local guide - Including boat ticket, so travelers do not have to wait to buy tickets upon arrival at Kampong Khleang

This tour offers a deeper, more authentic look at life on Tonle Sap Lake by combining cultural storytelling with immersive boat experiences. Unlike standard floating village visits, this experience includes both a motorized village cruise and a peaceful local canoe boat ride through the calm mangrove forest, guided by locals who live in the community. The relaxed pace, local perspective, and focus on everyday life make this journey more meaningful and memorable than typical sightseeing tours. - Ideal for solo travelers or families who prefer to explore at their own pace with full flexibility - Travel comfortably with a safe, professional driver, ensuring peace of mind throughout the tour - Discover Kampong Phluk, a traditional floating village where daily life unfolds above the water - Enjoy a scenic countryside drive enriched with cultural insights from a knowledgeable local guide - Experience an authentic side of Tonle Sap Lake in a calm, less crowded environment

Delve into Cambodia’s rich history with a half-day journey exploring the ancient temples of the Roluos Group, including the impressive Bakong and Preah Ko temples. Enjoy a scenic drive to the floating village of Kampong Phluk on Tonle Sap Lake, where you’ll cruise through stilted homes and experience local culture. Savor traditional Khmer dishes during a lunch break, and, depending on the season, paddle through tranquil mangrove forests to witness unique wildlife. This private tour offers flexibility, cultural insights, and exclusive access to hidden gems. - Explore the historic Roluos Group temples: Bakong, Preah Ko, and Lolei - Cruise through the floating village of Kampong Phluk on a wooden boat - Enjoy a traditional Khmer lunch at a local restaurant - Private tour with an English-speaking driver for personalized insights