
Family Classic Cambodia
A two-week journey through Cambodia with temples, kayaking, cycle rides and beach time.
Nestled in Botum Sakor National Park, the largest in Cambodia, the Cardamom Tented Camp aims to minimise the human footprint on the surrounding environment and promote sustainable tourism. Cruise along the river about 45 minutes into the jungle where you’ll reach the camp and its safari-style glamping tents set in a serene, peaceful environment with just the sounds of nature around you. Run by the Wildlife Alliance, a percentage of the camp’s revenues funds forest rangers who protect the forest from poachers and loggers. The camp also invests in the local community. Their tagline ‘Your stay keeps the forest standing’ really rings true.
The camp's aims are to educate travellers and conserve the surrounding precious environment and its wildlife. The main activity for visitors is an early morning excursion, beginning with a kayak down the river, hopefully spotting some wildlife waking up along the way. Meet the rangers and hear firsthand about the work they do. They will then, along with your guide, take you on a hike through the thick jungle back to camp, pointing out insects, plants and trees (maybe even a snake or spider!) as you go. You can spend your afternoon relaxing on your verandah with a book, kayaking or trekking some more or even swimming in the river. You really can just switch off here - especially because there is no wifi available! As for food, it is all included with a set menu for each meal. You will be treated to several local dishes for both lunch and dinner as well as some delicious desserts!
With 9 safari-style tents spread out across the property, you’ll have a sense of tranquility and privacy. There are twin or double rooms available and while no tents connect, there are two with a shared balcony which is ideal for families. Unzip the doorway and you’ll find the space inside is luxuriously comfortable. There is no air conditioning, but it is really not needed as the breeze blows through the tent and there's a fan on hand as well.
In our opinion, Cardamom is a great place to immerse yourself in nature in a luxurious way, while gaining an insight into the issues that affect the National Park and supporting efforts to protect it. There isn’t a whole lot to do here though, so we feel two nights is the perfect amount of time to enjoy both the activities and some relaxation.
Eco/Adventure - This category covers gorgeous lodges in the jungle, comfortable safari camps and dreamy, but simple, beach cabanas. These places defy conventional categorisation: what is communing with nature to one person may be terrifying bugs to another! Many of these places are very comfortable and the service generally of a very high level - but please read the website review carefully and/or talk to us and be sure to have understood what you are letting yourselves in for!
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