{"id":3405,"date":"2018-03-14T10:11:52","date_gmt":"2018-03-14T10:11:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxurytravelvietnam.com\/blog\/?p=3405"},"modified":"2026-03-23T03:18:45","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T03:18:45","slug":"which-island-in-cambodia-best-suits-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/which-island-in-cambodia-best-suits-you.html","title":{"rendered":"Which Island in Cambodia Best Suits You?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Wondering where to have a beach break in Cambodia? While you may have already heard a lot about <a href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/destinations\/thailand\">Thailand<\/a> beaches and islands, <a href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/destinations\/cambodia\">Cambodia<\/a> ones are a little less-known and still, not less beautiful. Cambodia has dozens of stunning islands, all in the Gulf of Thailand off the coast of the Southern part of Cambodia.\u00a0They might take a bit more of an effort to reach but the reward is pristine and less crowded beaches.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Ready to make that leap but not quite sure about what you can expect from Cambodia beaches? Let us guide you through which island best suits you according to what you are looking for and which kind of travelers you are.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/which-island-in-cambodia-best-suits-you.html\/#A_Relaxing_Getaway_Koh_Rong_Samloem\" >A Relaxing Getaway: Koh Rong Samloem<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/which-island-in-cambodia-best-suits-you.html\/#A_Luxurious_Escape_Song_Saa\" >A Luxurious Escape: Song Saa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/which-island-in-cambodia-best-suits-you.html\/#For_Animal_Lovers_Koh_Thmei\" >For Animal Lovers: Koh Thmei<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/which-island-in-cambodia-best-suits-you.html\/#For_Diving_Enthusiasts_Koh_Tang\" >For Diving Enthusiasts: Koh Tang<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/which-island-in-cambodia-best-suits-you.html\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Relaxing_Getaway_Koh_Rong_Samloem\"><\/span>A Relaxing Getaway: Koh Rong Samloem<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/28946840_10155444312345677_1370614625_o-2.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3409 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/28946840_10155444312345677_1370614625_o-2.jpg\" alt=\"Which Island in Cambodia Best Suits You\" width=\"616\" height=\"411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/28946840_10155444312345677_1370614625_o-2.jpg 616w, https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/28946840_10155444312345677_1370614625_o-2-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 616px) 100vw, 616px\" \/><\/a>Most travelers and especially backpackers know about Sihanoukville town, south of Cambodia and port from where you can access to other islands. While there exist two islands with the almost same name, Koh Rong and Koh Rong Samloem, don\u2019t confuse them. Koh Rong Samloem is a bit more isolated and that is the best of it. This hidden gem of Cambodia is the perfect relaxing getaway if you are looking for turquoise waters, tranquility and a private place for you and your family or other-half.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">From Sihanoukville, many ferries going to Koh Rong island that also makes a stop at Koh Rong Samloem. If you are curious to stay one night in Koh Rong, expect way more party as they have a 24-hour bar permission.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">And as for Koh Rong Samloem, there are no ATMs on the island, so make sure to get cash out before you arrive.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Luxurious_Escape_Song_Saa\"><\/span>A Luxurious Escape: Song Saa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/20989006_1487627364638639_8468461688378267429_o.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3412 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/20989006_1487627364638639_8468461688378267429_o.jpg\" alt=\"Which Island in Cambodia Best Suits You\" width=\"616\" height=\"411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/20989006_1487627364638639_8468461688378267429_o.jpg 616w, https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/20989006_1487627364638639_8468461688378267429_o-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 616px) 100vw, 616px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">How does staying in a private resort sounds? The 27 room resort in Song Saa island owns the island and makes for a unique stay. It is a sustainable, all-inclusive luxury resort located about one kilometer from Koh Rong. Guests can choose from over-water, jungle, or ocean-view villas and enjoy the resort\u2019s large infinity swimming pool. Spa, delicious cuisine, and fabulous wellness retreat are among the experiences you can have in Song Saa private island resort.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">And if you wish to know about more impressive <a href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/pick-your-next-best-accommodation-in-southeast-asia.html\">accommodations in Southeast Asia<\/a> we can recommend you, just drop us a message <a href=\"mailto:sales@luxtraveldmc.com\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_Animal_Lovers_Koh_Thmei\"><\/span>For Animal Lovers: Koh Thmei<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/DSC09813-2.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3413 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/DSC09813-2.jpg\" alt=\"Which Island in Cambodia Best Suits You\" width=\"616\" height=\"411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/DSC09813-2.jpg 616w, https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/DSC09813-2-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 616px) 100vw, 616px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Koh Thmei is part of the Ream National Park, one of seven national parks in Cambodia. Ream\u2019s englobes a combination of rivers, estuaries, mangroves, forests, coral reefs, wildlife, and marine life. There are 155 species of birds here, including a few threatened species. Larger inhabitants include rhesus monkeys, dugongs, turtles, dolphins, mouse-deer, and more. There is limited accommodation on Koh Thmei, so if you want to get away from the usual tourist scene and get in touch with nature, this is a great place to do so.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">We have many <a href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/destinations\/cambodia\">Cambodia tour holiday packages<\/a> where you can combine Angkor Wat complex, Phnom Penh and some of your favorite beach getaways. Check <a href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/\">Lux Travel DMC<\/a> for more information on our tours.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_Diving_Enthusiasts_Koh_Tang\"><\/span>For Diving Enthusiasts: Koh Tang<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/koh-tang-island-snorkeling.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3414 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/koh-tang-island-snorkeling.jpg\" alt=\"Which Island in Cambodia Best Suits You\" width=\"616\" height=\"411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/koh-tang-island-snorkeling.jpg 616w, https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/koh-tang-island-snorkeling-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 616px) 100vw, 616px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you are only here for the diving experience, then Koh Tang, a remote and almost uninhabited island will be your own paradise for scuba diving and snorkeling.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Recommended for experienced divers, you can still try snorkeling too. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 meters and you can see large fishes such as cobias or sailfish, snappers, and jacks and with coral colonies of \u201capcora\u201d. The period we recommend to go is from December to April where the views below the water\u2019s surface are the clearest. You can find more about Koh Tang here.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">And to have a better idea of how far are the islands from one another here is a complete map<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/map-scuba.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3411 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/map-scuba.jpg\" alt=\"Which Island in Cambodia Best Suits You\" width=\"600\" height=\"395\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/map-scuba.jpg 600w, https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/map-scuba-300x198.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">There is no better way of ending a trip to Cambodia, after spending a few days discovering the famous Angkor Wat complex and visiting the Phnom Penh royal palace than to enjoy a relaxing beach getaway in the South of Cambodia. Reward yourself and let us take care of the rest.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">With many years of experience, <a href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/\">Lux Travel DMC<\/a> transports you to the colors and flavors of Indochina. Offering off-the-beaten-path itineraries as well as luxury vacations our local experts will advise you throughout your preparation and stay. For unique authentic experiences, we will be happy to help you <a href=\"mailto:sales@luxtraveldmc.com\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wondering where to have a beach break in Cambodia? 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