Siem Reap Countryside – Tonle Sap & Butterfly Center

Tour Overview

Explore the natural beauty and rural charm of Cambodia on this full-day countryside experience from Siem Reap. This tour combines cultural discovery, local village life, and unique natural attractions, offering a deeper understanding of Cambodia beyond its famous temples.

Travel through the scenic Siem Reap countryside to Tonle Sap Lake, Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake, and experience the fascinating floating village lifestyle. Continue your journey through traditional villages, artisan workshops, and the Banteay Srei Butterfly Centre, where nature and conservation come together. The day is perfectly rounded off with authentic Cambodian cuisine and meaningful cultural encounters.

Minimum booking: 2 travellers
Tour requirement: At least 2 adults
Duration: Approximately 8 hours

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Tour Features

  • Professional English-speaking licensed guide
  • Free hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Transfers by shared car or tuk tuk
  • Private floating village boat tour
  • Guided visit to the Butterfly Centre
  • Entrance fees included
  • Authentic Cambodian lunch
  • Complimentary mineral water
  • Children-friendly experience
  • Traditional workshops and rural villages
  • Nature, culture, and countryside exploration
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Brief Itinerary

Discover the beauty of the Siem Reap countryside on this enriching full-day tour. Visit Tonle Sap Lake and its floating villages, explore traditional crafts at local workshops, experience village life by tuk tuk, and enjoy a guided visit to the countryside’s most charming natural attractions. This tour is an excellent way to experience Cambodia’s culture, nature, and everyday life.

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Detailed Itinerary

Pick-up

Your guide and driver will pick you up directly from your hotel in Siem Reap. Begin the day’s journey into the countryside, heading toward Tonle Sap Lake and the surrounding rural areas.

Tonle Sap Lake – Floating Village Boat Tour

Arrive at Tonle Sap Lake, Cambodia’s largest natural freshwater lake and one of the most important ecosystems in Asia. Board a private boat to explore the floating village of Chong Kneas.

Observe daily life on the water as local families live, fish, and raise their children on floating houses. This unique experience provides insight into a lifestyle shaped entirely by the rhythms of the lake. You may also have the opportunity to meet friendly local children who live in the village.

Les Artisans d’Angkor – Chantiers Ecoles

Visit Les Artisans d’Angkor – Chantiers Ecoles, a social enterprise dedicated to preserving traditional Cambodian crafts. Watch skilled artisans create ornamental sculptures, lacquerware, silk weaving, and silk painting.

Learn how the organisation supports fair and sustainable development while providing employment and training opportunities to rural communities.

Cambodian Lunch

Enjoy a delicious Cambodian lunch at a local restaurant, featuring traditional dishes made with fresh, local ingredients.

Siem Reap Countryside

Continue the journey through the Siem Reap countryside on a tuk tuk tour. Experience authentic Khmer village life as you travel past rice fields, traditional wooden houses, pagodas, and farmland.

Learn about local customs and culture, meet villagers, and observe traditional activities such as basket weaving, rattan work, white wine making, and noodle production. This portion of the tour offers excellent photo opportunities and meaningful cultural interaction.

The Banteay Srei Butterfly Centre (BBC)

Visit the Banteay Srei Butterfly Centre, a beautiful nature park dedicated to butterfly conservation. Enjoy a guided walk through the centre and learn about the diverse species of butterflies found in tropical Cambodia, along with their life cycles and habitats.

Pradark Village

On the return journey, stop at Pradark Village to see how locals produce palm sugar, a traditional Cambodian handicraft commonly sold to visitors. This stop provides further insight into rural livelihoods and traditional production methods.

Drop-off

After completing the tour, your driver will transfer you back to your hotel in Siem Reap.

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Important Travel Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

Timing & Itinerary

All timings are approximate and may vary depending on traffic, weather conditions, or unforeseen circumstances. The itinerary may be adjusted without prior notice.

Nature

Experience the unique nature, culture, and beauty of the Siem Reap countryside, combining water landscapes, rural villages, and conservation-focused attractions.

Pick-up & Drop-off

Free pick-up and drop-off are provided from your hotel in Siem Reap.

 

Duration

The tour duration is approximately 8 hours.

  • Confirmation will be received at the end of the booking process.
  • Timings are approximate and may change due to traffic or weather conditions.
  • Please consider this if you have a flight booked on the same day.
  • Sunscreen, mosquito spray, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • A valid passport with at least 6 months’ validity and at least 3 empty pages is required.
  • Medical travel insurance
  • Prices are not valid during Christmas, New Year’s Eve, Khmer New Year, public holidays, or peak seasons.
  • The tour does not include visa arrangements and fees, transportation beyond the itinerary, additional meals, drinks, or services not mentioned.
  • Cancellations must be made at least 4 days prior to departure.
  • Cancellations made less than 4 days before departure or no-shows will be charged 100% of the total booking cost.
  • Tipping is customary for guides and drivers (approximately USD 5 per person per day). Please hand tips directly to the guide upon departure.

 

Walking shoes, a hat, and sunglasses are recommended for comfort during village walks and outdoor activities.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • Professional English-speaking guide

  • Free pick-up and drop-off from hotel

  • Transfers by shared car or tuk tuk

  • Private floating village boat tour

  • Guided visit to Butterfly Centre

  • Cambodian lunch

  • All entrance fees

  • Mineral water

WHAT’S EXCLUDED

  • Transportation beyond the stated itinerary

  • Additional meals, drinks, or services not mentioned

  • Personal travel insurance