A Guide to Cambodia’s Hidden Islands: Untouched Beauty and Tranquility

Introduction

Situated beside Vietnam and filled with verdant forests alongside the Gulf of Thailand by its side, Cambodia is the best place for you if you are looking for a peaceful and relaxing vacation from your hectic life and the chaos of the city.

The flora, fauna, and rich culture attract millions of tourists every year, and each traveler comes back with some wonderful stories to tell. Not only is the country famous for its food, nature, and a plethora of architectural buildings, but Cambodia is also known for its varied and numerous islands that make up this beautiful landscape.

There are several hidden Cambodia islands that people often miss out on while looking at Cambodia tour packages. To make sure that you don’t miss out on these islands while booking with Threeland Travel, here’s a breakdown of the best Cambodia islands and how you can choose the right ones for you.

Koh Rong - The Nightlife Island

Starting off strong on the list is probably one of the best Cambodia islands that you can visit in your lifetime. Koh Rong is situated near Preah Sihanoukville (a city in Cambodia) and the island is a favorite destination for international tourists.

Koh Rong, also known as the “Party Island”, draws thousands of visitors each year. The island offers pristine beaches and tranquil waters in the morning and becomes a party hub in the night. Koh Rong literally becomes the life of the party as tourists can party all night long alongside the beach. The entire island houses parties at night which will surely make your trip a memorable experience (or a forgetful one).

You can simply hop on a ferry boat which will take 40 minutes (approximately) and you can be on your way for a fantastic day at Kohn Rong Island. If you do get confused and end up at Koh Rong Sanloem, don’t worry, this next island destination will still make your trip worthwhile.

Koh Rong Salnoem - The Relaxing Island

Tourists can often get confused between Koh Rong and Koh Rong Salnoem (since they are referred to as ‘sister islands’) however, Koh Rong Salnoem offers something more peaceful and serene than Koh Rong.

Smaller in size than the former island, Koh Rong Salnoem gives a more relaxing and chill vibe for people looking out to bathe in the Cambodian sun and play in the waves of the ocean. Nevertheless, you can find yourself chasing and running after bioluminescent plankton (that glows blue in the dark) at Koh Rong Salnoem.

After you are done partying in Koh Rong, take a 20-minute ferry from the island to reach the calm and serene waters of Koh Rong Salnoem. The bioluminescent plankton will be truly worth it.

Koh Thmei

Done partying and swimming in the ocean? Because this next island will bring out your nature-loving side. The island of Koh Thmei is situated in the Ream National Park and is an abundance of mangrove forests and wildlife species.

For the nature-lover in you, Koh Thmei includes some wildlife animals such as monkeys, lizards, civet cats, and fish cats (which are endangered, by the way). The island is also home to 150 species of birds, which makes it a heaven for birdwatchers. The island is surrounded by golden sand on the beaches and lush green mangrove forests in the middle and is home to an iconic resort where travelers can rest in bungalows made of wood.

Naturally, Koh Thmei is considered one of the best Cambodia islands to visit while you’re traveling through this iconic country.

P.S. - Call in advance for your boat transfer from the local pier as no fixed schedules are available.

Koh Ta Kiev - The Bold Island

An hour’s worth journey from Sihanouk Ville, the Koh Ta Kiev island calls to all the adventure-seeking souls who wouldn’t mind walking a few extra miles for some peace and serenity.

The Koh Ta Kiev island has two trails marked with blue and red. The blue trail will take you to a fishing village on the east side of the island, while the red trail will take you to a naked beach. With relaxing views and a view of pine trees and coral reefs, the Koh Ta Kiev island has no current infrastructure, so you can watch yourself go back to the basics of human beginnings and the raw desire for traveling.

Needless to say, Koh Ta Kiev often takes travelers and tourists on a philosophical journey by the soft sound of the ocean alongside a rich culture that you won’t find on a piece of paper.

Conclusion

Cambodia is not just architecture and nature swings; it is so much more than that. From scenic destinations like Angkor Wat to the nightlife of Koh Rong, from the beautiful scenery to the natural sights at Koh Thmei, the breathtaking sights of these Cambodia islands, the country has a knack for calling all the serene-seekers from all over the world.

If you are one of those travelers seeking a relaxing by-the-beach vacation with a margarita in your hand, then the islands of Cambodia are your place to be.

Threeland Travels suggest that while you’re on your way to visiting this iconic country, make sure you check out some of the Vietnam and Cambodia tours as well so you can make the most out of your journey and cross two beautiful countries off of your travel wish-list.