Koh Rong & Koh Rong Sanloem

Koh Rong & Koh Rong Sanloem is a top destination in Cambodia.

About Koh Rong & Koh Rong Sanloem

Koh Rong and its quieter neighbor Koh Rong Sanloem offer bungalow-style island stays with less development than comparable islands in Thailand, reached by speedboat from Sihanoukville.

Essential Info

Estimated Daily Budget

Best Time to Visit

• Nov-May — Dry season with calm seas, the reliable window for boat transfers and beach days.
• Jun-Oct — Wet season with rougher seas that can delay or cancel speedboat transfers.

Getting Around

• Getting There — Speedboats depart from Sihanoukville pier, taking 45 minutes to 1.5 hours depending on the island and boat.
• Getting Around — Both islands are walkable between nearby beaches; longer boat taxis connect more distant beaches.

Hiking Trails near Koh Rong & Koh Rong Sanloem

• Koh Rong Jungle Trek — A trek across the interior of Koh Rong connecting the main pier to quieter beaches on the other side of the island.

Local Food to Try in Koh Rong & Koh Rong Sanloem

• Beach BBQ Seafood — Grilled fish, squid and prawns served at beachfront bars, the standard evening meal across the islands.
• Fruit Shakes — Fresh tropical fruit shakes widely sold along the main beach strip, a popular way to cool down between swims.

Seasonal Highlights in Koh Rong & Koh Rong Sanloem

• Bioluminescent Plankton (Year-round, best on dark/moonless nights) — Night swimming stirs up glowing plankton in the water, a popular evening activity organized by beach bars.

Where to Stay in Koh Rong & Koh Rong Sanloem

• Koh Rong (Koh Touch) — The main village and pier area with the most bars, restaurants and party atmosphere.
• Koh Rong Sanloem — A quieter neighboring island with a more laid-back, family- and couple-friendly bungalow scene.

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