Mondulkiri Ecotour – Nature and Authenticity

(5 Days, 4 Nights)

Mondulkiri province

Description

Mondulkiri Nature

This exceptional journey to Mondulkiri, the largest province of Cambodia, is for those who prefer an authentic experience. It is a unique place where one can meet rich culture and wonderful peoples, a splendid destination with breathtaking scenery located in the north-east of Cambodia where landscape and climate are unlike anywhere else in the country. In the dry season the weather is 23 and 29C with sunshine; in summer the temperatures vary between 27 and 31C. There are endless grassy hills, rivers and jungle. The average elevation is around 800 meters (2500 feet) and it can be chilly at night. The hilly province is home to several hill tribes and is known for its beautiful thickly forested slopes and powerful waterfalls. Mondulkiri is a superb ecotourism destination, a place where one can see outstanding waterfalls and indigenous culture while experiencing rare elephant trekking throughout the national parks.

Program

Mondulkiri lodge

Day 1

We leave Phnom Penh early in the morning by road to Sen Monorom (543 km), the capital of Monorom province. We drive to Snoul via Kampong Cham on Highway 14 (a dirt road) that connects to Sen Monorom. The path is generally flat, yet bumpy from time to time. In the rainy season some slopes can be challenging for those who travel without a 4WD. We arrive at Sen Monorom is planned 7 to 9 hours after departure. Overnight at the Nature Lodge.
 

Mondulkiri RBE Elephants

Day 2

We begin the day with a hearty breakfast at the lodge and then travel by car to Pulung Bunong village. There, one can enjoy safe tubing down the O Plai River. Soon after, we have lunch near Bu Sra, the largest waterfall in Cambodia. In the afternoon, we’ll enjoy a short hike along the hilltops between Pnom Doh Kromom and Lao Ka, the three ocean. In the evening, dinner is served near the bonfire at the Nature Lodge.
 

Mondulkiri RBE elephants

Day 3

We begin the day with a hearty breakfast at the lodge and then embark for a full day elephant ride to O Ranna waterfall. Once on site, we’ll swim in the fresh river ponds located near the waterfall and we’ll enjoy lunch there. In the afternoon, we’ll get back to the village of Patang Bunong by elephant before heading back the nature lodge by car for a wonderful dinner around the bonfire.

 

Mondulkiri Waterfall

Day 4

We begin the day with a hearty breakfast at the lodge. This morning we are free at leisure in the town centre. You’ll enjoy the bustling market offering various local arts and crafts. In the afternoon, we rest and enjoy a great herbal sauna at the lodge. In the evening, a nice BBQ dinner is offered with music and a tribal music performance is available on request.

Day 5

Return to Phnom Penh by road.