Jungle Adventure Tour in the Rainforests of Cambodia (4D/3N or 3D/2N)

7:30 am – Departure to Chi Phat:
– In th morning our driver will pick you up at your Hotel in either Phnom Penh or Koh Kong or Sihanuouk Ville. We drive around 2-3 hour through the cambodian countryside to small port of Andoung Tuek village, located in south-western Cambodia, in Botumsakor District.
– After that we take dirt road through the farm to reach the abandoned village of Chi Phat.

12:00 pm – Arrive in Chi Phat:
– Chi Phat is an ecotourism community which was started in 2007 by an NGO called Wildlife Alliance. It attracts more and more adventurous tourists due to it’s well maintained network of jungle trails and wildlife.
– After arrival we register at the Community-based ecotourism (CBET) office.

12:30 pm – Lunch at CBET office:
– We have a local style lunch at CBET office.
– Afterwards you meet the local eco-community member and owner of your bungalow.
– Our guide makes sure that you feel comfortable in your accommodation.
– You have some time to relax and prepare for the first small trek.

After Lunch, take the rainforest motorbike taxi to Wildlife Release Station for Animal feeding at 3:00pm. Jump to: Animal feeding at 3:00pm.

If you opt for the 4-Day/3-Nights itinerary, you’ll stay in Chi Phat and will do this activity on your second day, see option 1B.

1:30 pm – Trek and Swim at a waterfall:
– Walk around 2km/1.3mi to nearby Chhay Chrey rapids with a local guide.
– Swim, relax and enjoy the tranquility of the environment.

3:30 pm – Bold Mountain and Sunset Point:
– A CBET motorbike taxi picks you up from the water fall to visit Bold Mountain and sunset point.
– Enjoy the sunset view and return to your bungalow for the night.

06:30 pm – Dinner:
– Dinner at CBET office in Chi Phat.
– After dinner you can meet the local people who together decided to establish the Community Based Ecotourism project.
– In contrast to private tourist attractions the management decisions are done by the community. By that it is assured that the culture, nature and well-being of the community and its surroundings can be protected and conserved. This is the main reason why Ecotourism is sustainable and authentic.

Overnight:
You will sleep at a simple local bungalow home in Chi Phat and you will get to know the locals if you are open to it.

Accomodation (bungalow)	Meals: Lunch, Dinner (at Eco Community Office)
Approx vehicle : 2-3hrs	Approx boat: 1.5hrs
Trekking: 2km/1.3mi

8:00 am – Rainforest motorbike tour :
– After breakfast, you’ll be picked up at the CBET office.
– You’ll embark on a 1-hour motorbike taxi ride through the lush rainforest of the Cardamom Mountains.
– Your experienced motorbike driver and helmets provide for your safety.

09:00 am – Arrival at Wildlife Release Station:
– Arrival at Wildlife Release Station around 9 00 AM and check in your Bungalow and take a short rest.
– Located remotely in the Cardamom Mountains, the Wildlife Release Station (WRS) is one of the main sites used by Wildlife Alliance for releasing animals rescued from the illegal wildlife trafficking trade in Cambodia. Animals suitable to release are kept in the safe-release enclosures around in the station before reintroduction to the wild.

Hiking in the protected forests:
– After checking in you’ll experience a two hours hike through the protected forests. A unique option to discover the nature of Cardamom Mountains.
– Afterwards we return to our chalet and enjoy lunch and rest.

– At 3:00 pm we’ll be ready to assist feeding animals and learn more about sun-bear, macaques, pangolin and others.
– This is your precious time to share experienced with these wild animals and support the important work to protect this remote forest area and its wildlife.

Dinner
Have a freshly cooked local dinner at the Wildlife Release Station.

Spotting wildlife in the night:
After your dinner around 9:00 pm you might also have a chance to feed porcupine, large rodents with coats of spines (not dangerous), and watch red-muntjac, a deer species native to Cambodia, that usually show up to find their food around the chalets.

Wildlife Release Station:
Your overnight stay at the Wildlife Release Station in comfortable chalets surrounded by protected forests is a special experience and will connect you with the nature and wildlife of Cardamom Mountains.

Chalet/Bugalow (at Wildlife Release Station)	Meals: Breakfast (in Chi Phat), Lunch, BBQ dinner at the Wildlife Release Station
Distance: 14 km/8.7mi | Motorbike Taxi | 1h	Trekking: 2km/1.3mi | 2h

09:00 am – Trekking to Damnak Khos Campsite:
After breakfast at WRS, we leave for a 5 hours hiking adventure in the deep forest of Cardamom Mountains, learning about the nature, observing wildlife such as wild pigs and gibbons, and enjoying the pure wild.

Lunch around noon:
After around two and a half hours walking through the beautiful natural surroundings, your forest cook and local guide will prepare delicious lunch and enjoy together in the heart of the jungle.

Trekking to reach your camp site:
With the power of your meal in the nature, your journey continues by foot with a trek to your destination camp site, Damnak Koh.

02:00 pm – First Swim in Stoeng Prat River:
You’ll get to enjoy a dip in the Stoeng Prat River, a perfect way to cool off after the journey. You’ll have time to change your clothes and freshen up after the trek.

Dinner:
A delicious BBQ dinner will be waiting for you to refuel after your trek and swim.

Overnight:
Overnight at Damnak Khos camp site.

Accomodation (Campsite)	Meals: Breakfast (at WRS), Lunch (in the forest), BBQ dinner (at the campsite)
Trekking: 15.5km/9.6mi | 5h

05:30 am – Wildlife Spotting:
– You’ll board a rowboat for a peaceful trip along the Stueng Prat River.
– This is the prime time for spotting wildlife as many animals are active at dawn. Keep your eyes peeled for birds, reptiles, and maybe even some mammals depending on the season.

06:30 am – Motorboat Ride to Chi Phat:
– A motorboat will catch up with you on the river.
– You’ll then transition to the motorboat for a relaxed journey back to Chi Phat Village.

07:15 am – Breakfast on the Boat:
Enjoy a delicious breakfast while cruising down the river.

Wildlife Watching and Exploring:
– As you travel on the motorboat, keep an eye out for more wildlife along the banks of the Stueng Prat River.
– You might have opportunities to stop and explore the surrounding nature.

09:00 am – Arrival in Chi Phat:
After your scenic journey, you’ll finally arrive at Chi Phat village, ready to check in your Bungalow.

12:00 pm – Lunch:
Have lunch at CBET office and relax in the village.

01:00 pm – Depart to your further destination
Say goodbye after these days of adventure in this wonderful protected jungle area of Cambodia and depart to Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville or Koh Kong with magical memories to be remembered for a lifetime.

Not included – Own accommodation in Phnom Penh/ Koh Kong/ Sihanouk Ville	Meals: Breakfast (on the boat), Lunch (at Eco Community Office)
rowboat: 1h | motorboat: 2hrs	Departure to PNH/ SNV/KK