Central Cardamom Mountains National Park
Park Vast rainforest park protecting biodiversity in Cardamom Mountains
The Central Cardamom Mountains National Park in Koh Kong protects lowland and montane rainforest; eco-tourists book guided treks, riverboat trips and wildlife surveys into remote jungle.
Central Cardamom Mountains National Park is a protected national park in Koh Kong province, Cambodia, occupying part of the central Cardamom Mountains. It conserves large tracts of lowland and montane tropical forest and important wildlife habitat.
The park offers remote wilderness - dense rainforest, rivers and ridgelines are the primary attractions for people who come for multi-day trekking, wildlife observation and river travel. Facilities and marked trails are limited compared with developed parks, so most visits are organized through local guides or conservation groups.
The area was set aside for protection to conserve biodiversity and forest resources and has been the focus of national and international conservation efforts. Management and access have evolved with increasing patrols and community-based conservation programs.
The park sits in southwestern Cambodia within the central spine of the Cardamom Mountains in Koh Kong province. It lies inland from the Gulf of Thailand and is accessed from towns in Koh Kong province and adjacent districts.
How to Get to Central Cardamom Mountains National Park #
Access points vary: most trips out of the Central Cardamoms begin from coastal Koh Kong province or from Battambang and Pursat inland. Boat travel on the rivers is common; overland access can require 4x4 vehicles and coordination with local guides or NGOs.
Tips for Visiting Central Cardamom Mountains National Park #
- Access often requires a boat and multiple days; hire licensed local operators familiar with river navigation and protected-area rules.
- Bring insecticide-treated nets and malaria prophylaxis advice if planning extended stays in remote camps.
- Permits are required for trekking and research-coordinate with Cambodia's Ministry of Environment or local conservation NGOs.
Best Time to Visit Central Cardamom Mountains National Park #
The dry season (November-April) is the best time to visit for access and wildlife watching; wet season travel is possible but more challenging and limited.
Weather & Climate near Central Cardamom Mountains National Park #
Central Cardamom Mountains National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 16°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (2241 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 11 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (244 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (342 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (333 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (373 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (360 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (254 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 11 mm and partly cloudy skies.
