Kompong Phluk Travel Guide
City Seasonal flooded village on Tonle Sap with stilt houses
Upstream of Siem Reap, Kompong Phluk’s stilted houses rise out of the Tonle Sap during flooding; boat tours navigate flooded forests and seasonal wildlife.
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Why Visit Kompong Phluk? #
Kompong Phluk attracts visitors for its remarkable stilt-house village and flooded forest on Tonle Sap, where seasonal water levels reshape daily life. Boat tours, wooden walkways and simple lakeside temples offer a close look at floating agriculture and local fishing traditions. Birdwatching and community-run homestays add depth to a short visit.
Best Things to Do in Kompong Phluk
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Kompong Phluk Bucket List
- Kompong Phluk Stilt Village - Boat through elevated houses and teak stilt homes above the Tonle Sap.
- Flooded Forest Walk - Glide among submerged trees at low water for unique ecosystem views.
- Local Fishing Market - Watch fishermen unload seasonal hauls and barter at the village market.
- Pagoda Viewpoint - Climb the small pagoda for quiet sunset views over flooded stilt houses.
- Boatmakers' Workshop - Visit family workshops where wooden boats and paddles are handcrafted and repaired.
- Floating Vegetable Gardens - See villagers tending floating gardens that sustain the community during floods.
- Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary - Take a full-day trip to Prek Toal bird sanctuary for rare waterbirds.
- Siem Reap and Angkor - Combine a Kompong Phluk morning with afternoon visits to Angkor's temple complex.
Best Time to Visit Kompong Phluk #
Kompong Phluk is best visited during the dry cool season (November-February) when water levels are lower and walking is possible. The wet season (June-October) floods the Tonle Sap, transforming the area into an impressive floating world.
Best Time to Visit Kompong Phluk #
Kompong Phluk's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in April) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 19°C to 35°C. Abundant rainfall (1299 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 1 mm.
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February
February is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 30°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (174 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (173 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (268 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (203 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.
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How to Get to Kompong Phluk
Kompong Phluk is a seasonal floating village on the Tonle Sap floodplain reached from Siem Reap. The normal approach is to fly or bus to Siem Reap and then take a tuk‑tuk and boat for the final leg.
Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport (REP): Kompong Phluk is accessed from Siem Reap town; most visitors fly into Siem Reap (REP). From the airport to Siem Reap town center tuk‑tuks cost about $2-4 per person (10-20 minutes); taxis or private car transfers are typically $8-15 depending on luggage and time of day.
Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH): If approaching from Phnom Penh you can take a bus or arrange a private transfer to Siem Reap; bus fares are usually $7-$12 for Phnom Penh-Siem Reap and take around 5-6 hours, after which you’ll transfer to a tuk‑tuk/boat for Kompong Phluk.
Train: There is no regular passenger train service to Siem Reap.
Bus: Intercity buses and minibuses from Phnom Penh and Battambang arrive in Siem Reap; reliable operators include Giant Ibis and Mekong Express with fares commonly $7-$15 and journey times of 4.5-6 hours from Phnom Penh. From Siem Reap town you’ll typically hire a tuk‑tuk or arrange a motorboat to reach Kompong Phluk (river/tonle sap area).
How to Get Around Kompong Phluk #
Kampong Phluk (Kompong Phluk) is a stilt‑village on Tonle Sap and is reached almost exclusively by boat from Siem Reap. Once there you move by small skiff or on foot along raised walkways. Boat tours from Siem Reap typically cost about $10-25 per person depending on group size and season. Practical tips: water levels change seasonally, bring sun protection and local currency for small purchases.
Where to Stay in Kompong Phluk #
- Shinta Mani Shack (Siem Reap) - Popular boutique with dorm and budget options.
- Lub d Siem Reap - Well-known hostel near Pub Street.
- Shinta Mani Shack - Design-forward boutique near Pub Street.
- Rambutan Resort - Quiet mid-range hotel with pool.
- Sokha Angkor Resort - Large resort with pool and spa.
- Park Hyatt Siem Reap - Upscale riverside hotel with refined rooms.
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Nightlife in Kompong Phluk #
There is effectively no nightlife in the village - visits are daytime excursions focused on boat trips and sightseeing. For evening dining and bars return to Siem Reap.
Shopping in Kompong Phluk #
Shopping is minimal - small stalls near the boat landings sell basic souvenirs and snacks to visiting tourists, but selection is limited compared with Siem Reap markets. If you want handicrafts or a wider range of goods, plan to shop in Siem Reap before or after your visit.
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