Lumphat Travel Guide

City City in Ratanakiri with natural beauty

In Ratanakiri, Lumphat sits close to protected forest and wildlife areas where boat trips, jungle trails and encounters with ethnic minority markets appeal to overland travelers and nature groups.

Costs

Around $20-40 USD per day

Very low; simple guesthouses and local food.

Safety

Relatively safe, basic caution advised

Generally calm but limited services in remote areas.

Best Time

November to April

Dry season is best for park access and easier travel.

In This Guide

Why Visit
Best Things to Do
Bucket List
Best Time to Visit
How to Get There
How to Get Around
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Local Time

4:50 AM

GMT+7

Weather

76°F

Overcast

Population

19,205

Infrastructure & Convenience

Rough roads, few tourist facilities, basic guesthouses and joint transport.

Popularity

Attracts adventurous eco‑travelers and researchers.

Known For

gateway to Virachey National Park, ethnic minority villages, jungle trekking, river travel, local markets, logging history, wildlife spotting, rural Ratanakiri life

Lumphat is the nearest town to parts of Virachey National Park, a major northeastern Cambodia wilderness area.

Why Visit Lumphat? #

Lumphat is a wilderness gateway in Ratanakiri where jungle rivers and ethnic minority villages draw nature-minded travelers. Many come for access to Virachey National Park, Lumphat Wildlife Sanctuary and trekking routes that lead to waterfalls and remote hill-tribe communities. The area rewards those seeking wildlife watching, traditional handicrafts and a slower pace amid dense forest and red‑soil landscapes.

Best Things to Do in Lumphat

All Attractions ›

Lake Yeak Laom

Volcanic crater lake in Ratanakiri, sacred forest reserve

Lake

Ban Lung Market

Regional market for local indigenous goods.

Market

Cha Ong Waterfall

Scenic waterfall within seasonal forested landscape

Waterfall

Katieng & Ka Chhanh Waterfalls

Scenic twin waterfalls set within forested landscapes

Waterfall

O'Sinlear Waterfall

Forest waterfall with cascades popular among local visitors

Waterfall

Voen Sai Tribal Villages

Remote tribal villages preserving traditional Cambodian hill cultures

Section of Populated Place

Lumphat Bucket List

Don't Miss

Virachey National Park (Lumphat entrance) - Trailhead and ranger station for multi-day jungle treks into northeastern Cambodia.
Lumphat Riverside Market - Riverside market offering fresh fish, local produce, and traditional tribal handicrafts weekly.
Lumphat Village Homestays - Stay with local Jarai families to experience village life and traditional crafts.

Hidden Gems

Jarai Cultural Visits - Small Jarai villages offering guided visits and storytelling about animist traditions.
Riverside Fishing Camps - Local fishing camps along the river, perfect for dawn birdwatching and photography.
Lumphat Wildlife Observation Huts - Simple hides for dawn birdwatching along forest edges at ranger outposts.

Day Trips

Banlung - Provincial capital Banlung offers restaurants, markets, and access to lakes and waterfalls.
Yeak Laom Lake - Crater lake outside Banlung with clear water, short hiking loop and picnic spots.
Katieng Waterfall - Series of waterfalls and natural pools reachable by a short hike from Banlung.

Best Time to Visit Lumphat #

Lumphat is most comfortable from November to February when humidity drops and trails dry out. The monsoon floods the forests June-October, making travel slower but rewarding for waterfall hunting.

Cool Season

November - February · 20-30°C (68-86°F)

Drier, pleasantly warm days ideal for jungle treks and exploring villages without nonstop rain.

Hot Season

March - May · 25-38°C (77-100°F)

Very hot afternoons that make mid-day activity unpleasant; mornings are manageable for excursions.

Rainy Season

June - October · 24-32°C (75-90°F)

Frequent heavy rain turns trails muddy and rivers full - great for waterfalls but tricky for remote travel.

Best Time to Visit Lumphat #

Climate

Lumphat's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 33°C. Heavy rainfall (2224 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit

FebruaryJanuaryMarch

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

44°

Warmest Month

11°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 2 mm.

93 Ideal

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Warm

24°C

Temperature

20° – 28°

62%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

2 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

11.3h daylight

February

February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

21° – 30°

57%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

6 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

11.6h daylight

March

March is warm, feeling like 28°C. Light rainfall.

91 Ideal

Comfort

28°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

23° – 31°

55%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

20 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

11.9h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 29°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

29°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

24° – 33°

56%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

44 mm

Rainfall

1.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

12.3h daylight

May

May is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C. Heavy rain (248 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

29°C

Temperature

25° – 32°

66%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

248 mm

Rainfall

1.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

12.6h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (318 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

32°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

25° – 32°

72%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

318 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

12.8h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (472 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

32°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

25° – 32°

75%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

472 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

12.7h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (445 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

32°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

24° – 32°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

445 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

12.4h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (404 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

30°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

24° – 31°

79%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

404 mm

Rainfall

1.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.0

UV Index

Extreme

12.1h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (198 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

23° – 30°

74%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

198 mm

Rainfall

1.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

11.7h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

22° – 29°

70%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

53 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

11.4h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Mild

24°C

Temperature

20° – 27°

66%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

14 mm

Rainfall

1.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.7

UV Index

Very High

11.2h daylight

How to Get to Lumphat

By Air

By Train & Bus

Where to Stay in Lumphat #

Budget

Lumphat town centre - $5-25/night

Lumphat is small with only a handful of basic guesthouses and homestays. Travelers should expect simple amenities and limited services on-site.

Lumphat Guesthouse - Simple local rooms and homestays
Small guesthouses nearby - Very basic facilities

Mid-Range

Banlung (nearest city) - $25-70/night

Mid-range hotels are mostly in Banlung, the provincial capital. They provide cleaner rooms, private bathrooms, and breakfast - a short drive from Lumphat.