Phnom Nam Lear Sanctuary Travel Guide

Phnom Nam Lear Sanctuary is a beautiful area in Mondulkiri Province and is one of the province’s main tourist spots. It is popular with both local and foreign tourists and is easily one of Mondulkiri’s best areas for wildlife spotting. The environment is almost idyllic and it comes with a diverse collection of flora.

Phnom Nam Lear Sanctuary is, most notably, loaded up with a stunning series of cliffs and waterways, and there are plenty of waterfalls to trek to for a cool off. The sanctuary is particularly popular with bird lovers as there is a large collection of local and Southeast Asian species.

Treks to Phnom Nam Lear Sanctuary can be organized in Sen Monorom along with the standard tour by four wheel drive. In addition, travelers are permitted to camp in the reserve, plus there are several small cottages for those who prefer a bit more comfort.

The journey here in itself from the main Mondulkiri town of Sen Monorom is enchanting, going by way of winding country roads and through forests. Journey time is around four hours.

In brief

What is it? A pretty wildlife reserve in Mondulkiri Province, home to lots of bird and animal species.

Opening hours: daily.
Entrance fees: charge.

Address/website: http://travel.mapsofworld.com/cambodia/tourist-attractions-in-mondulkiri/phnom-nam-lear-sanctury.html.

Where: around 50 miles from Sen Monorom, the main town in the province.

How to get there: you can organize tours in Sen Monorom and journey time to Phnom Nam Lear Sanctuary is around 4 hours by road. Sen Monorom is a day’s journey from the capital, Phnom Penh.