Cambodia Temples & Religion
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Temples of Angkor Camping Safari
Overview | Jungle Temples or Northern Cambodia | Phnom Penh to Angkor Wat | Siem Reap to Phnom Penh | Koh Ker Short Safari | Banteay Chhmar Overnight Safari
Temple Camping Safari - Traveling in Style
Everyone has heard of Angkor Wat, but few people who have never been to Cambodia (and many who have too) are aware that there are ancient temple ruins from the Angkor period and even earlier literally scattered all over the country, and the only way to explore the remote ones in any comfort is to go camping... deluxe style!
For the historian or simply for anyone curious about this extraordinary bygone civilisation and who wants to go beyond the tourist attractions, exploring rural Cambodia to find some of these ancient sites is an adventure.
Unlike Angkor Wat and the temples of the Angkor Historical Park in Siem Reap, most of Cambodia's temples have not been rebuilt, and many are still swathed in forest... 
much as Angkor Wat was when the French explorers rediscovered during the colonial period. Like those times too, most of Cambodia remains quite undeveloped and living conditions in the provinces are primitive, including hotels.
Our solution is tents, modelled on those long used for 
exclusive wildlife safari tours in Africa but adjusted for the local environment. We travel by 4WD, often deep into forest and remote countryside areas where road conditions are terrible.
During our journey we discover typical Khmer villages and rural Cambodian life that few tourists are privileged enough to see.
Temple Safari was originally conceived to take visitors off the beaten path to encounter the magnificent jungle temples beyond Angkor, far from the madding crowds. The roads were sometimes bumpy and the temples sometimes dilapidated, but the intimate experience of camping at the walls of an ancient monument more than compensated for some hardships along the way. Many of the roads have since been rebuilt and many of the temples are under renovation, but the essence of the experience remains the same – Temple Safari delivers the Angkor experience of old, timeless temples with not a visitor in sight. Witness the most atmospheric temple ruins on earth, forgotten in the forests for almost a millennia. See sunrise inching over the horizon, the temple ruins lost amid the jungle canopy, the modern world forgotten for a moment in time.
Seasons
The safaris are very much a seasonal adventure, and the best season from November through to April, roughly corresponding to the dry season and the tourist high season. May, June and July need not be a bad time either, as it is hard to predict when the rains will come. October is also usually possible, as the rains are easing up at this time, although later in the month is a safer bet. We would not recommend a safari trip during August or September.
Travel
Travel on safari is by comfortable 4WD. The usual vehicle of choice is a Toyota Landcruiser, as this is built to tackle tough roads. However, we also use Nissan Patrols and Mitsubishi Pajeros for the more accessible Temple Safaris at Banteay Chhmar and Koh Ker.
Camping Safaris by Motorbike
Cambodia Safaris can be tackled by motorbike with support vehicle for the more adventurous at heart. Those with some dirt- biking experience will find the trails of Preah Vihear province some of the most exhilarating biking in the world, with the pay-off of camping out at remote jungle temples at the end of the day. Motorbike tours include a support vehicle, a mechanic and motorbiking tour guide.
The safaris are not for everyone. It may be camping in style, but it is still camping. For those used to African adventures, it will be very familiar, but for others used to hotel chains and sanitised surroundings it may not be ideal. Cambodia remains a very poor country, with limited infrastructure, and this becomes more apparent the further visitors venture from the Siem Reap/Angkor bubble. However, as a taste of the ‘real’ Cambodia, it is an unrivalled experience that will remain with you forever.
Quad Bikes
For incentive groups or VIPs looking for something very different, we can also arrange a quad biking adventure from Beng Mealea to Preah Khan along the ancient Angkor highway known as Route 66, complete with incredible naga-flanked bridges in the jungle.
The Itineraries
The itineraries linked above are just samples to inspire your travel planning. However, there are many more combinations possible that are not included here. For those that are really looking to have the complete safari experience in Cambodia, it is possible to plan a two-week tour, that includes a couple of nights up the Mekong, some time in the lively capital, a detour to the south coast and a Beach Safari experience, and the signature Temple Safari experience on the road to Angkor.
Notes
This is a tailor made holiday concept which can be adapted and tailored to meet your dates, preferences and passions. Please contact one of our bespoke holiday planners to create the ideal itinerary for you.
Jungle Temples or Northern Cambodia
Be transported back in time to an era before mass tourism and enjoy the intimacy and privacy of a remote jungle temple all to yourselves. Solitary sunsets, spiritual sunrises, the Temple Safari experience brings the magic back to travel.
Currently we cover four principal complexes in Northwestern Cambodia, which include the signature faces of Banteay Chhmar, the incredible pyramid temple at Koh Ker, the vast temple of Preah Khan, and the king of the mountain temples, Preah Vihear. Temple Safaris can also be arranged on request to places like Beng Mealea and Sambor Prei Kuk, as well as the really remote temple of Prasat Neak Buos.
For those that only have the time to do a one night Temple Safari trip, the best options are Banteay Chhmar and Koh Ker, as both are accessible in less than three hours from Siem Reap. Banteay Chhmar is undergoing extensive renovations and offers some superb examples of Jayavarman VII face temples. Our safari camp here is set by the walls of an atmospheric face temple smothered in jungle. Koh Ker is a popular option as it includes a visit to the jungle temple of Beng Mealea en route. Koh Ker was a 10th century rival capital to Angkor and is home to a prolific array of temples from this era. The Mayan-esque step pyramid of Prasat Thom is most impressive, but other smaller temples are also striking, including Prasat Bram with its suffocating strangler figs.
Longer Temple Safaris include the farther flung temples of Preah Khan or Preah Vihear. Preah Khan was the largest single temple constructed during the Angkor period and includes some important satellite temples such as the faces of Prasat Preah Stung. Sadly, it was heavily looted during the 1990s The access roads to this temple are extremely challenging, adding up to make this an experience more for the dedicated temple hunter. Preah Vihear is the most spectacularly situated of any of the Angkorian temples, clinging to a clifftop on the Dangrek Mountains high above the plains of Cambodia. Once our most popular safari experience, we have not operated overnight safaris there for more than one year now, due to the ongoing border dispute between Cambodia and Thailand. However it is still possible to visit the site during the day as part of a safari routing that includes an overnight in the former Khmer Rouge stronghold of Anlong Veng. We hope the situation will stabilise soon and that we can once again spend the night as this most mountainous of mountain temples. For the time being, we will monitor the situation carefully and may have to alter itineraries at short notice if the border dispute erupts into conflict.
The routes illustrated in the other tabs are just a sample of the many combinations that are possible.
Preah Khan
Starting out from either Siem Reap or Phnom Penh, we take visitors into the remote province of Preah Vihear, known for some of the best temples and worst roads in Cambodia. We take in the massive temple complex of Preah Khan, famous for the four-faced temple, Prasat Preah Stung.
Koh Ker
We visit the 10th century capital of Koh Ker, where we climb the mighty pyramid of Prasat Thom, as well as checking out many other smaller structures in this vast forgotten place.
Preah Vihear
Finally we take a pilgrimage to the stunning mountain-top temple of Preah Vihear, looming over Cambodia on the Thai border. The location is breathtaking and the views endless. This is a serious highlight of a trip to Cambodia.
Phnom Penh to Angkor Wat
Phnom Penh to Siem Reap via Kompong Thom, including visits to the Ancient Angkorian Temple ruins of Preah Khan & Koh Ker (4 days/3 nights)
Day 1: Phnom Penh to Kompong Thom [L,D]
Depart the Cambodia capital after an early breakfast and make for the provincial capital of Kompong Thom. 
There will be a chance to stop at Skuon, affectionately known as Spiderville, famous for its deep-friend tarantulas, a local delicacy. Stop to visit some smaller temples along the way, including the elegant Prasat Guha Nokor, an 11th century sandstone and laterite temple set within the grounds of a modern wat. Upon arrival in Kompong Thom, check into our local hotel and leave some time free to soak up the atmosphere of this bustling provincial town.
Day 2: Kompong Thom to Preah Khan [B,L,D]
Depart Kompong Thom after breakfast, stopping to explore the impressive pre-Angkorian capital of Isanapura, known today as Sambor Prei Kuk. The first major temple city in South-East Asia, the brick temples of Sambor Prei Kuk are a peaceful contrast to their more illustrious relatives at Angkor. Eexplore the main temples here, including Prasat Tao with its elaborately coiffured lions and Prasat Sambor, with its crumbling sanctuaries.
Continue to the remote complex of Preah Khan. This extremely remote temple is often referred to as Preah Khan Kompong Svay by scholars or Prasat Bakan by locals. The largest single enclosure constructed during the age of Angkor, its total area is larger even than that of Angkor Thom and it is believed to have been the second city of the Khmer Empire, where mighty King Jayavarman VII was educated.
There are several principal structures at Preah Khan, including four-faced Prasat Preah Stung, a trademark of Jayavarman VII constructed in the style of the Bayon, and delicate Prasat Damrei, or Elephant Temple, a small pyramid with two elegant carved elephants ceremoniously adorned by locals. The main structure is of gigantic proportions, but has fallen victim to looting in past years due to its remoteness. However, some carvings remain and the extensive outer walls are in solid shape. After starting to explore this immense temple, we spend the night in our luxury safari tent.
Day 3: Preah Khan to Koh Ker [B,L,D]
After the option of sunrise at the remote temple of Preah Khan, spend some time exploring more of this vast complex before traveling northeast to the provincial capital of Tbeng Meanchey, one of the most remote towns in Cambodia. Here you can visit the Weaves of Cambodia project, where from the red earth of Preah Vihear a community of determined landmine survivors is creating a sustainable income through traditional weaving. You can visit the workshop, learn about the silk process and meet some of the weavers. The project is now under the supervision of Carol Cassidy, a renowned textile designer with a famous boutique in Vientiane, Laos.
You are making for the remote Angkor capital of Koh Ker. The history of Cambodia is riven with dynastic spats and political intrigue and one of the most memorable came in the 10th century when Jayavarman IV (928-942) fell out with his family, stormed off to the northwest and established the rival capital of Koh Ker. Although the capital for just 15 years, Jayavarman IV was determined to legitimise his rule through a prolific building programme that left a legacy of 30 major temples and some gargantuan sculpture that is on display in the National Museum in Phnom Penh.
Visit the majestic Prasat Thom, a seven-storey step pyramid, more Mayan than Khmer, that commands amazing views over the surrounding forest. Nearby is Prasat Krahom or Red Temple, named after the pinkish Banteay Srei-style stone from which it is built.
There are many more temples in the area, including the five towers of Prasat Ling, each enclosing a giant linga or fertility symbol, the biggest and best found in situ anywhere in Cambodia. Return to camp for the night and enjoy a local dinner before bedding down in your luxury safari tent.
Day 4: Koh Ker to Siem Reap
After breakfast, travel to the lost temple of Beng Mealea, the titanic of temples, a slumbering giant lost for centuries in the forests of Cambodia. It is the most accessible of Angkor’s lost temples, a mirror image of Angkor Wat, but utterly consumed by the voracious appetite of nature. Constructed by Suryavarman II (1113-1150), the builder of Angkor Wat, the forest has run riot here and it is hard to get a sense of the monument’s shape amid the daunting ruins.
Here it is possible to enjoy an Indiana Jones experience clambering about the vast ruin. For those who want a more gentle adventure, there is also a sturdy wooden walkway running right into the heart of the temple. It is also possible to visit a nearby Angkor-era quarry from where stone was cut to build these massive monuments. Then head for Siem Reap for some rest and relaxation after our adventurous journey to remote Cambodia.
Siem Reap to Phnom Penh
Siem Reap to Phnom Penh via Banteay Chhmar, Preah Vihear, Koh Ker,
Preah Khan, Kompong Thom Temple Safari (5 days/4 nights)
Day 1: Siem Reap to Banteay Chhmar Temple Safari
Today, travel northwest from Siem Reap to the incredible jungle temple of Banteay Chhmar, famous for its signature faces of Jayavarman VII. See the magnificent carvings of Lokesvara with 32 arms, nicknamed lok sam-pee (Mr 32) by Khmers, as well as the beautiful Hall of Dancers, similar to the famous Preah Khan. After clambering about among this sleeping giant, we continue to explore the outer complex, including the outer gate of Ta Prohm, like a smaller cousin of the impressive Angkor Thom gates and protected by a moat, and the jungle-clad face towers of Samnang Tasok. Spend the night in your smart safari style tent.
Day 2: Banteay Chhmar to Anlong Veng
After enjoying an optional sunrise at beautiful Banteay Chhmar, continue south to the enigmatic temple of Banteay Top. Here the central tower has collapsed, only to be rebuilt and resembles a precarious tower of building blocks. The interior includes original wooden supports, a rarity in this tropical climate. Then head northeast into remotest Cambodia towards the magnificent mountain temple of Preah Vihear. Break the journey at Anlong Veng, a former Khmer Rouge stronghold until the end of the civil war in 1998. Now a boomtown, You can take time to visit the former house of military strongman Ta Mok and the gravesite of Brother No 1, Pol Pot. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and head for your overnight accommodation.
Day 3: Anlong Veng to Preah Vihear & Koh Ker Temple Safari
After breakfast, continue north towards Preah Vihear. The snaking road up the mountain is very steep in places and you will eventually emerge at the second enclosure of this king of the mountain temples. Explore the temple on foot and continue onwards to the final level, clinging to a cliff face in the Dangrek Mountains, towering hundreds of metres above lowland Cambodia below. The views from this most mountainous of temple mountains are breathtaking, the foundation stones of the temple stretching to the edge of the cliff as it plunges precipitously away to the plains of Preah Vihear province below.
After lunch en route, head for the remote Angkor capital of Koh Ker. The history of Cambodia is riven with dynastic spats and political intrigue and one of the most memorable came in the 10th century when Jayavarman IV (928-942) fell out with his family, stormed off to the northwest and established the rival capital of Koh Ker. Although the capital for just 15 years, Jayavarman IV was determined to legitimise his rule through a prolific building programme that left a legacy of 30 major temples and some gargantuan sculpture that is on display in the National Museum in Phnom Penh. Visit the vast Prasat Thom, a seven-storey step pyramid, more Mayan than Khmer, with commanding views over the surrounding forest. Nearby is Prasat Krahom or Red Temple, named after the pinkish stone from which it is built.
There are many more temples in the area, including the five towers of Prasat Ling, each enclosing a giant linga or fertility symbol. Return to your camp for the night, spending the night in a smart safari tent.
Day 4: Koh Ker to Preah Khan Temple Safari
Rise early to enjoy a sunrise across the Koh Ker complex. After breakfast, travel to the remote complex of Preah Khan. This extremely remote temple is often referred to as Preah Khan Kompong Svay by scholars or Prasat Bakan by locals. The largest single enclosure constructed during the age of Angkor, its total area is larger even than that of Angkor Thom and it is believed to have been the second city of the Khmer Empire, where mighty King Jayavarman VII was educated.
There are several principal structures at Preah Khan, including four-faced Prasat Preah Stung, a trademark of Jayavarman VII constructed in the style of the Bayon, and delicate Prasat Damrei, or Elephant Temple, a small pyramid with two elegant carved elephants ceremoniously adorned by locals. After exploring this immense temple, spend the night in your smart safari tent.
Day 5: Preah Khan to Phnom Penh
After the option of sunrise at the remote temple of Preah Khan, leave some time free to explore more of this vast complex. Later travel towards Kompong Thom and stop to explore the impressive pre-Angkorian capital of Isanapura, known today as Sambor Prei Kuk. The first major temple city in South-East Asia, the brick temples of Sambor Prei Kuk are a peaceful contrast to their more illustrious relatives at Angkor. Explore the main temples here, including Prasat Tao with its elaborately coiffured lions and Prasat Sambor, with its crumbling sanctuaries. Take lunch in kompong Thom and then continue southwards towards the Cambodian capital of Phnom Penh, with time to relax and recover after our adventurous road trip.
Siem Reap to Phnom Penh via Preah Vihear, Koh Ker, Preah Khan Temple Safari (4 days/3 nights)
Day 1: Siem Reap to Anlong Veng
Head north to Anlong Veng, a former Khmer Rouge stronghold until the end of the civil war in 1998. Now a boomtown, will take time to visit the former house of military strongman Ta Mok and the gravesite of Brother No 1, Pol Pot.
Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and head for our overnight accommodation.
Day 2: Anlong Veng via Preah Vihear to Koh Ker Temple Safari
After breakfast continue north towards Preah Vihear. Arrive at the base of this sacred mountain. The snaking road up the mountain is very steep in places and you will eventually emerge at the second enclosure of this king of the mountain temples.
Explore the temple on foot and continue onwards to the final level, clinging to a cliff face in the Dangrek Mountains, towering hundreds of metres above lowland Cambodia below. The views from this most mountainous of temple mountains are breathtaking, the foundation stones of the temple stretching to the edge of the cliff as it plunges precipitously away to the plains of Preah Vihear province below.
After lunch en route, head for the remote Angkor capital of Koh Ker. The history of Cambodia is riven with dynastic spats and political intrigue and one of the most memorable came in the 10th century when Jayavarman IV (928-942) fell out with his family, stormed off to the northwest and established the rival capital of Koh Ker. Although the capital for just 15 years, Jayavarman IV was determined to legitimise his rule through a prolific building programme that left a legacy of 30 major temples and some gargantuan sculpture that is on display in the National Museum in Phnom Penh.
Visit the vast Prasat Thom, a seven-storey step pyramid, more Mayan than Khmer, with commanding views over the surrounding forest. Nearby is Prasat Krahom or Red Temple, named after the pinkish Banteay Srei-style stone from which it is built.
There are many more temples in the area, including the five towers of Prasat Ling, each enclosing a giant linga or fertility symbol, the biggest and best found in situ anywhere in Cambodia. Then return to your camp for the night, spending the night in a smart safari tent.
Day 3: Koh Ker to Preah Khan Temple Safari
Rise early to enjoy a sunrise across the Koh Ker complex. After breakfast, travel to the remote complex of Preah Khan. This extremely remote temple is often referred to as Preah Khan Kompong Svay by scholars or Prasat Bakan by locals. The largest single enclosure constructed during the age of Angkor, its total area is larger even than that of Angkor Thom and it is believed to have been the second city of the Khmer Empire, where mighty King Jayavarman VII was educated.
There are several principal structures at Preah Khan, including four-faced Prasat Preah Stung, a trademark of Jayavarman VII constructed in the style of the Bayon, and delicate Prasat Damrei, or Elephant Temple, a small pyramid with two elegant carved elephants ceremoniously adorned by locals. The main structure is of gigantic proportions, but has fallen victim to looting in past years due to its remoteness. However, some carvings remain and the extensive outer walls are in solid shape. After exploring this immense temple, we spend the night in our Angkor safari tent.
Day 4: Preah Khan via Kompong Thom to Phnom Penh
After the option of sunrise at the remote temple of Preah Khan, have breakfast and the travel towards Kompong Thom and stop to explore the impressive pre-Angkorian capital of Isanapura, known today as Sambor Prei Kuk. The first major temple city in South-East Asia, the brick temples of Sambor Prei Kuk are a peaceful contrast to their more illustrious relatives at Angkor. Explore the main temples here, including Prasat Tao with its elaborately coiffured lions and Prasat Sambor, with its crumbling sanctuaries. Take lunch in kompong Thom and then continue southwards towards the Cambodian capital of Phnom Penh. We arrive in Phnom Penh with time to relax and recover after our adventurous road trip.
Koh Ker Short Safari
Siem Reap to Siem Reap via Koh Ker, Preah Vihear Temple Safari
(3 days/2 nights)
Day 1: Siem Reap to Koh Ker [L,D]
Travel to the lost temple of Beng Mealea, the titanic of temples, a slumbering giant lost for centuries in the forests of Cambodia. It is the most accessible of Angkor’s lost temples, a mirror image of Angkor Wat, but utterly consumed by the voracious appetite of nature. Constructed by Suryavarman II (1113-1150), the builder of Angkor Wat, the forest has run riot here and it is hard to get a sense of the monument’s shape amid the daunting ruins.
Here it is possible to enjoy an Indiana Jones experience clambering about the vast ruin. For those who want a more gentle adventure, there is also a sturdy wooden walkway running right into the heart of the temple. It is also possible to visit a nearby Angkor-era quarry from where stone was cut to build these massive monuments.
Then head into the bush to the remote Angkor capital of Koh Ker. The history of Cambodia is riven with dynastic spats and political intrigue and one of the most memorable came in the 10th century when Jayavarman IV (928-942) fell out with his family, stormed off to the northwest and established the rival capital of Koh Ker. Although the capital for just 15 years, Jayavarman IV was determined to legitimise his rule through a prolific building programme that left a legacy of 30 major temples and some gargantuan sculpture that is on display in the National Museum in Phnom Penh.
Visit the majestic Prasat Thom, a seven-storey step pyramid, more Mayan than Khmer, that commands amazing views over the surrounding forest. Nearby is Prasat Krahom or Red Temple, named after the pinkish Banteay Srei-style stone from which it is built.
There are many more temples in the area, including the five towers of Prasat Ling, each enclosing a giant linga or fertility symbol, the biggest and best found in situ anywhere in Cambodia. Then return to the camp for the night, spending the night in a luxury safari tent.
Day 2: Koh Ker to Siem Reap [B,L]
Rise early from your camp adjoining the pyramid of Prasat Thom to enjoy the sunrise across the temple complex. After breakfast, we explore some of the lesser known sites around Koh Ker before returining to Siem Reap where you can check into your hotel and enjoy some rest and relaxation.
It is also possible to combine this short temple safari with a trip to the incredible stilted village of Kompong Khleang on the Tonle Sap Lake or the holy mountain of Phnom Kulen with its sacred River of a Thousand Lingas..
Services included:
- All sightseeing tour as detailed in our itinerary
- English speaking local guide
- All entrance fees
- Accommodation as detailed
- Meals (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner) as specified
- Private air conditioned car
- Drinking water during sightseeing
- Public liability insurance
Services not included:
- Services not mentioned in the itinerary,
- Visa fees, currently USD 20-- per person
- International airport tax, currently USD 25-- per person
- International flight tickets to and from Cambodia
- Expenditure of a personal nature.
- Travel insurance (cover against all cancellation costs, medical expenses, including repatriation, in the event of accident of illness)
Banteay Chhmar Overnight Safari
Banteay Chhmar Temple Safari (2 days/1 night)
Day 1: Siem Reap to Banteay Chhmar [L,D]
Today, travel northwest from Siem Reap to the incredible jungle temple of Banteay Chhmar, famous for its signature faces of Jayavarman VII. Travel to Svay Sisophon and then continue to the main temple of Banteay Chhmar for a thorough exploration. See the magnificent carvings of Lokesvara with 32 arms, nicknamed lok sam-pee (Mr 32) by Khmers, as well as the beautiful Hall of Dancers, similar to the famous Preah Khan. After clambering about among this sleeping giant, we continue to explore the extended complex, including the outer gate of Ta Prohm, like a smaller cousin of the impressive Angkor Thom gates and protected by a moat. We spend the night in our luxury tent in complete isolation close to the satellite temple of Prasat Samnang Tasok.
Day 2: Banteay Chhmar to Siem Reap [B,L]
After enjoying an optional sunrise at beautiful Banteay Chhmar, leave some free time to explore some of the more remote outer gates and temples around the main complex. Continue south to the enigmatic temple of Banteay Top. Here the central tower has collapsed, only to be rebuilt and resembles a precarious tower of building blocks. The interior includes original wooden supports, a rarity in this tropical climate. Then journey south to the provincial capital of Svay Sisophon where we have a local lunch. There may be time to take a look at the bustling market, which is crammed with goods from nearby Thailand. Continue west to Siem Reap, where you can enjoy some time to wind down in your hotel after the long road trip.
Services included:
- All sightseeing tour as detailed in our itinerary
- English speaking local guide
- All entrance fees
- Accommodation as detailed
- Meals (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner) as specified
- Private air conditioned car
- Drinking water during sightseeing
- Public liability insurance
Services not included:
- Services not mentioned in our itinerary,
- Visa fees, currently USD 20-- per person
- International airport tax, currently USD 25-- per person
- International flight tickets to and from Cambodia
- Expenditure of a personal nature.
- Travel insurance (cover against all cancellation costs, medical expenses, including repatriation, in the event of accident of illness)
Angkor Safari Tents
Traveling in Style
In a country that still has little infrastructure except in the main collecting points of Siem Reap, Phnom Penh and Sihanoukville, there can be no better way to explore the Jungle Temples than by taking your own accommodation along with you.
Adventure vs In Style
So how do we differentiate the new ‘Adventure’ and ‘In Style’ classifications? This is done in a number of ways, ranging from all new tents with connected bathrooms to an all-round higher level of service on the ‘In Style’ trips. If the original Temple Safari is a 3* camping experience, then ‘In Style’ is more like 4* boutique camping, akin to the level of service and experience at a boutique hotel. Looking in more depth, the new-look tents include fully-appointed hotel-style bathrooms, complete with flush toilet, wash basin and stylish toiletries. The furnishings are all wood, including full-size single beds, tables and chairs and clothes rails, plus an antique brass fan. Service is taken to another level, including bath robe, slippers and orchids on the bed with a turndown service. Meals are fully catered as before, but with a butler service and beer and wine is also included, not only soft drinks and water.
The Tents
The Angkor Safari Tents allow us to take guests to places in Cambodia that currently have no or little tourism infrastructure, ensuring a truly unique experience.
The tents are based upon the tried and tested African safari tents and are fully waterproof. Each day they are pitched at your destination by our staff on a durable tarpaulin and they consist of two layers. The inner layer comes with complete mosquito and insect protection and includes five meshed windows for light and breeze during the day. The overall dimensions of the tent are 3m wide x 4m long x 2.5m high. Yes, you heard it right, 2.5m high offering standing room throughout.
The ‘Adventure’ tents include a separate bathroom and shower tent located near the main sleeping tent, while the new ‘In Style’ tents include a connected bathroom, linked to the rear of the main tent by a small ante-room for luggage storage.
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