Adventure in the Cardamom Mountains
Far from Angkor’s temples and the tuk-tuks of Phnom Penh, the Cardamom Mountains offer a soul-soothing escape into pristine rainforest.
Wind through jungle trails, swim in cool rivers, or simply lie back in a hammock listening to birdsong, knowing that every moment supports one of Southeast Asia’s most important ecosystems.
Cambodia’s Cardamom Mountains feel worlds away from the city bustle. Sprawling rainforests, wild rivers and mountain trails create the perfect setting for sustainable adventure and slow-paced relaxation. This is one of the region’s last intact rainforests — an ecological treasure now protected through a growing movement of community-led ecotourism.
Start planning your journey here...
Give us a call 9am-5pm UK time Monday to Friday, or make an enquiry online at any time.
What to expect in the Cardamom Mountains:
- Trek through one of Southeast Asia’s richest biodiversity hotspots.
- Swim in cool rivers or kayak through mangrove-fringed waterways.
- Join former poachers-turned-rangers to explore protected jungle trails.
- Learn Khmer cookery at a riverside tented camp.
- Stay in floating eco-lodges, forest bungalows or community homestays.
- Spot butterflies, listen for gibbons, and keep an ear out for elusive elephants in the distance.
A flying entrance
“We stayed at Shinta Mani Wild and one of my highlights was arriving by zip line. What a buzz!”
Relax in the Cardamoms
Let nature set the pace. Start your day with a refreshing dip in the river, drift into the afternoon with a good book in a riverside hammock, and end with a forest walk under a firefly-lit sky. This is slow travel at its most restorative — and sustainable.
Get Active in the Cardamoms
If you’re after adventure, there’s plenty to explore. Paddle downstream through mangroves, trek into the hills to find hidden waterfalls, or cruise through jungle rivers on a guided boat. Stop to meet local communities and learn how ecotourism is changing lives and protecting land.
Wildlife & Sustainability in the Cardamoms
This is one of Southeast Asia’s last great wildernesses, home to elephants, clouded leopards, sun bears, hornbills and more — though most remain elusive. You’re unlikely to see the larger animals, but you’ll share the forest with them. Conservation-led travel helps ensure it stays that way.
Where to Stay in the Cardamoms
From stylish safari tents to secluded bungalows and family homestays, the Cardamoms offer a wide range of accommodation — all with nature on your doorstep. Float above the river in a luxe tent, wake to the sound of gibbons in the trees, or stay with a local family for a more immersive experience.
Cardamom Tented Camp
Backed by conservation partners like Wildlife Alliance, this award-winning camp lets you explore with purpose. Join forest rangers on anti-poaching patrols, learn about biodiversity, and sleep just steps from the river in elegant tents that leave a very light footprint.
Explore more
Shinta Mani Wild
For those looking to splurge sustainably, this ultra-luxe tented camp delivers bold style and barefoot forest luxury. Designed by Bill Bensley, it offers top-tier dining, a jungle zip-line arrival, and immersive conservation experiences — all in a setting of pure, protected wilderness.
Explore more
Community Homestays in the Cardamoms
Stay with a welcoming local family and gain a deeper understanding of Khmer forest culture. From cooking over open flames to walking village trails, these homestays offer genuine insight into daily life — and ensure your visit directly benefits the community.
Inspiring experiences and places to stay
Lean into the details of your bespoke Asia trip to discover rare experiences, exceptional hotels, local connections, inspiring conservation and much more…
Start planning your journey here...
Give us a call 9am-5pm UK time Monday to Friday, or make an enquiry online at any time.
Cardamom Mountains
Talk to our expert team...
Every Asia trip we build is finely tuned to fit you, and that all starts with a chat. Let us know what you're hoping to see, feel and experience on your travels, and the places you're dreaming of, and your Asia Specialist will craft a route that includes everything you want and more.
The Selective Asia difference
-
Bespoke journeys tailored just for you
-
Unparalleled local knowledge and expertise
-
Award-winning, nose-to-tail service
-
Responsible travel
-
24 hour local support
-
Our flexi-booking promise and financial clarity
No ordinary Travel Company
Personally designed, exceptional journeys across Asia that champion a passion for travel with care for community connections and the planet.
Unfollow the herd.
Fully protected and flexible bookings
Selective Asia is a fully ATOL licensed and bonded tour operator, and our flexi-booking promise offers increased protection & peace of mind.,
