Koh Rong is the second largest island in Cambodia. If you are looking for an untouched place where the beauty of the sky-blue sea meets with the whitest sand and beautiful nature, then you are in the right place. Koh Rong Island offers its visitors unique nature and a wild exotic touch.
Koh Rong is an exotic island that is a popular destination for all lovers of beach activities. As there is no massive tourism yet, you can enjoy exotic nature and almost empty beaches. For this reason, the place is being likened to the islands in Thailand about 20 years ago, before they were flooded with mass tourism. Unfortunately, it looks like Koh Rong is awaiting the same future. Most of the island has been leased by an investment group that plans to build large resorts, tourist sites, and even airports. So go ahead and visit Koh Rong Island before there is nothing left of it!
Koh Rong Island offers plenty of beach activities
Koh Rong is perfect for independent travellers and backpackers. There are no planes going to the island, nor do there are roads here. The only way to get there is by ferry. Boats sail several times a day from Sihanoukville village and the journey takes approximately 35 minutes.
The main street of Koh Toch dominates the island, which is right next to the beach. It is actually a street full of wooden houses, bars, restaurants and other facilities. You will simply find everything you might need for your stay here. In the evenings, the bars become alive with music and dance and every visitor can enjoy the atmosphere of a true beach party. The perfect place is the Police Beach, where the Full Moon Party is held regularly.
Lovers of luxury are sure to be delighted by the private resort Song Saa. Luxurious accommodation that provides its visitors with the ultimate comfort combined with nature. This resort was built in shallow waters near the island and only connects with it by a wooden walkway.
On the island of Koh Rong you can enjoy the beautiful sunsets every day
If you are looking for a quieter holiday option, here at Koh Rong you will also find your spot. The island is big enough and there is an impervious jungle in the very centre of it. If you choose to stay in remote bungalows, you definitely won´t regret it. Koh Rong offers up to 28 beautiful beaches, some of which can only be reached by boat or on foot through the island where the fairly wild jungle is located. There are no roads on the island, and you have to walk everywhere on foot.
Koh Rong offers beautiful beaches, white sand and clear water
When you come to the island, make sure to use one of a variety of excursions. These are offered at great rates and you can take a half-day or even multi-day boat trip around the island and its surroundings. You will reach the otherwise inaccessible beaches and you will be able to enjoy a variety of activities such as fishing, barbeque, swimming, visiting a local village, or romantic sailing at sunset. In addition to boat trips, Koh Rong offers a number of jungle trails and endless walks along the beautiful coast where you can discover new beaches. Keep in mind that the locals still live in their villages on the island so you can meet them occasionally with their water buffaloes.
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This looks beautiful, I would love to visit Cambodia and this island will definitely be on my list #TheWeeklyPostcard
Hi Baby Lovers Travel, if you want to visit Cambodia, this should be on your bucket list, yeah ..
What a gem you have found! The beach looks gorgeous. I will definitely keep it in mind for the next time I am in that part of the world. Thanks for sharing on #TheWeeklyPostcard.
Hi Anisa, yeah, but I am afraid, the Koh Rong going to change very fast, as the new resorts and other tourist are coming there, anyway I am happy I was there at the right moment !
Without heavy tourism, Koh Rong looks like a winner. #TheWeeklyPostcard
Hi dorothyadele, I hope the Koh Rong will be for longer time without heavy tourism..
You had me at NO TOURISTS!! Haha And with 28 beaches, some of which require walking to sounds like the perfect secret hideaway!! I definitely want to visit Cambodia and will now be adding this to my to-do list! Thanks for linking up with #TheWeeklyPostcard!!
Hi, thanks for your commment, i think it is about time, when the tourist will come for this island, but go there asap to enjoy such a beautiful beaches with no people.
It’s nog too often that you’ll see so beautiful beaches and no tourists. Perfect hideaways, indeed. I’d love to visit Cambodia someday. #TheWeeklyPostcard
Hi Anda, I believe there are still more places which are very beautiful and there are no turists, but I Koh Rong will change very fast and became more popular in the future, so..it is just about time.
I definitely save the location: no massive tourism in this kind of paradise is a luck! (for now at least!) Cambodia is on my travel bucket list – hope to visit Koh Rong one day! #theweeklypostcard
Hi Anna, thanks for the comment, yeaah, I recommend the visit the island for sure..
Reading your post, reminded me how much I still regret not making down south to the Cambodian coast and Koh Rong when we were in Cambodia last year. Looks amazing. #TheWeeklyPostcard
Hi Urska, it is not possible to visit all places, while you are travelling. But you have reason to visit Cambodia again one day.
That beach!! At first glance, we assumed you were in the Philippines, but no! Proving they don’t have a monopoly on beautiful sunsets and gorgeous beaches. Now we need to figure out when we can get to Cambodia to relax on that sand. Thanks for sharing on #TheWeeklyPostcard!
Hi Rob and Ann, I am happy you like this beach, even this is not Phillipines. I think the whole South East Asia is very beautiful and has nice beaches, not only Phillipines, but it is more difficult to find it.
Thanks for the information. I am going to combodia on 10th July 19.
That is great ! Enjoy your trip !