Cambodia Trek Expedition: 3 Weeks

Discover Cambodia like never before on this immersive 3 week expedition. From hands-on community projects in rural villages to trekking through vibrant jungles and exploring the world-famous temples of Angkor Wat, this trip balances adventure with purpose.

  • Location Cambodia, Asia
  • Duration 3 weeks
  • Expedition Type Trek

This expedition goes beyond travel – it’s about connection and impact. You’ll work side-by-side with local communities on sustainable projects that improve education, water access, and infrastructure. Gain real-world skills, confidence, and perspective while contributing to meaningful change aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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A fully supported expedition, from start to finish

Your expedition fee covers not just the incredible activities you’ll experience, but also the extensive guidance and support you’ll receive every step of the way. From the moment you sign up through your safe return home, our team ensures everything is organized and supported.

You’ll also need to plan for essentials like vaccinations, visas, personal gear, and a bit of spending money. Don’t worry—we make it easy. Once enrolled, you’ll get access to your personalized Traveller Gateway, with clear guidance and resources to help you prepare with confidence.

  • Round-trip international flights
  • In-country transfers
  • Expedition Leader (qualified and experienced)
  • Comprehensive travel insurance
  • All meals
  • Unlimited, safe drinking water
  • All accommodations listed in the itinerary
  • All activities listed in the itinerary
  • Entrance fees for all included excursions
  • All in-country transfers by private, approved vehicles
  • Project materials, costs, and management
  • 24/7 support throughout the expedition

This sample itinerary will give you a preview of what your expedition could look like. Please note that specific projects, activities, and camp locations may vary depending on local needs and conditions at the time of your expedition.

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Day 1 Arrival in Siem Reap, Transfer to Camp Beng Mealea Arrive in Siem Reap, where you’ll be greeted by our friendly Camp Cambodia team and transferred to your first camp. After settling in, you’ll get a full orientation and village tour with our Camp Manager before enjoying your first Cambodian dinner and resting in your traditional longhouse.
Day 2 – 5 Community Service Learning Project Spend the next few days working alongside the local community on meaningful projects that help improve daily life. You might help build water storage pots, repair school facilities, or renovate community spaces. Cambodia is one of the poorest countries in the world, and your contribution helps create lasting impact for families in need.
Day 6 Trek Preparation Day Get ready for your jungle trek! Today you’ll pack your supplies, learn how to set up your hammock, and practice using your cooking gear. Your trek will take you deep into Cambodia’s tropical forests, so preparation is key.
Day 7-10 Trek Embark on a multi-day trek through Cambodia’s vibrant jungle. Along the way, take in stunning scenery, visit sacred temples and pagodas, and spend nights sleeping beneath the stars or in local monasteries. At the end of the trek, you’ll return to Siem Reap for a well-earned shower, meal, and some downtime.
Day 11 Explore Siem Reap City Discover the best of Siem Reap with a day of exploring and souvenir shopping. Wander through the Old Market, visit Angkor Artisans to see local crafts, and explore the lively night markets packed with food, art, and culture.
Day 12 Explore Angkor Wat Temple Spend the day exploring the UNESCO World Heritage site of Angkor Wat. Enjoy a guided tour of the ancient temples and uncover centuries of Cambodian history hidden within the ruins.
Day 13 Transfer to Camp Beng Pae Travel to Camp Beng Pae (approx. 4 hours) and meet your new Camp Manager and crew. After lunch, you’ll get an introduction to the community projects you’ll support during your stay. Settle into your longhouse accommodation and relax for the evening.
Day 14-17 Community Service Learning Project Work alongside local residents on projects that support sustainable living, from building wells for families to improving school facilities. In the evenings, unwind with cultural activities, local sports, and time spent getting to know your neighbors.
Day 18 Transfer to Phnom Penh Travel to Cambodia’s capital city, Phnom Penh. Known for its rich history and vibrant culture, the city features riverside parks, lively markets, and delicious local food.
Day 19 Cultural Day Learn about Cambodia’s past with visits to the S21 Prison and Killing Fields. You’ll also visit Wat Phnom, a beautiful Buddhist temple built in 1372, and spend time exploring local markets for souvenirs before your final night in the city.
Day 20 Departure This morning we will say our goodbyes before heading to the airport ready for your flight home.

How you’ll make a difference

You’ll work on a range of projects throughout your expedition, each aligned to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and designed to make a significant and lasting impact on the region’s most critical issues.

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Cambodia – Sanitation, education, food and water security

The remote and rural community of Ta Lek does not have any mains water supply and the small reservoir that they do have is not big enough to last through the long dry season that they experience in this part of Cambodia. Without a water source, sanitation has been poor and the risk of disease high. What they do have is reliable source of ground water that is reasonably close to the surface. As part of our project work here that you may get involved in we are building wells to provide drinking water and water for irrigation to ensure a reliable source of essential food. You may also build toilets and it is our aim to provide a toilet for every household in the community.

UN Sustainable Development Goals

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No poverty

End poverty in all its forms everywhere

2 Zero Hunger Icon

Zero hunger

End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture

3 Good health and well-being

Good health and well-being

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages

4 Quality Education

Quality education

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all

5 Gender Equality

Gender equality

Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

6 Clean water and santitation

Clean water and sanitation

Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all

13 Climate Action

Climate action

Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts

15 life on land

Life on land

Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss

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Cambodia – Reforestation and English Teaching

Take part take part in a reforestation project in Beng Mealea to counter some of the vast deforestation that has happened throughout Cambodia.

Get involved and support the English teacher with English lessons to the local children in Beng Mealea at our purpose built English school near our camp.

 

 

UN Sustainable Development Goals

3 Good health and well-being

Good health and well-being

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages

4 Quality Education

Quality education

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all

14 Life below water

Life below water

Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development

Experience the local way of life in our authentic camps

Our camps are at the heart of every expedition. Built in traditional styles and staffed by local community members, they offer an authentic place to rest and recharge after a day of service learning project work.

Depending on your itinerary, you’ll stay in several of our camps. These could include those featured below.

Camp Beng Mealea

Camp Beng Mealea

This delightful rural camp is set on the outskirts of Teuk Lich village within Beng Mealea commune.

Accommodation is in the form of traditional Khmer stilted longhouses positioned in the shade of large banana and papaya trees. The camp is surrounded by paddy fields and pretty amazing views on all sides. On a clear day you can see the impressive ridge line of the Kulen National Park from your longhouse. And if that isn’t enough, there is the ancient ruined temple of Beng Mealea to explore only a short walk away, as well as a large ornate pagoda where the Buddhist monks live. You’d be hard pushed to find a more authentic Cambodian experience!

  • Location: 75 km (1.5 hours drive) from Siem Reap International Airport
  • Accommodation style: Traditional longhouses
  • Bed type: Comfy mattresses & bedding including mosquito net
  • Toilets: Composting toilets
  • Showers: Cold water showers & wash basins
  • Power: Mains electricity. 2 flat pin style power sockets.
  • Social area: Chill out zone, camp fire, hammocks
  • Signature dish: Khmer curry – Mild coconut curry usually served as a meat or vegetable curry.
Camp Beng Pae

Camp Beng Pae

Beng Pae is located in the village of Ta Lek and within the Beng Pae Wildlife Reserve. Surrounded by impressive pine trees, the camp is designed and built in the local hill tribe house style.
The camp is set at the edge of the village and so all your project sites are only a short walk away, allowing you to become a local in no time!

  • Location: 220 km (3 hours drive) from Siem Reap International Airport
  • Accommodation style: Traditional longhouses
  • Bed type: Comfy mattresses & bedding including mosquito net.
  • Toilets: Flushing toilets,
  • Showers: Showers & wash basins
  • Power: Mains electricity. 2 flat pin style power sockets
  • Social area: Chill out zone, camp fire, hammocks
  • Signature dish: Beef Loklak, Stir fried, grilled aubergine.

My time in Cambodia with Camps International was an incredible experience, I was able to learn so much about not only Cambodia but myself.

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Our local camp legends

Our camps are staffed by local community members who will quickly make you feel at home. These amazing team members bring each expedition to life and share the very best of their country with you.

Han Hoeuy

Camps International provides many jobs for local people like me, enabling us to work together with volunteers on projects which help our communities. Having travellers spend time in camps and surrounding villages helps encourage parents in the community to recognise the importance of education for their own children, paving the way for a bright future for the people of Cambodia.

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