Beach picnic umbrellas on clear beach at Song Saa

South Coast Cambodia

Cambodia’s beautiful south coast remains relatively undeveloped compared to neighbouring Thailand and Vietnam. Sihanoukville is the country’s leading beach resort which is rapidly being developed by the Chinese with many high-rise hotels opening. However, if you venture off-shore you’ll discover pristine beaches and unspoilt tropical islands.

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The famous Bayon temple jungle face carved in the temple

Cambodia Family Adventure – Angkor to Koh Rong

10 nights from £19,495 per family

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Luxury Cambodia - Temples, Jungle & Beach

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Cambodia Complete - Temples, Hidden Corners & Beach

16 nights from £6,595 per person

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Stand up Paddle boarding on clear sea at Royal Sands

Cambodia - Temples & Island Retreat

9 nights from £3,995 per person

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30 nights from £15,995 per person

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Beach and pool views from Six Senses Con Dao

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14 nights from £6,995 per person

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Ha Long Bay in Vietnam with boat and views

Vietnam Essentials & Beach

14 nights from £5,995 per person

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Thailand Jungle & Beach for Families

12 nights from £12,995 per family

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Hidden Thailand & the Eastern Islands

12 nights from £3,395 per person

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South Coast Cambodia highlights

Islands

Cambodia’s islands have seen a number of new openings - the jungle-luxe Six Senses Krabey, contemporary beach retreat - Alila Koh Russey and Royal Sands, an all-villa resort located on one of Koh Rong’s most idyllic white sand beaches. Song Saa was the first to open in this region, a refreshingly different retreat set on pair of small tropical islands which offers unique barefoot luxury in large overwater bungalows. This beautiful lodge is designed to resemble a Cambodian fishing village and works closely to support the local community and towards restoring the islands coral reefs.

Where to stay in South Coast Cambodia

Song Saa

The islands of Cambodia lie in the glistening waters of the Gulf of Thailand and the divine resort of Song Saa Private Island makes up part of this magnificent seascape. Set on two small islands, which are connected by a footbridge, you are surrounded by reef teaming with life. This is a private and intimate experience for the lucky few who are privileged enough to stay here. Just an hour by plane from Siem Reap followed by a 35 minute speedboat journey, it is the perfect place to relax after a visit to the temples of Angkor.

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Six Senses Krabey Island

A scenic ten-minute drive from Sihanouvkville airport, with direct flights from Siem Reap and Saigon, followed by a short boat ride and before you know it you’ve arrived in pristine, unadulterated paradise on the island of Koh Krabey. This idyllic sanctuary is the perfect antidote to a visit to the Angkor Temples and a sublime finale to a top-to-toe journey through Vietnam. Six Senses have transformed this tiny volcanic island into a gorgeous intimate jungle retreat, with 30 acres of jungle carefully landscaped to preserve the natural environment.

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Royal Sands Resort

Set on the beautiful island of Koh Rong with powder-white beaches that rival any found in the Maldives, The Royal Sands makes a gorgeous addition to any Cambodia trip. The island it’s nestled within is swathed in pristine rainforest and fringed by unspoilt beaches and kaleidoscopic coral gardens. While Koh Rong is a popular destination for off-the-beaten-track travellers, they often make a beeline for the opposite side of the island, leaving The Royal Sands to boast nearly 2,000ft of sugar-soft sands lapped by turquoise waters.

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Canvas & Orchids Retreat

Offering a wonderful wilderness experience, Canvas & Orchid Retreat is located in the south-west wilderness of Botum Sakor National Park, in a region called Koh Kong and is a great addition to a temple and beach itinerary to Cambodia. This is as remote as it gets and a few days of peace, tranquillity and beautiful scenery is the perfect tonic to reconnect with nature.

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