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White-sand horizons
Beach days on the quieter western shore.
Cambodia · Independent island guide
Find your wild side of the island.
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Plan the trip in six steps✦ 19 markers · hover for names · tap to explore
See the island
More than a pin on a map.
A first visual moodboard for the guide. These temporary sourced images will be replaced by licensed local and government photography.
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Into the mangroves
Kayak through the green channels near Prek Svay.
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Turquoise water
Swim, snorkel and slow down on the east coast.
Start here
How to get to Koh Rong.
Six decisions, in the right order. Prices and schedules are checked against their source—but always reconfirm before travel.
Book your flight
Compare flights into Phnom Penh or Sihanoukville. Phnom Penh usually gives you more international options; leave a safe buffer before any onward ferry connection.
Flight planningGet your Cambodia visa
Use Cambodia’s official e-Visa site. The tourist Visa T is currently US$30 for a single entry and a one-month stay; check nationality eligibility and passport requirements before paying.
Official e-VisaTravel to Sihanoukville
Reach the coast by connecting flight, private car, bus or train. Leave enough time between your mainland arrival and ferry check-in—delays can happen.
Transport checklistBoat to the right pier
Choose your island beach before buying the ferry. Operators use different mainland departure points and Koh Rong stops, so confirm both piers in writing.
Ferry guideChoose your hotel
Use the Hotels layer to compare bases. Ask the property which ferry stop, luggage transfer and final road or boat connection they recommend.
Show hotelsPlan your itinerary
Mix beaches, village time, mangroves, sunset, snorkelling and one or two night experiences without over-packing each day.
Explore the mapFlights to Cambodia
Phnom Penh is the flexible gateway.
Compare an international arrival into Phnom Penh with a through-ticket to Sihanoukville. Build in a generous connection buffer and avoid a same-day ferry if a delayed flight would leave you stranded.
- Check baggage rules across separate tickets.
- Keep one flexible night on the mainland when timings are tight.
- Flight affiliate links will only be added after the provider confirms this account is eligible.
Ferries & piers
Your hotel decides your best boat.
Common operators include Speed Ferry Cambodia, Island Speed Boat Cambodia, Buva Sea, Angkor Speed Ferry and GTVC. Mainland services can leave from Sihanoukville Autonomous Port or Ochheuteal/Serendipity Pier. Koh Rong has several arrival points, including Koh Touch and beach-specific stops.
- Book only after confirming your accommodation’s beach.
- Ask for the departure pier and island arrival pier in writing.
- Recheck times the day before; weather and demand can change routing.
Onward transport
Do not treat Koh Touch as the whole island.
Road taxis, resort shuttles, local boats and ferry transfers connect different areas. Arrange late arrivals ahead, carry enough cash, and ask your hotel about luggage and the final connection.
- Agree the route and price before a taxi or boat journey.
- Use a life jacket and avoid uncertain night crossings.
- Save your hotel’s phone number offline.
Visa scam check
The official tourist e-Visa is US$30.
As currently published by Cambodia’s official e-Visa service, Visa T allows a one-month stay, is valid for entry within three months of issue and normally takes three business days. Use only the government site ending in evisa.gov.kh.
- Third-party sites may add large service fees.
- Check that your passport has more than six months remaining.
- Complete Cambodia e-Arrival separately when required.