Siem Reap Prices

« 🌍 Tonle Sap Lake: a floating village, children in boats, life on water 🌊

🚤 One day, we decided to check out the floating forest while visiting the town of Siem Reap in Cambodia.

🚤 We traveled by tuk-tuk, which is a two-wheeled motorcycle with a cart attached. After a 10-kilometer ride, we arrived at the village.

💵 It cost $20 per person for a 20-minute boat ride on the river to the largest lake in Cambodia, and we found ourselves in a fascinating village.

🌊 The lake feels endless, like the ocean, and has no shores. The water is a murky brownish color. Along the banks stand fishermen trying to catch fish with nets. Nearby, women with baskets are busy. After catching them, they head back. There, you’ll find a fish market. They say, besides fish, some odd-looking dolphins can be found in the lake. They twist their heads in a unique way that is quite remarkable.

🚣‍♂️ The village has its own shop, a school-internet hub, police, and a typical cultural establishment for Cambodia—a karaoke room. In the evenings, the locals gather around the TV, taking turns singing. People float about in boats, while children are in their own little ones.

🥢 Besides fish, the village income comes from tourism. In the center of the village, there's a shop with souvenirs and a small restaurant. Of course, prices are higher than in the town, but still reasonable. I tried small river shrimp with vegetables and rice. The dish cost $4.50. Beer, soda, and water all cost about one dollar each.

😃 Before taking us to the restaurant, the boatman and "guide" showed us the shop. There, they played the song "Give me Money, White Grandpa." There were tears in the guide's eyes as he sang in a melange of Khmer and English, trying to evoke emotions as he performed.

- There is internet. There are children. No moms. No dads. Kids want to eat. Care for the kids!

🌾 A sack of rice at the shop costs $1, but they only sell it in 50kg bags.

😠 The man turned from a white man to a black one, and so the concert ended. The actors bowed.

Then on the forums, I read: this sack of rice, like expensive school supplies, returns to the shop when tourists leave...

🚤 We visited a restaurant where another 10 tourists arrived shortly after us. Together with them on their boats was a small group of locals. The main crowd consisted of children.
Final note - in the comments. »

« Hramovy Complex Angkor✨
Located just 4 km from Siem Reap, Hramovy boasts a vast area scattered with numerous temples. Tourist circuits are divided into small and large routes. It's highly recommended to rent a tuk-tuk (starting at $15 a day) which will take you around your chosen route, and you can relax while enjoying the ancient architecture of Cambodia. 😊
A ticket to the complex for one day costs $37, and there are also tickets available for three days and a week. However, it seems that one day is sufficient to explore the main temples.👌
I was impressed by this incredible place with its unique energy, especially if you arrive early in the morning to catch the sunrise!✨ The most beautiful temples, in my opinion, were Angkor Wat and Ta Prohm.
The only downside for tourists is the heat. 😅 »

« ⚠️ OSTRONNO, Angkor Wat. Part 1

Hello, dear friends! 👋 Today we finally made it to the magnificent temple complex of Angkor Wat. 😍

A bit of history: This cult structure was built in the early 12th century and remains the largest religious monument in the world. 😱

💰 WHERE TO BUY TICKETS.
Just google Angkor Enterprise (Angkor Ticket) and head to the building located on 60th Street, not far from Angkor. It takes only a minute to process. Prices: 1 day - $37, 3 days - $62, 7 days - $72.

🤔 CAN YOU NAPHAHLYU?
It’s unlikely you’ll get a chance, as all around the roads have checkpoints, plus there are guards, and at the entrance to each temple, your ticket is checked, along with a glance at your photo. What if it’s not you, but your brother-twin? 😱)) At the entrance, they take a little tear-off coupon from your ticket, meaning -1 day.

👵👶 DRESS-CODE
Here, as usual, you need to cover your shoulders and knees, otherwise, it’s an ay-ay-ay. Today we visited three temples, and near each, there was a market where you could buy clothes in case you forgot/didn’t know/lost something. 📸

🚗 HOW TO GET THERE
Options: tuk-tuk, motorbike, car, mini-van for 8 people, or a VIP taxi. Prices vary depending on where you want to go. Renting a bike is about $13 a day. 🚕 Tuk-tuk costs $18 for a small circle, $20 for a larger circle, plus an extra $5 for sunset/rise. A car costs around $35 for a circle. A mini-van is $40. Luxury car - $45. Full price list is on the store sign. 😉

To be continued.. If you have any questions, feel free to ask in the comments, I’ll cover them in future posts. 📌 »

« "I learned all about Angkor over breakfast, rented a local tuk-tuk for the whole day for $15, saved screenshots of the sights I wanted to see, and set off on my journey..." »

« On my last day in the country, I finally did it.. For $20, I had unlimited access to the entire temple complex for the day)). But honestly, it wasn’t as amazing as they made it sound online.. »

« The police are in cahoots with them, and they fine all tourists on motorbikes for not having the necessary Cambodian driver's license. The official fine is $250, but in reality, it’s usually around $50, depending on how you negotiate.

I decided to take it a step further and rented an electric bike. Essentially, it's the same as a motorbike, just runs on battery. Theoretically, the police shouldn't stop this type. I cruised around all day without any issues. Let's see what happens tomorrow. »

« Angkor Wat is located about 5 km from Siem Reap. You can get to Angkor by taxi, bicycle (but keep in mind, biking is not for the faint-hearted or anyone who loves to sleep in! It’s already hot by 9 AM!), or by tuk-tuk! The rental cost for a tuk-tuk is between $10 and $15 per day. Foreigners are not allowed to rent scooters.

For those who want to see the beauty of Angkor from above, there’s an option to take a hot air balloon ride!

Entry to the site is by individual tickets: $20 for one day, $40 for three days, and $60 for a week. We spent three days there, which is the minimum—one day is simply not enough since the area is vast and incredibly interesting, though the heat can be a challenge! The complex operates from 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM, so try to arrive by 6 AM! There are fewer people and it’s cooler then! »

« We chose to travel by tuk-tuk ($20/day), which picked us up from the hotel at 5 AM to watch the sunrise at Angkor. The little one fell asleep in the carrier without even opening his eyes. We packed some baby porridge (mixed in a jar from baby food) and a bag with diapers and small items (which stayed in the tuk-tuk and didn’t go into the temples). Don’t forget sunscreen and a hat! Food and water are available near the temples: a bunch of mini bananas keeps the kid happy all day! 😊 »

« For the third time, I greet the dawn at Angkor Wat. It's an incredible place that sometimes evokes a strange sense of nostalgia in me. I dreamed of visiting Cambodia for a long time, so I came here on one of my first conscious trips, 10 years ago. The second time (5 years ago), it turned out to be one of my most budget-friendly travels - I stayed at a hotel for $5 a night, ate noodles for $1, and it was totally fine ((:  »

« We tried to visit the floating village today, but the price of $20 per person for a 1.5-hour trip on a somewhat dilapidated boat didn't sit well with us. After reading some disheartening reviews from seasoned travelers on TripAdvisor and checking out photos on Google, we opted for some coconut candies and happily headed to a nearly private pool instead. 😊 »

« Hammocks are extremely popular here. They cost $5, and people carry them around with them. If they have to stop by car and wait for someone, they immediately pull them out of the trunk and look for the two nearest trees. »

« We're moving from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh (the capital of Cambodia). It's a 320 km journey, but they say it takes around 6 hours due to the poor road conditions and constant repairs, so you can't go too fast! So far, they've given us some pastries and water, and I'm really enjoying it! Let's see how I feel when we arrive! :-)) You can get from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh either by plane or by road! Flying is quick but expensive! You can take a taxi, but the speed will be the same as by bus, and I've heard it's bumpier due to the uneven roads! Taxi costs about $120, while the bus is $45 for three people! So we decided to give the bus a try! :-)) »

« The view from the room! Due to traveling around, I’m currently choosing budget hotels for up to $20 a night! There are guesthouses for as low as $5 a night where people stay, but I’m not ready for that with a child! This hotel offers a double room for $20 with breakfast, and we even ordered a third breakfast for Andrew without any extra charge! Since it’s not the main season right now, there are fewer tourists, and hotels are giving great discounts!

Honestly, this place is small, and the rooms are pretty basic, with some visible stains on the walls from the air conditioners, but it has everything we need: a restaurant, a pool with towels always available, an area to play ball, and shade. The room has all the essentials and is very clean (I saw them cleaning the pool and wiping down even between the railings in the stairways, dealing with ants and mosquitoes as well—we were asked to leave the pool area for 10 minutes while they treated the space). When we went out to the city, we hung up a "clean the room" sign, and when we returned, everything was tidy. Just 10 minutes later, they called us to check if everything was okay or if we needed anything else cleaned. 😊 Overall, for $35, it’s really amazing, especially considering the old exchange rate! 😄 »

« We arrived in Siem Reap and checked in... but we didn't really understand anything since it was nighttime. Upon arrival, they made us fill out four forms for the visa on arrival and the declaration, and for the visa, we needed photos and $30 each... Thankfully, I had both by chance. I thought it was just a stamp for entry! 😅 »

« "And here are the real elephants. If after visiting the elephant terrace, you suddenly feel like taking a ride - no problem. But the price is quite high." »

« Without Angkor Wat, tourists would probably not care much about Cambodia. Moreover, considering that the local currency isn't very strong and dollars are in circulation, a lot of things end up being more expensive than in Thailand. »

« Continuing the theme of "not just temples and ruins" :) while we had some time before our flight back to Thailand, we decided to check out a nearby place :) After reading a lot of reviews, we expected something pretty rough (kids in tubs asking for a dollar, etc.), but it turned out to be not as bad. It's not surprising, given that the entrance tickets cost $25 "per person" and an additional $10 for a second boat ride inside... Overall, it didn't seem too bad :) In any case, it's worth a visit, though the prices are not exactly what you'd expect in Cambodia :) »

« Continuing the theme of "not just temples and ruins" :) while we had some time before our flight back to Thailand, we decided to check out a nearby place :) After reading a lot of reviews, we expected something pretty rough (kids in tubs asking for a dollar, etc.), but it turned out to be not as bad. It's not surprising, given that the entrance tickets cost $25 "per person" and an additional $10 for a second boat ride inside... Overall, it didn't seem too bad :) In any case, it's worth a visit, though the prices are not exactly what you'd expect in Cambodia :) »

« Yes, by the way, everything here is in dollars, all prices are in restaurants, hotels, shops, everywhere. Even change is given in dollars :).

In my three days in Cambodia, I haven't seen any local currency yet :).

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« We finally made it to Cambodia! As soon as we crossed the border, we spent $70 on the visa and taxi. But on the bright side, we checked into a fabulous hotel! 😊 »

« A cool Khmer took us around for half a day in his tuk-tuk, waited for us everywhere, and all this pleasure cost just $15, which is considered a lot for them.  »

« The lion's backside without a tail at Angkor Wat. Cambodia was absolutely fascinating, such an unusual country... I was really shocked by the traffic regulations, or rather, the lack thereof. There are only three fines: for riding without a helmet, without a license, and the most expensive one for driving with your lights on during the day - just $3. You could practically drive while completely wasted! 😂 »

« The lion's backside without a tail at Angkor Wat. Cambodia was absolutely fascinating, such an unusual country... I was really shocked by the traffic regulations, or rather, the lack thereof. There are only three fines: for riding without a helmet, without a license, and the most expensive one for driving with your lights on during the day - just $3. You could practically drive while completely wasted! 😂 »

« Check out this guesthouse in Siem Reap, Home Sweet Home. Big, clean, bright rooms, almost in the center. They clean every day and provide drinking water. There's a nice garden and a large shared balcony. Downsides: a bit of unhelpful staff, internet only available in the common area, and high prices in the restaurant. Make sure to order online for $8. If you talk to them in person, they insist on $10. Settle in and enjoy! »

« For the first time in two months, I had a guy do my massage, and it was quite pleasant NOTGAY. 10 minutes - $1, but there are even cheaper options: $2 for an hour. »

« My new love is the market in Siem Reap. You can buy just about anything, and everything costs around $1 😊 I’ve discovered this amazing ability to haggle. It’s addictive! In just 4 days, I picked up 2 pairs of pants, 2 dresses, 2 t-shirts, 5 tank tops, a backpack, 2 scarves, a set of postcards, and some coconut wood sticks 😁 »