Kratie Nature & Cultural Tour

Details Itinerary

7:30 AM – Hotel Pickup (Kratie Town)

• Travel by tuk-tuk or private car
• Bring hat, sunscreen, camera, water
• Modest clothing for temple visits

8:00–9:00 AM – Phnom Sambok

•  Phnom Sambok
  • Small hill with temple and monastery
  • Climb the staircase lined with colorful statues
  • Large Buddha statues and peaceful pagoda
  • Panoramic views of countryside and Mekong

•  Quiet spiritual atmosphere
• Great morning light

9:45–11:30 AM – Kampi Dolphin Pool

• Kampi Dolphin Pool
• Home to the endangered Irrawaddy dolphins in the Mekong River.
• Experience:
  • Boat ride on the Mekong
  • Watch dolphins surface naturally
  • Learn about conservation efforts
  • Peaceful river scenery

• Best seen in morning or late afternoon
• Dolphins are wild — sightings are frequent but not guaranteed

12:00–1:00 PM – Lunch by the River

• Riverside restaurant near Kampi or Kratie town
• Try grilled fish, river prawns, or Khmer curry
• Relax with Mekong breeze

1:30–3:00 PM – Wat Sorsor 100 (100 Pillar Pagoda)

• Wat Sorsor 100
  • One of the most important pagodas in Kratie province
  • Known for its “100 pillars” legend
  • Large golden Buddha statues
  • Important local pilgrimage site
•  Rich in Khmer folklore
• Peaceful riverside setting

4:30–5:30 PM – Sunset Along the Mekong

Mekong River

• Relax at the riverside promenade
• Watch fishing boats return
• Beautiful golden reflections over the river

6:00 PM – Return to Hotel

Who This Tour Is Perfect For?

•  Wildlife lovers
• Nature photographers
• Cultural travelers
• Families
• Travelers heading toward Laos

What to Bring

• Light breathable clothes
• Comfortable sandals/shoes
• Hat & sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Camera or binoculars for dolphins
• Small donation for pagoda