About

Among the floating villages in Siem Reap, Chong Kneas is the closest one to town and easy to access, approximately 16 km. It consists of stilt houses and floating houses, which are regularly moved around according to water levels.

Due to the influx of tourists, Chong Kneas may not offer the most authentic floating village experience in the region. Nowadays, Chong Kneas has been popular with Chinese and Korean tourists, while other tourists from Western are visiting other places, so keep reading for other options.

Nevertheless, Chong Kneas remains a worthwhile choice for witnessing the daily routines of local families engaged in fishing, farming, and souvenir crafting. Numerous boat tours are available. While visiting Chong Kneas, take advantage of the opportunity to explore Phnom Krom, a nearby hill housing an ancient Angkorian temple and a vibrant Buddhist pagoda; offering stunning sunset views over Tonle Sap Lake.