ITINERARY #1
THE FULL PACKAGE IN A DAY
Full day visit to Prek Toal bird sanctuary, traditional
floating village, and OSMOSE projects
(Available from September to March)
06:00 Your journey begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Siem Reap, followed by a car or minivan transfer to
the port, which takes approximately 30-40 minutes. From there, a boat will take you on a 1 to 1.5-hour
voyage to Prek Toal floating village, passing through the flooded forest and the expansive lake. During the
journey, your OSMOSE guide will provide insights into the unique hydrological system, the lake's ecosystem,
and its flora and fauna.
A picnic breakfast will be served for you on the boat.
Upon arrival at the floating village, you will switch to another boat for a visit to the bird sanctuary,
accompanied by a local ranger. Along the way, your guide's expertise in birds and the flooded forest will
provide you with the best opportunities to observe and understand this complex natural ecosystem. You can
also ascend to a treetop platform to view bird colonies using a telescope and binoculars. Please note that
during the low-water season (February-March), a visit to the treetop platform is not feasible. In such cases,
you will have more time to enjoy watching the birds feeding along the main stream inside the Bird
sanctuary.
12:30 Enjoy a unique and delectable lunch prepared by highly skilled cooks at a community floating restaurant
14:00 Following the lunch break, you will embark on a traditional Khmer paddle boat to witness how the local
community has adapted to their ever-changing, floating environment. This includes visiting a family residing
in a floating house to observe their local customs and engage in a conversation with the host about the
challenges and differences of living on the water. Your journey will then continue with visits to crocodile
farms, fish farms, floating schools, and floating gardens, providing a unique opportunity to experience an
extraordinary way of life.
15:30 Return to Siem Reap, back to your hotel at around 17:30
ITINERARY #2
A RANGER LIFE
An overnight visit to Prek Toal bird sanctuary,
traditional floating village, OSMOSE projects and
spending one night in a community-based homestay
(Available from September to March)
Day 1
13:30 Your journey begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Siem Reap, followed by a car or minivan transfer to
the port, which takes approximately 30-40 minutes. From there, a boat will take you on a 1 to 1.5-hour
voyage to Prek Toal floating village, passing through the flooded forest and the expansive lake. During the
journey, your OSMOSE guide will provide insights into the distinctive hydrological system, ecosystem of the
lake, and its diverse flora and fauna.
Upon reaching the floating village, your visit will commence with an exploration of the water-hyacinth
handicraft workshop. Following this, you'll board a traditional Khmer paddle boat to experience how the local
community has adapted to their ever-changing, floating environment. You'll have the opportunity to visit a
family residing in a floating house to observe their unique customs and engage in a conversation about the
challenges and differences of living on the water. The journey continues with visits to crocodile farms, fish
farms, floating schools, and floating gardens. This is a remarkable chance to witness an extraordinary way
of life.“
16:30 Following that, you will partake in a Khmer cooking lesson. Under the guidance of the cooking team from
the Community Restaurant in the floating village, you will be taught how to prepare various Khmer dishes
17:30 You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the daily life of the lake and witness the stunning
sunset in the village. A traditional dinner will be served at the Community Restaurant before the boat
transports you to the family who will host your stay in their floating home.
Day 2
06:30 After breakfast (or earlier for those interested in early bird watching), you will switch to a different boat for a
visit to the bird sanctuary, accompanied by a local ranger. En route, your guide's expertise in birds and the
flooded forest will provide you with the best opportunities to observe and comprehend this intricate natural
ecosystem.
You will have the option to ascend to a treetop platform to view bird colonies using telescopes and
binoculars. Please be aware that during the low-water season (February-March), the treetop platform visit is
not feasible. In such cases, you will have more time to enjoy bird watching along the main stream inside the
Bird sanctuary
12:00 You'll return to the floating village to savor a special lunch prepared by the expertly trained cooks at the
Community Floating Restaurant..
ITINERARY #3
GLIMPSE OF LIFE ON THE WATER
A One Day Visit Of The Traditional Floating Village
of Prek Toal And The OSMOSE Projects
This tour is recommended when the lake's water level is too
low and it is not possible to reach the bird colonies, but it can
be organized at any season.
08:00 Your journey begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Siem Reap, followed by a car or minivan transfer to
the port, which takes approximately 30-40 minutes. From there, a boat will take you on a 1 to 1.5-hour
voyage to Prek Toal floating village, passing through the flooded forest and the expansive lake. During the
journey, your OSMOSE guide will provide insights into the unique hydrological system, the lake's ecosystem,
and its flora and fauna.
Upon your arrival at the floating village, you will visit the water-hyacinth handicraft workshop. Here, you'll
have the opportunity to spend time with the women of Saray Tonle, the water-hyacinth handicraft
cooperative, and learn how to weave your own souvenir from your trip. These sessions play a significant role
in boosting the self-confidence of the weavers, and they also provide a unique opportunity for visitors to
engage with community members, even in the absence of a shared language.
12:00 Enjoy a unique and delectable lunch prepared by highly skilled cooks at a community floating restaurant.
13:00 After the lunch break, you'll embark on a traditional Khmer paddle boat to explore how the local community
has adapted to their floating and ever-changing environment. You'll visit a family living in a floating house,
observing their local customs and engaging in conversations with the hosts about the challenges they face
living on the water. Your journey will then continue with visits to crocodile farms, fish farms, floating schools,
and floating gardens, providing a unique opportunity to witness an exceptional way of life.
15:00 Visit the Environmental Research Station, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy a panoramic view of
the village.
Return to Siem Reap, back to your hotel at around 16:00
Program details:
ITINERARY #4
IMMERSION INTO TRADITION
An overnight visit to the traditional floating village
of Prek Toal, OSMOSE projects and spending one
night in a community-based homestay
This tour is recommended when the lake's water level is too low
and it is not possible to reach the bird colonies, but it can be
organized at any season.
Program details
Day 1
13:30 Your journey begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Siem Reap, followed by a car or minivan transfer to the
port, which takes approximately 30-40 minutes. From there, a boat will take you on a 1 to 1.5-hour voyage
to Prek Toal floating village, passing through the flooded forest and the expansive lake. During the journey,
your OSMOSE guide will provide insights into the unique hydrological system, the lake's ecosystem, and its
flora and fauna.
Upon your arrival at the floating village, you will visit the water-hyacinth handicraft workshop. Here, you'll
have the opportunity to spend time with the women of Saray Tonle, the water-hyacinth handicraft
cooperative, and learn how to weave your own souvenir from your trip. These sessions play a significant role
in boosting the self-confidence of the weavers, and they also provide a unique opportunity for visitors to
engage with community members, even in the absence of a shared language.
16:30 Next, you will participate in a Khmer cooking lesson. Under the guidance of the cooking team from the
Community Restaurant in the floating village, you will learn how to prepare various types of Khmer dishes.
17:30 You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the daily life on the lake and witness the breathtaking
sunset in the village. A traditional dinner will be served at the Community Restaurant before a boat
transports you to the family who will provide accommodation in their floating home.
Day 2
07:30 Breakfast ( can be earlier or later on request )
08.00 Onboard a traditional Khmer paddle boat, you will explore how the local community has adapted to their
ever-changing, floating environment. This includes visiting a family residing in a floating house to observe
their local customs and engage in conversations with the host about the challenges they face living on the
water. Your journey will then continue with visits to crocodile farms, fish farms, floating schools, and floating
gardens, providing a unique opportunity to experience an extraordinary way of life.
Afterward, you will visit the Environmental Research Station, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the
village.
10:00 Return to Siem Reap, back to your hotel at around 12:30.
ITINERARY #4
IMMERSION INTO TRADITION
An overnight visit to the traditional floating village
of Prek Toal, OSMOSE projects and spending one
night in a community-based homestay
This tour is recommended when the lake's water level is too low
and it is not possible to reach the bird colonies, but it can be
organized at any season.
Program details
Day 1
13:30 Your journey begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Siem Reap, followed by a car or minivan transfer to the
port, which takes approximately 30-40 minutes. From there, a boat will take you on a 1 to 1.5-hour voyage
to Prek Toal floating village, passing through the flooded forest and the expansive lake. During the journey,
your OSMOSE guide will provide insights into the unique hydrological system, the lake's ecosystem, and its
flora and fauna.
Upon your arrival at the floating village, you will visit the water-hyacinth handicraft workshop. Here, you'll
have the opportunity to spend time with the women of Saray Tonle, the water-hyacinth handicraft
cooperative, and learn how to weave your own souvenir from your trip. These sessions play a significant role
in boosting the self-confidence of the weavers, and they also provide a unique opportunity for visitors to
engage with community members, even in the absence of a shared language.
16:30 Next, you will participate in a Khmer cooking lesson. Under the guidance of the cooking team from the
Community Restaurant in the floating village, you will learn how to prepare various types of Khmer dishes.
17:30 You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the daily life on the lake and witness the breathtaking
sunset in the village. A traditional dinner will be served at the Community Restaurant before a boat
transports you to the family who will provide accommodation in their floating home.
Day 2
07:30 Breakfast ( can be earlier or later on request )
08.00 Onboard a traditional Khmer paddle boat, you will explore how the local community has adapted to their
ever-changing, floating environment. This includes visiting a family residing in a floating house to observe
their local customs and engage in conversations with the host about the challenges they face living on the
water. Your journey will then continue with visits to crocodile farms, fish farms, floating schools, and floating
gardens, providing a unique opportunity to experience an extraordinary way of life.
Afterward, you will visit the Environmental Research Station, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the
village.
10:00 Return to Siem Reap, back to your hotel at around 12:30.