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The dry season from November to April is undoubtedly more popular among tourists going to Cambodia. However, it's during the wet season that the country is most beautiful. Late October and early November is the best time to visit Cambodia to catch a glimpse of both seasons. In October you can still see the most stunning scenery in Cambodia—lotus flowers blooming around the Angkor Wat temple. The end of the rainy season is also an excellent time to explore the jungle and secluded temples of Angkor, see waterfalls, and take a boat trip down the Mekong River. Make sure you try a local delicacy such as fried spiders! And the best time to visit Cambodian beaches when they are the driest and sunniest is from December to February.

33 things to do in Cambodia

Mango Season

March–July Food

Cambodian mangoes are among the best in the world

A Helicopter Flight above Angkor Wat

October–April Activity

See the UNESCO World Heritage-listed temples within the Angkor Archaeological Park from the air

Birdwatching at Prek Toal

January–May Activity

The sanctuary offers a great birdwatching experience and much more

Sweet Palm Juice

November–March Food

Palm juice is a delicious drink and a source of income for many Cambodians

Kampong Phluk Floating Village

May–October Activity

Enjoy idyllic floating village scenery from a canoe, passing houses on stilts, floating markets and floating temple at Tonle Sap lake, near Siem Reap city

Eat Some Bugs!

May–mid-December Food

Are you in the mood for crispy crickets?

Khmer New Year's Day

April 13–April 16 Event

Khmer New Year's Day is the happiest time in Cambodia when people wish each other peace, happiness, and prosperity

Fried Spiders

September–November Food

Find out how Cambodian spiders taste like

Angkor Wat International Half Marathon

December 1, 2024 Event

Enjoy a run inside the largest religious monument in the world—Angkor Wat

Explore Wildlife in the Ream National Park

May–July Nature

Peace and tranquility will get under your skin once you find yourself in the Ream National Park

Cambodian Water Festival or Bon Om Touk

November 14-16, 2024 Event

One of the most authentic festivals in Cambodia that attracts several millions people each year and marks a unique natural phenomenon—the reversing flow between the Tonle Sap Lake and the Mekong River

Mekong River Boat Trip

July–November Activity

Take a boat trip down the Mekong River and explore numerous Mekong Islands or head to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam

Pchum Ben or Ancestors' Day

October 1–3, 2024 Event

On this holy day, ask any local to bring you to the Pagoda, and you will take part in the spiritual Buddhist ritual

Durian Season

mid-May–July Food

Try the most controversial tropical fruit and find out whether you are among durian's lovers or haters team

Sailing in Cambodia

December–March Activity

A combination of low prices along with warm tropical climate and beautiful islands makes Cambodia a superb sailing destination

Paragliding in Sihanoukville

October–April Activity

Reach out for the rainbows paragliding above Sihanoukville—Cambodia’s premier beach location

Snorkeling

October–June Activity

Cambodia has two major snorkeling destinations: never sleeping Sihanoukville and alternatively calm Kep

Kayaking

October–May Activity

Take a relaxing kayak ride on the sea or explore the Mekong river

Jujube Season

October–February Food

Pear-shaped and not too big in size, the fruit resembles a yellowish apple with hard skin

Bamboo Train or Norry

May–October Activity

Ride the rails on a bamboo train

Royal Ploughing Day

May 26, 2024 Event

Take part in the nationwide future forecast on harvest, weather, and epidemics during the Royal Ploughing Ceremony

Visak Bochea Day

May 22, 2024 Event

Imagine yourself among hundreds of Buddhist monks, carrying bowls of lotus flowers in a holy procession around the city. This is how Buddha’s Birthday is celebrated in Cambodia

Deep Hole Fishing

October–April Activity

Try the easy way to fish: dig a hole, and...there's your catch!

Lotus Blooming

April–October Nature

See hundreds of lotus flowers in bloom near magnificent Angkor Wat temple in Cambodia

Angkor Jungles and Temples

May–October Activity

Get lost in the jungles of the Angkor area

Mekong River Dolphin

December–May Nature

Watch one of the rarest do​lphin species

Wash an Elephant

April–October Activity

Wash an elephant in a waterfall, deep in a beautiful jungle. This area is considered as the largest indigenous region in Cambodia; however it may change soon due to the tourism expansion

Local Tribes

May–October Activity

Visit indigenous people in the rural areas

Baok Chambab

November 9 | February 22 | April 13 | May 13–May 15 | May 21 Event

Ancient Khmer Cambodian martial art

Scuba Diving

October–June Activity

Explore coral reefs at the bottom of the sea in Sihanoukville

Sunrise and Sunset at Angkor Wat

April–October Nature

See absolutely stunning sunrise and sunset in Angkor temple complex

Rice Farming Season (Planting and Harvesting)

late May–September | November–February Nature

Rice plantations may be the best place to experience the local lifestyle

Chinese New Year

February 10, 2024 Event

Watch Lion and Dragon dances on Cambodian streets and get some luck for upcoming year during Chinese New Year’s Day

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