Major city · Cambodia
Koh Rongកោះរុង
Spend 2–3 days on Koh Rong for beaches, night plankton and cheap bungalows; ferry from Sihanoukville takes ~2 h.
Koh Rong is a low‑key island off Sihanoukville with white‑sand beaches, phosphorescent water and basic bungalows. A short ferry ride and limited services mean 2–3 days cover the main sights without rushing.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Dec–Apr
- avoid May–Oct (rainy season, some services close)
- Airport
- KOS
- Nights
- 2–3
Rules in force · 5Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…
- Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Cambodia ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal; lookalike sites charge extra. Some nationalities can also get a visa on arrival.
- Cambodia ↗Angkor Wat and other active temples enforce a dress code: shoulders and knees covered, or you are turned away at the gate.
- Cambodia ↗US dollars are used for most tourist prices; carry clean, undamaged small notes and some riel for change under one dollar.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Koh Rong117 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Koh Rong, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?US dollars for hotels, tours and restaurants; riel (KHR, about 4,000 to the dollar) for change and small street purchases.Cambodia-wide
- SIM or eSIMSmart, Cellcard and Metfone sell tourist SIMs at the airports with passport registration; a week of data costs a few dollars.Cambodia-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.Cambodia-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: Round up or leave US$1–2 where no service charge is added.Cambodia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/C/G. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Cambodia-wide
- SafetyLow serious crime; watch for petty theft on beaches and keep an eye on personal items.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, restaurants and at the Angkor ticket office and main temples; squat toilets with a hose or scoop on the road.Cambodia-wide
- Emergency numbers117 police · 118 fire · 119 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany shops close for Khmer New Year and Pchum Ben; government offices close all public holidays; Angkor temples open every day.Cambodia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportKOS Sihanoukville International Airport (Ferry departs from the town’s port, ~2 h ride).
- Getting aroundFootpaths link villages; motorbike rentals (≈US$5/day) from hotels; local fishing boats US$25 for island hops.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- BeerBeer (Klang can)US$1
- Budget bedDormitory bed, a night, per personUS$5
- Mid-range bedBungalow (basic), a night, per personUS$12
- High-end bedBungalow (basic), a night, per personUS$18
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$30 · Mid US$55 · High US$80
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- KOS Sihanoukville International Airport (Ferry departs from the town’s port, ~2 h ride)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Feb
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Mar
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Apr
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
May
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Dec
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Best: Dec–Apr. Avoid: May–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest Jun (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C) low), wettest Jul (14 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Koh Rong: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
2 rd
Feb
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
2 rd
Mar
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
3 rd
Apr
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
5 rd
May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
9 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
14 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
13 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
11 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
6 rd
Nov
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
3 rd
Dec
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Footpaths link villages; motorbike rentals (≈US$5/day) from hotels; local fishing boats US$25 for island hops.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Sihanoukville
goDoor to door: ≈2 h each way
Ferry from Sihanoukville port, about 08:00 or 13:30, 2 h rideFerry from Sihanoukville port, about 8:00 AM or 1:30 PM, 2 h ride
Check ferry schedule and drop‑off point with your accommodation.
Koh Rong Samloem
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Speedboat from Koh Tuich or Sok‑San, 30–45 min
Day trips for snorkeling and quieter beaches; book in advance.
Long Set Beach (Sunset side)
cautionDoor to door: ≈1 h
Motorbike or hired fishing boat from Koh Tuich, 45 min
Roads can be rough; only attempt in dry season.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Coconut Beach Bungalows
Rooms & tents from US$7/night; power evenings only
Monkey Island
Beach bungalows US$15–25 for 3–5 persons; meals US$3–5
Paradise Bungalows
US$30–50; water purification, limited daytime power
Lonely‑Beach Bungalow Resort
US$20–30; boat transfer US$20 roundtrip
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- US$30–45 excl. bed
- Mid
- US$45–70 excl. bed
- High
- US$70+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Bungalow (basic)2 × 2 nights × US$12 | US$48 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × US$55 | US$220 |
| Ferry round‑trip2 × US$15 · check | US$30 |
| Motorbike rental (1 day)2 × US$5 · check | US$10 |
| eSIM data (1 week)2 × US$15 · check | US$30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$34 |
| Trip total≈ US$93 per person per day, bed included | US$372 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and ferry not included.
Prices of common things
| Round‑trip ferry Sihanoukville ↔ Koh RongIncludes pickup in Sihanoukville | US$10–20 |
| Local fishing boat island hope.g., Koh Tuich → Bai Tau | US$25 |
| Meal at Khmer restaurant | US$2–3 |
| Beer (Klang can) | US$1 |
| Bungalow dorm bed | US$5–7 per night |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No ATMs on the island; cash must be taken from Sihanoukville (≈10% surcharge).
- Electricity from generators, usually only 18:00–22:00.Electricity from generators, usually only 6:00 PM–10:00 PM.
- Ferry schedules can change; confirm drop‑off point with your accommodation.
- Deforestation and waste issues – bring reusable bottles and pack out trash.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 117
- Fire
- 118
- Ambulance
- 119
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Koh Rongកោះរុង
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Emergency
- Police117
- Fire118
- Ambulance119
Embassy
US embassy in Phnom Penh; consulate in Sihanoukville (check address).
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Ferry Sihanoukville → Koh Rong: US$10–20 round‑trip, ~2 h (check)
- Motorbike rental: ≈US$5 per day
Say or show
- សូមទោស — Excuse me / Sorry (som tos)
- អរគុណ — Thank you (aw kun)
- តើតម្លៃប៉ុន្មាន? — How much is it? (tae tmlay pon man)
- បន្ទប់ទឹកនៅឯណា? — Where is the bathroom? (bantoap tuk nov ae na)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Koh Rong. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Dec–Apr · avoid May–Oct (rainy season, some services close) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 4 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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