About
Koh Kong is a coastal town in southwestern Cambodia, close to the border with Thailand. It sits in the country's southwest, where the lowland coast meets the forested uplands behind it, and it serves as a practical gateway for travellers moving between the two countries.
What the town offers
Koh Kong is known for ecotourism. Its main draw is the surrounding landscape, particularly the Cardamom Mountains, a large forested range that rises inland from the coast. Visitors come for the chance to spend time in nature rather than in a built-up city, and the town works well as a base for day trips into the hills and along the shoreline.
Who it suits
- Travellers interested in nature, forest and slower, outdoor-focused trips
- Visitors crossing between Cambodia and Thailand who want to break the journey
- Those who prefer a quiet coastal town to a busy urban centre
Because the facts available here are limited, it is worth checking current details on transport, accommodation and tour options before you set out. Koh Kong is best approached as a place to slow down, explore the mountains and coast around it, and enjoy a calmer side of Cambodia.
