8 Must-Visit Cambodian Beaches and Islands

"Song Saa’s Royal Villa A mojito-making station, sunken bathtubs, and a private chef are just three of the perks on offer at Song Saa’s Royal Villa in Koh Rong, Cambodia. The two-bedroom overwater bungalow is located on the resort’s private island, where lodging includes only 24 rooms total."

"Party on Serendipity Beach Serendipity Beach is also known by the official name of Ochetenal, and if you are looking for a peaceful, quiet moment to reflect on life, this is not the spot. It's possibly the rowdiest party beach in all of Cambodia . It's a likely spot to meet fellow travelers, embark on a round of cold beers and/or a game of soccer on the sand. Once the sun goes down, the place really starts to liven up with fire shows, grills set up on the sand by local restaurants to cook the day's catch, and occasional fireworks, set off by young kids."

"Relax at Otres Beach A 20-minute tuktuk ride should cost you roughly $5 from the center of Sihanoukville out to Otres Beach, and as the tuktuk approachesthe line of palm trees atthe seafront, you'll be startled by the stark whiteness of the sand. The red dirt roadsmeet at a T-intersection,lined bysmall cafés, shops, a few luxury hotel properties, and about four times as many backpacker bungalows and hostels. Errant cows and chickens wander the pathways. On a weekday, in the mornings, there's a beautiful sleepiness to the pace of Otres, but as the day moves onward, more people arrive. This is one of the best places on Earth to experience a sunset so wait until darkto return to Sihanoukville."

"Scuba & Snorkle, Koh Tang Island Koh Tang Islandisamongthe region's best for scuba divers, with two wrecks to exploreas well as a wealth of marine life: barracuda, eagle rays, sting rays, leopard sharks, and whale sharks, and seven reef systems. Stop in Scuba Nation or the Dive Shop in Sihanoukville to arrange a trip to the completely undeveloped island. Please note that Koh Tang isrecommended onlyfor experienced divers, however, the snorkeling is quite appealing here, too.Theseason between December to April provides the clearest views below the water's surface."

"The Last Point on Koh Ta Kiev The Last Point, opened a few years ago by expats, wants to get guests off the grid. The resort, on a barely developed island off Cambodia's southeastern coast, isaccessible by a 45-minute ferry boat ride.Four dollars anight supplieseachguestwith a comfy, mosquito-net-draped bunk in a bohemian dormitory, with neither electricity nor running water, but with a definite charm. (Private bungalows are availablefor $30.) Afew creature comforts are provided at this quirky outpost—Pizzasare made in the wood-fired outdoor oven,morning showers use filtered rain water, and the bar is lit bya generator at night."

"To explore this national park, visitors travel on foot and by boat along estuaries through thick mangrove forests and over plank bridges in dense stretches of jungle. The park’s freshwater wetlands and evergreen forests provide a healthy habitat for hundreds of species of animals, but there are pristine beaches here, too."