Eastern Cambodia Voyage Tips and guide

Eastern Cambodia is a region of Cambodia and includes the following provinces: Kratie to the east of the Mekong, Mondulkiri (Mundulkiri), Rattanakiri (Ratanakiri) and Stoeng Treng (Stung Treng) to the east of the Mekong.

Map of Eastern Cambodia

• 13.746667107.0044441 Banlung - a small town and the capital of Ratanakiri Province.
• 12.25306105.975832 Chlong - most commonly refers to Chhloung, a district and town in Cambodia's Kratie Province, known for its rural Mekong riverside life.
• 12.48811106.018793 Kratie - is the capital of Kratié Province and lies on the banks of the Mekong River.
• 12.45107.24 Sen Monorom - is the capital of Mondulkiri Province and is famous as a gateway to natural wonders like Bousra Waterfall, its cooler climate, and as a hub for ethical elephant sanctuaries.
• 13.516667105.9666675 Stung Treng - is the capital of Stung Treng Province and on the Sesan River near its confluence with the Mekong River. It is famous for its rich biodiversity, stunning Mekong River landscapes, and rare Irrawaddy dolphins.

• 14.3257106.9981 Virachey National Park - is one of the largest protected areas in Cambodia, stretching for 3,325 km² (1,284 sq mi) established in 1993.
• 13.73107.0152 Lake Yeak Laom - is a volcanic crater lake and a tourist destination in the commune of Yeak Laom, Banlung Municipality, Ratanakiri Province. Around 700,000 years ago, a volcanic eruption resulted in the creation of the lake in Ratanakiri's mountain region. The shore of Yeak Laom Lake is circular having 800 m (2,600 ft) in diameter and about 48 m (157 ft) deep.

Eastern Cambodia offers a glimpse into a rural Cambodia, characterized by the Mekong River's islands, flooded forests and ethnic diversity (Khmer Krom, indigenous groups).

Mondulkiri is known for hills, pine forests, large waterfalls (like Bou Sra), home to the Bunong people and elephant sanctuaries (e.g., Elephant Valley Project). Ratanakiri is known for its Virachey National Park, volcanic crater lake (Yeak Laom), trekking, indigenous "Chunchiet" groups, gemstone mining. Kratie is famous for rare Irrawaddy dolphins on the Mekong River and ancient temples (e.g., Preah Theat Teuk Chhar). Stung Treng is known for its unique confluence of the Mekong, San, Sekong, and Srepok rivers, a crucial trade hub with Laos, and rich biodiversity including rare Irrawaddy dolphins

Stay strictly on marked trails in the countryside and around temples to avoid unexploded ordnance. Severe storms/flooding are common in the wet season (July-Nov); check media for updates.