Phnom Kulen National Park Tour with English or Japanese Guide, 1000 Lingas and Waterfall

The guide on this six-hour trip is licensed and speaks English or Japanese. Hotel pickup and drop-off are by air-conditioned van or bus, with mineral water on board. Phnom Kulen National Park, founded in 1993, covers 373.76 km2 (144.31 sq mi) in the Phnom Kulen mountain massif of Siem Reap Province, and its official name is Jayavarman-Norodom Phnom Kulen National Park. The route walks through forest and mountain scenery to the 1,000 Lingas, an ancient riverbed carved with Hindu images from the Angkorian period and dedicated to the god Shiva. The Phnom Kulen waterfall comes next, with time to relax and take photographs. The guide talks about the history, religion and meaning of a mountain regarded as one of the most revered in Cambodia. The park's other main attraction is the reclining Buddha of Preah Ang Thom pagoda. On the way back there are stops at a local market and a palm sugar workshop, where guests taste palm sugar with local people. Entrance fees for Phnom Kulen, food and drinks, personal expenses and tips are not included. Up to 15 travelers per booking, and the tour suits all fitness levels.