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8‑Day Island‑Heavy Cambodia: Koh Rong (3 nights) + 2 Nights Koh Rong Samloem + Sihanoukville Exploration (5–12 July 2026)

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Day 1: Arrive & Island Transfer

Sihanoukville → Koh Rong, Cambodia on July 5, 2026

1:00pm

Arrive Sihanoukville terminal

Clear arrivals and gather luggage; allow 45–75 minutes for terminal queues and transfer to the ferry pier depending on traffic.
USD0, 45m

3:00pm

Speed ferry to Koh Rong (Long Set / Koh Touch)

Public speed ferry from Sihanoukville pier to Long Set/Koh Touch — book tickets in advance where possible; schedules change seasonally (mid‑morning to late afternoon runs).
USD21, 45m

4:30pm

Shuttle to Golden Beach Resort (or similar)

Short land shuttle from the pier to your resort (approx. 30–45 minutes); check-in, unpack and freshen up.
USD8, 40m

5:15pm

Settle & Beach Walk

Stroll the beachfront, swim or relax by the pool — an easy way to recover from travel and check out nearby dining options.
USD0, 45m

7:00pm

Dinner — The Secret Garden Bar & Restaurant

Beachfront spot serving seafood and grilled dishes with a relaxed vibe; good first‑night option (typical opening: ~5:00pm–10:30pm).
USD12, 1h

Day 2: Snorkel & Sunset

Koh Rong, Cambodia on July 6, 2026

7:30am

Breakfast at Golden Beach Resort

Buffet breakfast at the resort (usually 7:00–10:00am) to fuel up for a day on the water.
USD0, 45m

1:00pm

Tour pickup — Afternoon snorkel

Operator picks up from Long Set/Koh Touch at 1:00pm for an afternoon snorkel trip; confirm pickup point the day before. (If you prefer morning trips ask operators locally — many run both).
USD70, 30m

1:30pm

Snorkelling + Beach BBQ

Boat visits 2–3 reef spots (hard & soft corals), then a beach stop with BBQ lunch — great for marine life viewing and a sunset beach break; typical tour hours 1:30pm–6:30pm.
USD70, 5h0m

7:00pm

Return + Dinner

Drop‑off back at Long Set/Koh Touch and dinner at your resort or a beachfront shack — most places open until ~10:00–22:00.
USD10, 1h

9:00pm

Optional glowing plankton check (seasonal)

If conditions are right, take a short boat check or ask your tour operator about a plankton spot; visibility is seasonal and weather‑dependent but very memorable.
USD0-8, 30m

Day 3: Scooter Loop

Koh Rong, Cambodia on July 7, 2026

7:30am

Breakfast at resort

Fuel up with the included buffet breakfast before a full day exploring by scooter.
USD0, 45m

8:30am

Hire scooter

Collect a hire scooter from your resort or the main rental spot — check helmet condition, fuel policy and local road conditions. Rentals usually start 8:00am onward.
AUD20, 15m

9:00am

Coastal ride to Sok San Village

Ride west along the coast to Sok San Village to see fishing life, local Khmer houses and quiet beaches; coastal tracks can be sandy — ride carefully.
USD0, 1h

11:30am

Lunch — Sok San Village seafood

Enjoy fresh grilled fish or crab at a village restaurant open late morning–afternoon — authentic, fresh and cheap.
USD10, 1h

1:00pm

Jungle trails & hidden coves

Head inland to short trails and secluded coves for swims and photos — expect gravel/sandy tracks; bring water and closed shoes for trails.
USD0, 1h30m

3:30pm

Long Set (4K) Beach stop

Relax, swim or take photos on the long white-sand stretch before heading to the sunset viewpoint.
USD0, 1h

5:00pm

Hike to sunset viewpoint (near Koh Touch)

Park the scooter and hike ~30 minutes up to a local viewpoint for panoramic island views — best 30–60 minutes before sunset.
USD0, 45m

6:30pm

Return scooter & dinner

Drop the scooter back at your resort and have dinner at a beachfront restaurant — many open 6:00pm–10:30pm.
AUD20, 1h

Day 4: To Samloem & Explore

Koh Rong → Koh Rong Samloem (Saracen Bay), Cambodia on July 8, 2026

8:00am

Leisurely breakfast + check-out

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and pack; check-out times vary but request luggage hold if you have a later ferry.
USD0, 1h

10:00am

Ferry to Koh Rong Samloem (Saracen Bay)

Public ferry crossing between Koh Rong and Koh Rong Samloem — schedules change seasonally so confirm the day prior; crossing about 30–45 minutes.
USD15, 45m

11:30am

Check-in at Saracen Bay accommodation

Walk from the pier to your beachfront guesthouse, check-in and drop bags; Saracen Bay is calm and ideal for easy swimming and beach time.
USD0, 30m

12:30pm

Lunch — Saracen Bay beachfront shack

Simple Khmer and seafood dishes on the sand; many stalls/restaurants serve lunch until mid-afternoon.
USD10, 1h

2:00pm

Kayak rental & beach exploration

Rent a kayak and paddle along the bay or to nearby small coves; kayaks are typically available by the hour (kayak crossings to secluded spots vary by tide/conditions).
USD12, 2h

4:30pm

Sunset viewpoint walk

Short hike to the Saracen Bay headland for sunset views — trails are daylight‑hours only and best an hour before sunset.
USD0, 45m

7:00pm

Dinner — beachfront restaurant

Choose among beachside restaurants for fresh seafood or Khmer-style curries; many open into the evening (~9:30–10:00pm).
USD12, 1h

Day 5: Samloem Busy Day

Koh Rong Samloem (Saracen Bay), Cambodia on July 9, 2026

7:30am

Breakfast at guesthouse

Early beachfront breakfast (usually 7:00–9:00am) to prepare for a full day of activity.
USD0, 45m

8:30am

Full‑day snorkel & island boat trip

Local operators run full‑day snorkel tours visiting offshore reefs and smaller islands; expect snorkeling, a beach stop and a beach BBQ lunch — morning departures typically 8:30am–1:00pm or 9:00am–2:00pm depending on operator. Book a day in advance.
USD60, 4h30m

1:30pm

Beach BBQ lunch or riverside shack

A post-snorkel BBQ or a beachfront meal — simple, fresh and usually included in tour or available locally.
USD10, 1h

2:45pm

Boat to Lazy Beach / short jungle hike

Take a local boat (or kayak if you prefer) to Lazy Beach, then hike the 20–30 minutes through jungle to the viewpoint/cove — great for secluded swimming and photos. Access is day‑time only.
USD15, 2h

5:15pm

Return to Saracen Bay + massage

Return to base and treat yourself to a 60‑minute beach massage to relax after a big day; many therapists operate until early evening.
USD15, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner — Saracen Bay restaurants

Enjoy a relaxed meal on the sand — seafood, Khmer and western options; check closing times but most will serve through 9:30pm.
USD12, 1h

9:30pm

Evening plankton check (seasonal)

If you haven’t seen bioluminescent plankton yet, ask your host about a short night check — seasonal and weather-dependent but often visible in calm bays.
USD5, 30m

Day 6: Return Mainland

Koh Rong Samloem → Sihanoukville (Otres), Cambodia on July 10, 2026

8:00am

Breakfast & check-out

Relaxed breakfast and pack; request any baggage hold from the guesthouse if you have a later ferry.
USD0, 1h

10:00am

Ferry to Sihanoukville (Otres transfer)

Mid-morning ferry to the mainland; confirm operator and pier—ferry crossings typically 30–60 minutes depending on route and stops.
USD21, 45m

11:30am

Transfer & check-in at Otres hotel

Shuttle or taxi to your Otres Beach hotel and check in; Otres is quieter and ideal for exploring local eateries and beach bars.
USD8, 45m

1:30pm

Phsar Leu Market visit & street food lunch

Tuk‑tuk to Phsar Leu Market to browse produce, handicrafts and street food — market hours typically early morning through late afternoon, with lunch stalls open midday.
USD6, 1h30m

4:00pm

Independence Beach or Otres swim + sunset

Spend late afternoon swimming and walking on Independence or Otres Beach; facilities are limited but scenery is excellent for photos and sunset drinks.
USD0, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner — Otres beachfront restaurant

Enjoy seafood or Khmer classics with ocean views; many places run live acoustic music in the evening (typical dinner service 6:00–10:30pm).
USD12, 1h

Day 7: Sihanoukville Explore

Sihanoukville (Otres & surrounds), Cambodia on July 11, 2026

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Eat early and prepare for a full day of local exploration — many cafés open 7:00am onwards.
USD0, 30m

8:00am

Kbal Chhay Waterfalls trip

Tuk‑tuk or taxi (~30–45 min) to Kbal Chhay waterfalls for a morning hike and swim — waterfall access is generally daytime (approx. 8:00am–5:00pm); bring swimwear and shoes.
USD6, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch — local restaurant

Return to Otres for lunch at a beachside café offering Khmer and western options.
USD10, 1h

2:00pm

Wat Leu Pagoda & viewpoint

Short tuk‑tuk to Wat Leu (open ~6:00am–6:00pm) to explore the hilltop temple and enjoy sea/city views; dress respectfully (shoulders & knees covered).
USD0, 45m

3:30pm

Beach time or kayak rental

Relax on Otres Beach or rent a kayak for an hour or two — kayak rentals typically available through beach vendors (~USD10–15/hour).
USD12, 1h30m

6:30pm

Sunset walk & drinks

Stroll Otres Beach at dusk, stop at a beachfront bar for a cocktail and live music — many venues have entertainment from early evening.
USD8, 1h

8:30pm

Dinner — farewell night

Enjoy a final seafood feast or Khmer banquet at an Otres beachfront restaurant; try a Khmer fish amok or fresh grilled lobster if available.
USD15, 1h30m

Day 8: Depart

Sihanoukville, Cambodia on July 12, 2026

6:30am

Breakfast & pack

Early breakfast, final packing and confirm your airport/port transfer time with the hotel; allow extra time if traffic or ferry/flight check-in is required.
USD0, 1h

8:30am

Transfer to Sihanoukville airport/terminal

Hotel shuttle or taxi to the airport/port — aim to arrive 90–120 minutes before domestic or short‑haul international flights.
USD12, 1h

10:30am

Flight / onward travel

Depart Sihanoukville on your scheduled flight or continue onward travel. Safe travels!
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