In southwestern Cambodia, the journey described by Dorane Vignando connects the landscapes of Koh Kong province to the beaches of Koh Rong Sanloem. The route follows the Tatai River, from the forests of the Cardamom Mountains to the delta, before reaching the waters of the Gulf of Thailand.
A stop on the banks of the Tatai River
The story notably stops at the Thansur Tatai ecolodge, located on the riverbank with views of the Cardamom Mountains. Its owner, Sovann, a former lawyer in Phnom Penh, settled in Koh Kong province, where he welcomes travelers to wooden bungalows.
The report states that visitor numbers have been low since the border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand in 2025. Accommodations remain sparsely occupied, while some visitors find in this tranquility an experience away from the tourist crowds.
From landscapes to beaches
The itinerary juxtaposes the forests and mangroves associated with the Tatai River and the final stop at Koh Rong Sanloem. The island is presented as a place of tranquility amidst the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Thailand.
Published on September 27, 2026, the report thus proposes a crossing between the interior of the province of Koh Kong and the Cambodian coast, without further detailing the stages or the practical conditions of the stay.
Source: Le Nouvel Obs – Travel (www.nouvelobs.com)
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Author: Dorane Vignando
