Chi Phat Community

Chi Phat Community

Chi Phat Community

Chi Phat Community based tourism, supported by Wildlife Alliance, provides an authentic and immersive travel experience. Furthermore it allow’s visitors to stay in home-stays, engage in local activities, and directly contribute to the livelihoods of resident! Thus making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and adventurous travellers seeking genuine cultural interactions and sustainable travel options. Chi Phat Community is a renowned eco-tourism destination known for its rich birdlife and diverse biodiversity. Additionally the area provides crucial habitat for numerous bird species, including hornbills, kingfishers, and various raptors. Thereby making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts alike.

Chay Kpas Waterfall is a scenic natural attraction located in Cambodia. As a matter of fact it is renowned for its stunning cascading waters and lush surrounding landscape. Often visited by tourists seeking tranquility and picturesque views. The waterfall is situated in a region that offers opportunities for hiking, picnicking, and enjoying the serene beauty of nature. The Cardamom Mountains, located in southwestern Cambodia, are one of the country’s most significant and ecologically diverse mountain ranges. Known for their rich biodiversity, dense forests, and remote landscapes. This area is home to numerous endangered species, including the Asian elephant, tiger, and various bird species, making it a critical region for conservation efforts.

 

Duration:
3 days
Places:
3 places
Meal:
2 Breakfasts
2 Lunches
2 Dinners
Transport:
Private vehicle transfer
Motor Boat
Row Boat
Push Bike
Duration:
3 days
Places:
3 places
Transport:
Private vehicle transfer
Motor Boat
Row Boat
Push Bike
Meal:
2 Breakfasts
2 Lunches
2 Dinners
Group Size:
Tour is on an individual basis.
Dates:
01/01/2026 - 31/12/2026

Details

Chi Phat is a rural community located in the Cardamom Mountains of southwestern Cambodia, known for its eco-tourism initiatives and efforts to promote sustainable development. The community gained international recognition for its successful community-based conservation project, which aims to protect the local forest and wildlife while providing livelihoods for residents through eco-tourism activities such as jungle trekking, wildlife spotting, and homestays. This model has helped preserve the environment and improve the quality of life for the villagers, making Chi Phat a notable example of community-led conservation and sustainable tourism.

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Itinerary

This morning meet your driver in the hotel lobby at 7.30am, and embark on a private vehicle journey of approx 4-hours to Chi Phat Community. In the late morning arrive at the ferry terminal and enjoy a short boat ride to the Chi Phat Community ecotourism office.  Upon arrival, enjoy a local lunch and register at the CBET Office. At the conclusion of these formalities, you will meet your local community guide who will escort you to your bungalow in the village. Now you can enjoy a little free time to familiarise yourself of the local surroundings

Meet your guide this afternoon at 3.00pm and begin your exploratory journey by walking and a short bike ride to the Chay Chrey village and the Chay Kpas waterfall. Continue the afternoon on your bike and ride to Bold Mountain to enjoy an amazing sunset. In the early evening return to the village and enjoy a dinner of local cuisine at CBET Restaurant.

The remainder of the evening is at leisure.

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Included Activities

Private vehicle transfer from Phnom Penh to Chi Phat  Community

Boat ride from ferry terminal

Bike ride to the Chay Chrey village and the Chay Kpas waterfall

 

Included Meals

Lunch

Dinner

Transport

Private air-conditioned vehicle

Motor Boat

Trekking

 

This morning rise early at 5.20am to enjoy the runrise and an early morning birdwatching session via boat. Enjoy breakfast as the sun rises over the nearby hills, and enjoy the misty surroundings of the river on a cool morning. Once the sun rises, you will transfer to a traditional rowing boat to enjoy some bird watching in silent.

Arrive at Damnak Khos around 10am, and begin a light trek of 3.00km with your local guide to try your luck to see the wild animals, and even if you see no animals, your local guides will help you to spot and identify their tracks. In the early afternoon return to the pier and, enjoy a packed lunch of local cuisine on the motor boat, and return to the CBET office around 1:30pm. This afternoon is at leisure.

This evening enjoy a dinner of local cuisine served at CBET Restaurant.

 

Included Activities

Sunrise breakfast in a rural setting

Bird watching from a row boat

Light trek animal watching

Included Meals

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Transport

Row boat

Light trekking

Motor boat

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the CBET Restaurant this morning and then check out of your bungalow. In the mid-morning meet your driver who will provide the private vehicle transfer back to Phnom Penh.

Included Meals

Breakfast

Transport

Motor boat

Private vehicle transfer

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