What to prepare :
Preparing for your trip to Cambodia :
Some things to know and to prepare for your trip to Cambodia !
As a new rule has just been in-forced for the visitors to Angkor wat, please remember that shirts that cover your shoulders and shorts that cover your knees are required otherwise you will be interrupted in climbing up to its most top.
Climate :
Practically speaking, Cambodia has four seasons: 1) November-February, cool/dry; 2) March-May, hot/dry, 3) June-August, hot/wet, 4) September-October, cool/wet. The hottest days of the hot season rarely climb above 35 c, though the tropical sun can be quite intense. The cool season may push the midday mercury as low as 20c. The monsoons between June and October follow a fairly regular pattern with clear morning and 1-3 hour rains in the afternoon. December-January is considered by many to have the best weather of the year and though the cool dry season is generally more comfortable, the wet season has its advantages for the temple visitor. The temples are more photogenic with their moats and pool full the vegetation green and lush and the colors in the wet temple stone standing much brighter and more apparent than when dry. The temples are also less tourist during the wet season. And the regularity of the rains makes them fairly easy to plan around.
Bring your sun screen in the dry season and bring insect repellent in the wet season !
Visas and Entry requirements :
A passport with least six-month validity is required. A visa is required for most nationalities. One-month visas are available on arrival at the international airports in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh, at Cambodian Embassies and at most border crossings with Thailand, Vietnam and Laos. Tourist visa: US$ 20. Business visa: US$ 25. Visas are more expensive at some overland crossing points. Diplomatic, Official, Courtesy and Special visas are issued free of charge. One 4×6 photo is required. Tourist visa can be extended for one month, But only one time. Business visas can be renewed indefinitely. Renew visa through a travel agent or the Immigration Department located opposite the Phnom Penh International Airport.
Border crossing :
Cambodia shares international borders with Thailand, Vietnam, Laos.
Thailand : Koh Kong (Cham Yeam) , Oddar Meanchey (Chorm), Kamrieng-Battambang (Daung), Poitet (Banteay Meanchey), Pailin (Prom), Oddar Meanchey (O Smarch).
Vietnam : Bavet (Svay Rieng), Kaoam Samnor (Kandal-Mekong), Takeo (Phnom Den), Kratie (Trapaing Sre). The main border crossing are at Moc Bai and Chau Doc on the Vietnam side. Visas for Cambodia are available but Vietnam visas are not.
Loas: Stung Treng (Dong Kralo) visa for Cambodia are available at the border, visas for Laos are not.
There are many brands available in Cambodia but the most popular ones are: Angkor Beer, Anchor Beer, ABC Beer (Stout), Tiger Beer and Hennigan Beer.
What to bring :
Pack for hot, tropical weather with often fierce sunshine. Bring light, airy, clothing that will protect yourself from the sun and mosquitoes. The sun can be intense so also bring a hat, sunglasses and sun block. If you are coming during the rainy season, bring a raincoat and or an umbrella. Most things are that visitor may need are available in Cambodia, particularly in Phnom Penh, through certain prescription medicines may not be available.
Money :
Asia is continually developing and ATMs are now commonplace across the region. It is recommended that you take travelers cheques and a small amount of $US dollars in Cambodia. Taking travelers cheque will avoid unnecessary bank charges when withdrawing from an ATM and will also get a better rate than cash when exchanging money at the bank or currency exchangers, which are in most major towns and resorts. The US dollar is also widely accepted in Cambodia and can be used for payment at shops, restaurants and hotels.
Electricity :
The electric voltage throughout the region is 220 volts. Most British electrical appliances work well throughout Asia but you will find a universal adaptor is essential.
Some things to know and to prepare for your trip to Cambodia !
As a new rule has just been in-forced for the visitors to Angkor wat, please remember that shirts that cover your shoulders and shorts that cover your knees are required otherwise you will be interrupted in climbing up to its most top.
Climate :
Practically speaking, Cambodia has four seasons: 1) November-February, cool/dry; 2) March-May, hot/dry, 3) June-August, hot/wet, 4) September-October, cool/wet. The hottest days of the hot season rarely climb above 35 c, though the tropical sun can be quite intense. The cool season may push the midday mercury as low as 20c. The monsoons between June and October follow a fairly regular pattern with clear morning and 1-3 hour rains in the afternoon. December-January is considered by many to have the best weather of the year and though the cool dry season is generally more comfortable, the wet season has its advantages for the temple visitor. The temples are more photogenic with their moats and pool full the vegetation green and lush and the colors in the wet temple stone standing much brighter and more apparent than when dry. The temples are also less tourist during the wet season. And the regularity of the rains makes them fairly easy to plan around.
Bring your sun screen in the dry season and bring insect repellent in the wet season !
Visas and Entry requirements :
A passport with least six-month validity is required. A visa is required for most nationalities. One-month visas are available on arrival at the international airports in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh, at Cambodian Embassies and at most border crossings with Thailand, Vietnam and Laos. Tourist visa: US$ 20. Business visa: US$ 25. Visas are more expensive at some overland crossing points. Diplomatic, Official, Courtesy and Special visas are issued free of charge. One 4×6 photo is required. Tourist visa can be extended for one month, But only one time. Business visas can be renewed indefinitely. Renew visa through a travel agent or the Immigration Department located opposite the Phnom Penh International Airport.
Border crossing :
Cambodia shares international borders with Thailand, Vietnam, Laos.
Thailand : Koh Kong (Cham Yeam) , Oddar Meanchey (Chorm), Kamrieng-Battambang (Daung), Poitet (Banteay Meanchey), Pailin (Prom), Oddar Meanchey (O Smarch).
Vietnam : Bavet (Svay Rieng), Kaoam Samnor (Kandal-Mekong), Takeo (Phnom Den), Kratie (Trapaing Sre). The main border crossing are at Moc Bai and Chau Doc on the Vietnam side. Visas for Cambodia are available but Vietnam visas are not.
Loas: Stung Treng (Dong Kralo) visa for Cambodia are available at the border, visas for Laos are not.
There are many brands available in Cambodia but the most popular ones are: Angkor Beer, Anchor Beer, ABC Beer (Stout), Tiger Beer and Hennigan Beer.
What to bring :
Pack for hot, tropical weather with often fierce sunshine. Bring light, airy, clothing that will protect yourself from the sun and mosquitoes. The sun can be intense so also bring a hat, sunglasses and sun block. If you are coming during the rainy season, bring a raincoat and or an umbrella. Most things are that visitor may need are available in Cambodia, particularly in Phnom Penh, through certain prescription medicines may not be available.
Money :
Asia is continually developing and ATMs are now commonplace across the region. It is recommended that you take travelers cheques and a small amount of $US dollars in Cambodia. Taking travelers cheque will avoid unnecessary bank charges when withdrawing from an ATM and will also get a better rate than cash when exchanging money at the bank or currency exchangers, which are in most major towns and resorts. The US dollar is also widely accepted in Cambodia and can be used for payment at shops, restaurants and hotels.
Electricity :
The electric voltage throughout the region is 220 volts. Most British electrical appliances work well throughout Asia but you will find a universal adaptor is essential.