Kep
Best time to travel
The best time to travel would be during the dry season of October to March, avoiding the monsoon season of June to September. Temperatures remain fairly constant year round.
Fly to
Phnom Penh or Siem Reap via Bangkok
flying time
12 hours and 30 minutes
time difference
GMT + 7 hours
Visas
Issued on arrival
Health Requirements
Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area
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Kep, a province on Cambodia's southern coast, is a former resort town known throughout Cambodia for its relaxed, sun-dappled beaches and mouth-wateringly fresh crabs. In recent years, the province has undergone a revival, with many foreign and domestic visitors making the trip to indulge in its luxurious beachside resorts, tropical islands, and toothsome seafood.
During Cambodia's golden years before 1970, this lush coastal region was a seaside playground for the affluent. Although Kep's beaches may not be in the same league as those in Preah Sihanouk, travellers seek out its tranquil atmosphere and unadulterated coasts.
A small section of the beach doubles as a regular crab-trading depot and the Crab Market (Psar Kdam) on the water's edge serves as a popular tourist destination. Fishermen bring in baskets of crabs by the boatload, and waterfront restaurants cook them fresh, usually boiled with a few fragrant sticks of famed Kampot pepper. Fish, squid and prawns are also on offer, often cooking slowly over coals at the front of all the restaurants.
For a relaxing day trip, visitors often travel to a nearby island such as Rabbit Island (Koh Thonsáy), which is only a short boat ride off Kep's coast. Here, you'll find beautiful seaside views, bamboo platforms and basic bungalows, and plenty of rustic charm. A boat back during the evening sunset is not to be missed.
Suggested Kep Accommodation
Knai Bang Chatt
Located right on the southern east coastline of Cambodia, the resort gives a blend of privacy, serenity and exclusivity, making it the perfect hideaway to escape to...
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