Tonle Sap Lake , Floating Villages

Life on the Water

Tonle Sap is Southeast Asia's largest freshwater lake and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. A boat trip through its floating villages offers a fascinating glimpse into a way of life that has existed for centuries , entire communities living, working, and going to school on the water.

The excursion takes you by boat through floating villages where you'll see houses, shops, schools, and even temples built on stilts or floating platforms. Your guide explains the unique ecosystem and the daily lives of the fishing communities who call the lake home.

The landscape changes dramatically with the seasons , during the monsoon, the lake expands to five times its dry-season size. Whatever the time of year, this is one of the most unique excursions available from Siem Reap and a perfect complement to the temple visits.