Cambodia

Cambodia family holidays

It’s hard to beat Cambodia for a family friendly holiday. There are spectacular temples, tropical beaches and colourful markets. The food is mouth-wateringly delicious and there are friendly locals. And all of this is contained within a bite sized, remarkably wallet-friendly package.

The country is most famous for its breath-taking Ankgorian temples. And certainly even the most travel weary visitor will happily spend days exploring the hundreds of different ruins scattered through the jungle. However, there is so much more to Cambodia than just Angkor Wat and travellers are starting to spend a bit longer exploring this relatively undiscovered gem.

Family holidays in Cambodia - teenager exploring Angkor Wat

Angkor temple

The interior is home to rolling countryside of verdant paddy fields, dense rubber plantations and small villages made from bamboo thatch. Bullocks amble along rutted tracks pulling carts laden with produce. Farmers sell freshly cooked corn from bubbling vats outside their houses. And roads are dotted with sugar cane stalls where you can stop for freshly squeezed juice.

There are gorgeous beaches in the south and remote jungles in the north. There is also an attractive capital in the centre which provides a great hub from which to explore. It’s no surprise that Cambodia is quickly becoming one of our most popular destinations.

Explore the Mekong River by traditional boat

Why take the kids to Cambodia?

There is plenty here to keep the kids occupied! Some favourite activities on our Cambodia family holidays include:

Swimming from idyllic white sandy beaches
Temple-hopping at Angkor Wat
Searching for Irrawaddy dolphins on the Mekong
Watching more than a million bats fly out of a cave at sunset
Riding bikes along peaceful country roads
Eating lunch with a local family
Discovering remote jungle waterfalls
Learning to cook Khmer cuisine

The Angkor temples in particular are a child’s dream, dotted through the jungle in various stages of decay and restoration. They can clamber over ruins, climb on enormous tree roots, and swing on lianas that dangle from the trees overhead. Then after a busy morning of sightseeing, everyone can relax in a gorgeous pool at one of the many excellent hotels nearby.

Away from the Angkor Temples, there is a stunning coastline, lush and unexplored jungles, and picturesque small riverside towns dotted along the Mekong. All of this means that Cambodia family holidays are fantastic for children.

Check out our Top 10 activities in Cambodia with kids for further inspiration and photos.

Cambodia family holiday - brother and sister posing with dance troop

Meet a dance group at Angkor Wat

Combining Cambodia with other countries

Cambodia is absolutely deserving of its own visit and you can happily fill two weeks exploring the country as on our Cambodia Highlights itinerary. However, it also combines brilliantly with neighbouring countries in South East Asia. Vietnam works particularly well, with convenient flight links into Siem Reap (the base for the Angkor temples). This means that you can enjoy the best of Vietnam (staggeringly beautiful mountain and coastal scenery) with the Angkor temples. See our Cambodia and Vietnam Highlights for inspiration.

Laos also works well in combination with Cambodia. Spend time enjoying the sleepy riverside town of Luang Prabang with its golden spires and intricately painted palaces, before heading to Cambodia for temples and beach. Or Thailand is also a good contender, where you can enjoy the buzz of Bangkok and stay on a jungle raft in Kanchanaburi, before heading to Cambodia for the Angkor Temples and some more off-the-beaten-track beach time. Our Thailand, Laos & Cambodia itinerary combines all three!

If you don’t know where to start, get in touch and one of our regional experts will be delighted to assist.

Family holiday itineraries to Cambodia

All of our itineraries are bespoke which means that they are tailor-made for your own specific family. We will take into account the ages of your children, your interests, your budget and so on. However, to give you an idea of what you could do on a family holiday in Cambodia, have a look at our example itineraries, Cambodia Highlights and Highlights of Cambodia & Vietnam.

Also check out the various places that you might like to visit on your trip. If you need further inspiration, have a look at our Cambodia photo gallery.

Lastly, don’t forget to check what the weather will be like at the time that you want to travel. Or simply give us a ring and we’ll be delighted to advise you on the best Cambodia family holidays for you.