Kep, Cambodia Travel Guide

✅Must-see attractions: • Kep Beach: The water is shallow, making it perfect for swimming🌊. The beach is full of tourists having fun. There are large statues and small sculptures of mythical figures like the Monkey King and the Fish Spirit. The large trees on the shore provide shade, making it a great place to relax and eat. • Crab Market: Kep is famous for its crabs🦀. You can buy freshly caught crabs from the fishermen for about USD 15 per kilogram. You can also have the crabs cooked by the vendors for 2,000-10,000 riel per kilogram. The crabs are fresh and delicious. • Kep National Park: If you want to experience the fresh greenery of nature, you can hike or bike in Kep National Park. Climb to the top of the mountain and enjoy the view of Kep's coastal scenery and the charm of nature. • Rabbit Island: Named for its rabbit-like shape, it is located 4 km south of Kep and covers an area of 4 square kilometers. It takes about 30 minutes to get there by boat. The island has a white sandy beach that stretches for hundreds of meters, swaying palm trees, and absolute tranquility. • Pepper Farm: Pepper is a specialty of Kep and a world geographical indication product. The pepper farm in Kep is a highlight of agritourism and worth a visit. 🚉Transportation tips: • Getting to Kep: There are long-distance buses to and from Kep every day from Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville, and Kampot. You can also take a private taxi or carpool. Kep is only 24 km from the Vietnamese border, so you can cross the border to Kep after your trip to Phu Quoc Island or Saigon in Vietnam, or you can go to Vietnam after your trip to Kep. 🏨Accommodation recommendations • French-style villas: There are many French-style villas in Kep. You can choose to stay in a mountain inn to experience nature or stay in a seaside resort to watch the sunset slowly fall. • Seaside inns and hotels: Inns and hotels in the seaside mountains and forests are also a good choice, allowing you to enjoy nature while experiencing a comfortable accommodation environment. 📅Best time to visit The best time to visit Kep is from November to March when the weather is cool and comfortable. 📝Tips • Book your hotel in advance: According to last year's travel data, all hotels in Kep were booked around New Year's Day, so if you want to visit Kep, remember to book your hotel in advance. • Try the local food: In addition to crabs, Kep has many other delicious seafood and specialty dishes, so try them all. I hope this guide will help you plan your trip to Kep and enjoy this beautiful coastal city! 🌟