For an authentic on-foot adventure in Cambodia, all thrill-seeking adventurers will be interested in the package of 3 Days Aural Mountain Trekking Tour. Phnom Aural is the tallest peak in Cambodia that ensures the wonderful trekking in the off-the-beaten-track trails, spectacular flat landscape, rich wildlife, and ideal campsites. You will trek across around 17 hills to access the stunning peak of this evergreen site. At the height of 1.831 meters, Mt. Aural urges you all to step uphill through the Khmer village, bamboo forest, and river which are all fantastic for sightseeing. Also, the overnight stay in a hammock, tent, or local house will provide memorable safari experiences. You will cook outdoor, play campfire, befriend with nature, and mingle with the villagers. Let’s be the experienced trek team!
Destinations: Phnom Aural in Cambodia
You will enjoy our pick-up service from the hotel at 07:00 AM by a tuk-tuk vehicle according to the size of the group. The tuk-tuk drive will bring you to the designated meeting point. Upon arrival, the staff on the spot will aid you in loading your luggage into the car, so enjoy the spectacular drive to Phnom Aural – the tallest peak in Cambodia. The drive will take around 3 hours to reach Sre Ken Village that is nestled at the foothill of the mountain. You will have lunch in the village and then go for a hike around 12km. Let’s admire the beautifully flat landscape and the off-the-beaten-track trails toward the first campsite. It is fantastic to view the stunning Aural Mountain, dense jungle, and wild snuffing. The accompanied trek team will build a campsite amid the bamboo forest and next to the water vicinity that is feasible for cooking, bathing, and relaxing.
Trekking distance: 12km (8 miles)
Meals: lunch, dinner
Overnight in a tent or hammock
Start the day with good breakfast and hot coffee in the lowest campsite. In the next minutes, make sure you pack enough and trek to the second campsite at 1.200m. You will trek through the bamboo forest, on the narrow trail amid the lush jungle, and pass by around 13 hills. In the second campsite, take advantage of the house built by the non-government organization to serve the hikes. You can cook outside, unwind, and refresh. Later, the trek will go on toward the peak of Mt. Aural that is 6km away. Enshrined on the peak of the mountain are a little Buddhist temple and a house of Mountain Spirit where people pray for the best. Also, capture the Cambodia flag with the board of Mt. Aural 1.813m tall. Descend from the mountaintop to the second campsite for an overnight stay. The adventure will be more thrilling at night when it’s dark with creepy sound. Enjoy camping with campfire, cooking, and stories to tell.
Trekking distance: 15km (9 miles)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Overnight in a Tent or Hammock
The breakfast and hot coffee will be followed by an exciting trek through the hidden trail, across the tall trees, and fresh breeze in the early morning. You will climb down the hill to the foothill which is around 15km, on the familiar trail. After lunch, get on a local vehicle for a drive back to Sre Ken Village. Take your time exploring the Khmer hamlet and enjoying the fresh coconut juice. Later, take a private bus trip to Phnom Penh. Along the trip, there will be culinary opportunities to try the street food and local dinner.
Trekking distance: 15km (9 miles)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
End of the 3-Day Aural Mountain Trekking Tour.
Tour price: 525 USD per person and will be run from 2 participants up
Note: Best time to visit from November to June