Location
Gulf of Thailand, 25 km off Sihanoukville coast
Speed Ferry Time
45 minutes from Sihanoukville port
Top Beach
Sok San Beach (Long Beach) — 7 km of powdery white sand
Night Phenomenon
Bioluminescent glowing phytoplankton tours
Cambodia's Untouched Island Escape
For travellers seeking post-temple tropical relaxation, Koh Rong is Cambodia's premier island haven. Spanning 78 square kilometers of dense jungle interior fringed by 43 kilometers of powdery white sand beaches and coral reefs, the island offers an unhurried, laid-back paradise far removed from the mass-commercialization of neighboring Thai resort islands.
Glowing Bioluminescent Plankton
One of the most magical experiences on Koh Rong is taking a small night wooden boat away from light-polluted beaches. When you swim in the pitch-black water, millions of microscopic dinoflagellate phytoplankton ignite in a dazzling neon-blue underwater glow with every stroke of your hands and feet.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I travel to Koh Rong from Phnom Penh?
Take a 2.5-hour expressway bus or taxi from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville port, followed by a 45-minute modern catamaran speed ferry directly to Koh Rong.