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Koh Rong Sanloem: Private Island Escape & Snorkel Safari

Board a private speedboat to Cambodia's most breathtaking island — Koh Rong Sanloem — where powder-white Saracen Bay curves into jade-green water. Snorkel vibrant reefs, laze on near-deserted beaches, and savor a freshly grilled seafood lunch under a palm canopy.

What to expect

A 45-minute speedboat crossing delivers you to Saracen Bay, consistently rated one of Southeast Asia's most beautiful beaches. You'll have time to snorkel the coral gardens teeming with reef fish, swim in warm turquoise water, and explore the island's jungle-fringed interior trails. A fresh seafood lunch — grilled barracuda, tiger prawns, coconut rice — is arranged at one of the bay's stilted beach restaurants. The return crossing at golden hour turns the horizon amber and rose.

Book it with
Sihanoukville Tourist Port (official ferry & speedboat operator)
USD 60 return (standard speedboat); private charter from approx. USD 250–350 for the vessel
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Good to know

Ferries depart Sihanoukville Tourist Port; pre-book a private speedboat charter directly to ensure priority departure and return timing aligned with your all-aboard. Carry USD cash for lunch. Island is phone-signal-free — a genuine digital detox.

Sail there

Luxury cruises that call at Sihanoukville — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Oceania · Oceania Nautica
11 nights · calls at Sihanoukville
from $3,225
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Oceania · Oceania Riviera
12 nights · calls at Sihanoukville
from $4,599
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Viking Ocean · Viking Orion
14 nights · calls at Sihanoukville
from $6,499
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Viking Ocean · Viking Venus
14 nights · calls at Sihanoukville
from $6,799
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