Sacred Kulen Trails Moto Ride

Smiling Cambodian guide sitting on a motorbike in a forested area of Phnom Kulen, surrounded by other parked bikes and tropical greenery

A backroads journey to jungle temples and jungle-carved elephants only reachable by motorbike

Hop on the back of a motorbike with a local guide and ride deep into the Phnom Kulen highlands—far beyond where tour buses and paved roads can go. Carved into jungle cliffs and tangled in roots, ancient temples, stone carvings, and sacred sites reveal themselves along hidden trails. This isn’t the typical tourist route—it’s a raw, unforgettable adventure into Cambodia’s spiritual heart.

Description

This rugged motorbike tour begins with a pickup from your hotel in Siem Reap and a scenic drive to the base of Phnom Kulen. From there, you’ll ride on the back of a local’s moto deep into the jungle. The route follows red dirt trails and unmarked paths to five remote spiritual sites, including the famous Elephant Pond (Srah Damrei), stone temples, and a dramatic sandstone cliff with sweeping views over the forest.

You’ll see a side of Cambodia that’s invisible from the road — the one locals know, monks walk, and history forgot. Want more? At the end of the loop, choose to unwind with a waterfall swim or visit the mystical 1000 Lingas riverbed, depending on your energy and curiosity.

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Highlights

• Ride pillion with an experienced local guide — no riding skills needed
• Visit sacred sites deep in the jungle, only accessible by motorbike
• Enjoy sweeping views from Amazing Cliff (Poeng Ta Kho)
• Discover remote temples like Poeng Tbal and Aram Rong Chen
• See the sandstone elephant and lion statues at Srah Damrei
• Optional visit to the 1000 Lingas or Kulen Waterfall at tour’s end

Itinerary

07:30 AM – Pickup from hotel in Siem Reap
08:30 AM – Arrive at Kulen base camp, safety briefing
08:45 AM – Begin moto adventure (helmet provided)

First stop:
• Amazing Cliff (Poeng Ta Kho) – sweeping jungle views

Continue to the loop:
• Poeng Tbal – meditation carvings and rock reliefs
• Aram Rong Chen Temple – hidden jungle shrine
• Damrei Krab Temple – remote brick ruin
• Srah Damrei – Elephant Pond, sandstone sculptures

12:00 PM – Lunch in the mountains

12:45 PM – Optional add-on (either):
• Swim at Kulen Waterfall
• Hike to Kbal Spean – 1000 Lingas river carvings

01:30–02:00 PM – Return ride to base + transfer to hotel
~03:30 PM – Estimated arrival back at your hotel (depends on add-on)

What’s Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (Siem Reap)
  • Experienced local driver and motorbike
  • Cold bottled water and towel
  • All park and temple access fees

What’s Not Included

  • Meals
  • Tips (optional)

Transportation

You’ll be driven from Siem Reap to the moto starting point by air-conditioned car. From there, you ride on the back of a motorbike through forest trails. This tour involves moderate bouncing, dirt, and mud — dress accordingly with long pants.

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