Visit the floating villages of Tonle Sap

For a complete contrast to the temples, the floating villages on the great Tonle Sap lake offer a glimpse of an entirely different way of life, where homes, schools and shops sit on stilts or float on the water, rising and falling with the seasons. A half-day boat trip takes you out among them. Choose a responsible operator and a less touristy village like Kampong Phluk to avoid the more exploitative setups. It's an eye-opening, affordable trip that balances the grandeur of Angkor with everyday Cambodian life. We'll explain which village to choose and how to arrange it fairly.