What to do and see in Kratie Province, Kratie Province: The Best Things to do

Founded in 2006 by a team of local guides who want to take pride in their community by offering Educational & Eco-friendly Travel with Responsible Tourism for private and join-in group travel with thematic trips to explore the real culture and lifestyle of local people, wildlife, unique activities & experiences, and temples of Angkor. Our passion is to take you off the beaten track to uncluttered areas along the beautiful Mekong River, to surrounding mountains, forest and waterfalls sampling the real Cambodia and gaining an authentic unforgettable experience with a personal touch. Over the years, we have offered trips throughout Cambodia providing passionate guides and reliable drivers in many different themes designed for individual travelers, family, and small groups. We promote Real Life Adventure by Locals and committed to continue the legacy of Mekong Discovery Trail and are constantly adding to and improving our portfolio of adventures to provide you with an even greater choice

Cambodian Rural Discovery Tours (CRDTours) specialises in offering unique travel experiences in the provinces of Kratie and Stung Treng. All funds generated from our tours directly support local communities and environmental conservation. Whether its cycling alongside the iconic Mekong River, living with a local community assisting in conservation projects or savouring local delicacies, each activity booked is making a positive contribution to the places you visit and the locals you meet! Your active participation in rural development initiatives do not only support local communities and CRDTours, but allows for the ongoing support of CRDT Social Enterprises. By booking with us, you know that you are making a positive contribution to the places you visit and the people you meet. We have a number of standard tours and can develop bespoke experiences for groups booking in advance. Contact us for more information.

Dolphin Kayaking Adventures brings you to see Mekong freshwater Irrawaddy dolphins at Kampi, Kratie, Cambodia which is the world best place to encounter such rare mammals. Go Kayak with Lucky, born and grew up in the area, familiar with the river currents/eddies as well as safety/rescue procedures. It’ll be your best day to observe wildlife. Kayaking is the most Exo-friendly way to view freshwater

Sorya Kayaking Adventures provides kayaking trips to see the endangered Irrawaddy dolphins in the Mekong River. With a beak along the way for some snacks and a swim in the river, not to mention the untouched nature and variety of bird life, these trips let you experience Cambodia in a unique and eco-friendly way.

Seasonal release of protected hatchlings 7-20 August 2013, Book now, limited season! For the first time, you can participate in softshell hatchling releases on the Mekong River. For $19 per person*, you can visit the Mekong Turtle Conservation Center on the 100 Pillar Pagoda Grounds where your turtle is blessed, then take a boat ride on the Mekong River and release the hatchlings back into the wild.About the Mekong Turtle Conservation CenterVisit the Mekong Turtle Conservation Center today and see one of the world’s rarest and largest freshwater turtles, Cantor’s Softshell Turtle!The Mekong Turtle Conservation Center (MTCC) is located at the beautiful and historic 480 year old 100 Pillar Pagoda, (Wat Sor Sor Muoy Roy), north of Kratie town in Sambor district. The MTCC was opened by Conservation International to increase the wild population of the endangered Cantor’s Softshell Turtle (Pelochelys cantorii) in the nearby Mekong River, through headstarting turtle hatchlings from the community-led turtle nest program.The facility has over forty indoor tanks containing juvenile turtles which are kept for a 10 month period before releasing into their natural habitat, the Mekong River. This headstarting process increases hatchling survival rates. The MTCC also has as a large outdoor pond for the turtle breeding program where you can view the larger adult Cantor’s Softshell Turtles. There are also many other Asian turtle species at the facility to see.Come and see the turtles and this unique conservation project in action!All entry fees, donations and purchases made will directly support this project and the participating local villagers.