Choose a whycation that keeps the forest standing. Cardamom Tented Camp offers regenerative travel through ranger patrols and wild treks.
Deep in Cambodia’s wild southwest, in the lowland rainforests of Botum Sakor National Park, Cardamom Tented Camp is not simply a place to sleep—it is a living conservation project. Here, regenerative travel is not a philosophy on paper; it is an action you take the moment you arrive. Quite literally, your stay keeps the forest standing.
The journey itself sets the tone. From the quiet village of Trapeang Rung, a boat glides along the jade-green Preak Tachan River, winding through dense jungle and towering canopies. By the time you step onto the riverbank camp, the outside world feels distant. You are welcomed by a team drawn from nearby communities, trained not only in hospitality, but in stewardship—people whose livelihoods are now directly linked to the protection of this forest.
The safari-style tents redefine the idea of wilderness comfort. Raised on platforms to minimise impact, each tent is fully enclosed and thoughtfully appointed with locally made bamboo and rattan furniture, luxury bedding, and private bathrooms with rain-shower hot water. Power is drawn entirely from solar energy, amenities are eco-sourced, and everything—from the open canvas walls to the shaded terrace—invites you to slow down and listen to the forest around you.
But what truly sets Cardamom Tented Camp apart is purpose. Established to support real, measurable conservation outcomes, the camp works hand-in-hand with Wildlife Alliance and local communities to combat illegal logging, land encroachment, and wildlife poaching in one of Southeast Asia’s last remaining lowland rainforests. Your stay directly funds forest protection, including the ongoing work of dedicated rangers who patrol this fragile landscape year-round.
Guests are invited to step into this reality. Guided jungle treks and river kayaking reveal hidden waterfalls, ancient trees, and rich biodiversity. More profound still is the opportunity to join a ranger patrol—traveling by kayak or on foot to remote outposts like Preak Tachan Station. Here, rangers share their daily challenges, their victories, and the tangible difference tourism has made since the camp’s inception in 2017. It is conservation experienced firsthand, not observed from a distance.
Evenings bring everyone together at the open-air riverbank restaurant. Meals are crafted from seasonal, locally sourced produce, supporting small farming and fishing communities nearby while reducing food miles and waste. The changing menu, led by a talented Khmer chef, celebrates honest flavours—traditional regional dishes alongside refined international comforts—free from additives and unnecessary excess.
As night falls and the forest hums around you, it becomes clear: this is travel that gives more than it takes. You leave with memories of adventure, connection, and rare beauty—but also with the knowledge that your presence has helped protect something far larger than yourself.
Khiri Travel is proud to partner with Cardamom Tented Camp and offers both two- and three-night immersive stays. For travellers seeking meaningful luxury, raw nature, and genuine impact, this is regenerative travel at its most powerful.
If you are ready to turn your next holiday into a whycation that actively funds forest conservation, contact us at sales.cambodia@khiri.com to experience the power of regenerative travel firsthand.