National Park

Ream National Park is officially called Preah Sihanouk National Park. The park has become known as "Ream" because it is in the Ream commune. The park was first established in 1993.. The 21000 hectares of preserved provides a home for many species of animal including sun bears, dolphins and over 150 diffrent kinds of birds. Many other animals can be seen if you are lucky. There is a rumor of a tiger in the area but so far no confirmed sightings. The protected land includes mangrove forests, sandy beaches, the Prek Tuk Sap estuary, off shore coral reef and two of the islands, Koh Thmei and Koh Ses. The facilities at the park are not quite up to par so it is best to arrange for a guide at the park office, different tours can be arranged such as a jungle walk or a boat trip. The park office is located 18 km north of Sihanoukville, 500m off Route 4 on Airport Road, opposite the entrance to the airport and is open 7 days a week from 7am to 5pm. The office phone number is 012-875-096 and there are usually several guides who speak at least some English on hand to answer questions. Several guesthouses in Sihanoukville can arrange transportation and tours of the park.

The park has some set tours, at reasonable prices, although the schedules are flexible and can be customized to an individual or group needs.

Boat trip on the Prek Tuk River: ~6 hours - Different options include trips to fishing villages (Koh Kchong Village), secluded beaches (Koh Sampouch), or up and down the river viewing wildlife. $25 for 1 to 4 persons, $5 for each extra person plus $5 for a guide.

Boat trip to Koh Thmei: ½-1 day - $25-$30 for 1 to 4 persons, $5 for each extra person plus $5 for a guide. Beaches, snorkeling (bring your own equipment), a bit of fishing village sightseeing o the way.

Boat trip to Koh Ses: 1 day - $40 for 1 to 4 persons, $5 for each extra person, plus $5 for a guide. Beaches, snorkeling (bring your own equipment), a bit of fishing village sightseeing o the way.

Meditation Mountain Walk: Guided walk. 2-3 hours - Lowland forest. Panoramic view. Reputed ideal meditation spot. $2/person/hour.

O Toul Creek Walk: Guided walk. 2-4 hours - Lowland evergreen forest. Panoramic view. $2/person/hour.

Ream Beach: Narrow beach, accessible by road Lowland forest. Sometimes there are very basic guesthouse rooms available on the beach for $5. Contact park ranger at the park office .

Prices may vary so please check with you guesthouse or park ranger before heading out.