Knorng Kroper - Knorng Psa - Knorng Veal
24-28 November 2023
Welcome to the Cardamom Mountains in Cambodia! Embark on an unforgettable adventure with us as we explore the stunning peaks of Knorng Kroper, Knorng Psa, and Knorng Veal. This 4-day, 3-night trek will take you through a total of 70 kilometers of breathtaking terrain. Each day, we’ll set up camp at a different mountain, giving you a chance to experience the unique beauty of each location. Please note that this is a physically demanding trek that requires a good level of fitness and stamina. We recommend that you come prepared with appropriate gear and clothing for trekking in mountainous terrain.
For registration, complete registration form here.
Trip price: USD 198
Draft Itinerary
Day 1 (24 Nov 23)
17:00: Meet at Caltex Gas Station (corner of Monivong and Preah Sihanouk blvd)
17:30: Depart to village (Kompong Speu Province) (Dinner at Kompong Speu -TBC)
23:30: Arrive the village and spend a night there
Day 2 (25 Nov 23)
05:00: Get up and prepare for hiking
06:30: Start hiking (breakfast on way to campsite)
12:00: Arrive campsite and have lunch
12:30: Take a short hike to nearby hills
16:00: Take a wash at Khmer Krohorm creek and get back to campsite
17:00: Dinner
18:00: Chat with villagers and storytelling about Knorng Kroper and nearby mountains
20:00: Sleep
Day 3 (26 Nov 23)
05:00: Short hike to see sunrise (~30 mins walk) (breakfast at campsite)
09:00: Leave campsite and go to Knorng Psa (lunch on way to Knorng Psa)
13:00: Arrive campsite
14:00: Go to nearby waterfall
17:00: Dinner
Day 4 (27 Nov 23)
06:00: Get up and have breakfast
08:00: Leave for Knorng Veal (lunch on way to Knorng Veal)
15:00: Arrive Knorng Veal campsite
17:00: Dinner
Day 5 (28 Nov 23)
06:00: Get up and have breakfast
08:00: Leave campsite (visit Da Toch waterfall on way back to trailhead)
- Lunch on way back to village
14:00: Arrive village and prepare to get back to Phnom Penh
Recommended 3-night, 4-day hiking essentials
Backpack and shoes for hiking
Enough sets of clothes, socks and gloves (keep one set of spare clothes at the bus)
Sleeping bag
Reusable water bottle (lightweight)
Lunch box, spoon and cup
Headlamp
Fleece and raincoat
Pair of flip-flops
Towel or Kroma (kroma is lighter)
Ziplocks (for necessary items)
Mosquito repellent
Items for personal use (toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.)
Package provided by Kardamir Mountaineering
Hammock
Meals during the hike
Boiled and filtered water
Round-trip transportations from Phnom Penh to Village
Community Guides
Park admission fee
Accommodation fee on first night
Clean-up fee