Getting around, withdrawing money, eating healthy, staying connected — concrete answers to the practical questions everyone has upon arrival.
Grab, tuk-tuk, moto-dop, VIP bus, speedboat, domestic flights — every transport mode in Cambodia, with real prices and scams to avoid.
Read the guide →Fares per trip, how to negotiate without getting ripped off, Grab vs day driver for Angkor, onboard safety — everything about the Cambodian tuk-tuk.
Read the guide →VIP buses, speedboats, domestic flights — all intercity routes with 2026 prices: Phnom Penh–Siem Reap, Sihanoukville, Kampot, Battambang.
Read the guide →Guesthouse, boutique hotel, hostel, beach resort, or private villa — a guide to Cambodian accommodation by budget and city.
Read the guide →Dollar vs riel, best low-fee ATMs, torn bills refused, card payments, exchanging euros — the complete money guide for Cambodia.
Read the guide →How much to give and to whom: restaurants, tuk-tuks, tour guides, massages, hotels. Local customs explained amount by amount.
Read the guide →Cambodia is generally safe — but a few classic scams are worth knowing: airport taxis, closed temple, fake monks, phone theft.
Read the guide →Which SIM to buy (Smart, Metfone, CooTel), where to buy at the airport, 2026 plan prices, and Airalo eSIM to stay connected on landing.
Read the guide →Cambodia's Uber equivalent works in all major cities. Fixed prices, no haggling, cash payment possible — download it before you land.
Torn, crumpled, or stained dollars are routinely refused. Withdraw at ATMs and keep bills in good condition. Riel is used for small change.
4G coverage is excellent across Cambodia, including temples and countryside. A local SIM costs 5–10 USD for 30 days of unlimited data.
No. Tap water is not safe to drink. Buy plastic water bottles (0.50 USD/liter) or use a water filter. Even high-end hotels serve filtered water, not tap water.
Three options: plane (45 min, ~70–120 USD), direct bus (5–6h, 8–15 USD depending on the operator), or speedboat via Tonlé Sap (5–6h, ~35–50 USD — scenic but long). We recommend the VIP bus (Giant Ibis or Mekong Express): comfortable, punctual, and inexpensive.
Yes, overall. Tourist areas are calm. The main risks are petty theft and scams at the airport (unofficial taxis, unfavorable currency exchange). Avoid leaving visible items in a tuk-tuk or taking out your phone in a dense crowd. No need for paranoia — just common sense.
Make sure you have everything prepared before your flight — visa, insurance, vaccinations.
