Most tourist visitors to Cambodia will need a tourist (T) visa for entry. This includes travellers from Australia, the UK, Canada, South Africa, the USA and Ireland. This visa costs USD $36 (subject to change) and is valid for 30 days.

E-Visa

Depending on your nationality, you can apply for an E-visas through the official website. Please note there have been reports of fraudulent e-visa websites that mimic the official site. Intrepid recommends only using the official website listed above or arranging your visa through your booking agent.

Visa on arrival

Visa on arrival is available for most nationalities at airports and some land border crossings. You will need a passport photo for your visa.

Tipping isn’t expected in Cambodia, but it's always appreciated. Feel free to tip drivers and restaurant staff if you feel the service has been good.

Internet access is growing in Cambodia. Internet cafes are easily found in large cities, but the speed may be slower than what you’re used to.

Credit cards are usually accepted by modern hotels, large retailers and tourist sites but are less commonly accepted by smaller shops, cafes and market stalls in rural areas. Always carry enough cash for smaller purchases in case credit cards are not an option.

ATMs are widely available in larger cities, like Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, but are less common in small villages or rural areas. Make sure you have enough cash before leaving urban areas.

Consider the heat when packing clothes for your Cambodia holiday. Anything made from natural fabrics, like silk, linen, and cotton, will really help keep you cool.

Mosquitos can be a problem, so in addition to a handy bug repellent, you may prefer to wear lightweight, loose-fitting trousers and sleeved tops to keep the bites at bay.

When you visit any places of worship, you’ll be expected to keep legs and shoulders covered up. With long, loose-fitting trousers or a skirt and a loose-sleeved cotton top, you should be well-prepared.

Although Angkor Wat is no longer a practising temple, you still need to abide by the dress code that applies to religious sites in Cambodia. For outfits that don’t cover the shoulders, you’ll need to have a shrug or jacket handy – please note that they may not allow you in if all you bring is a scarf!

One of the most popular and not-to-be-missed spots in Cambodia is, of course, Angkor Wat. This massive temple structure started its life in the 12th century as a Hindu temple city, built by Emperor Suryavarman II. By the close of the century, it had become a Buddhist temple. But it’s deceptive to think of this amazing structure as simply an ancient temple; in fact, it covers an area four times the size of Vatican City and was once the heart of the Khmer Empire.

And your Cambodia trip of a lifetime doesn’t have to stop there. The neighbouring town of Siem Reap is an energetic hub of food-tasting experiences and nightlife. You can visit the nearby floating village of Tonle Sap, a local conservation centre with lots of exciting wildlife, or you can even take a zip-line over the jungle canopy.

A good Cambodia tour gives you a taste of both rural and city living, so the capital city of Phnom Penh is not to be missed! A laid-back attitude and excellent cuisine served by the waterfront in this exciting city characterise Cambodian urban life, and we have no doubt you’ll enjoy every moment.

Cambodian weather stays on the hotter side all year. The warmest it gets is typically in March and May, when it can hit around 32°C. December and January are cooler but still comfortably warm at 25°C-30°C. The dry season takes place November-April, making it popular with tourists.

Cambodia experiences the monsoon season from May-October. This isn’t to say you shouldn’t travel during this time, though. You can still catch some sunny skies in the mornings before the afternoon rains, and the grass can look particularly green. This makes for some lovely photos.

This really depends on your personal preferences. The dry season is typically more popular with tourists, though some people treasure the quieter experience of the less-busy monsoon season.

Most tourists find the temperatures of December and January quite balanced and enjoy the lower humidity levels.