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A quiet river town on the Mekong, close to the Lao border, and a gateway to rapids, flooded forests and southern Laos. Here is what to do and why to stop.
Stung Treng is a small provincial town where the Sekong River meets the Mekong, in Cambodia's far north-east. Few travellers stay long, but north of town the Mekong breaks into a maze of channels, islands, rapids and seasonally flooded forest that is one of the wildest stretches of the river.
For most people it is an overnight stop on the overland route between Kratie and southern Laos, with the border about an hour to the north. With a day to spare, you can take a boat or kayak through the flooded forest and see the rapids near the border.
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The experiences our travellers enjoy most, in order of what we would not miss.
Explore the channels, islands and flooded forest north of town, with birdlife and village stops along the way.
Close to the Lao border the river tumbles over rocky falls and rapids, a powerful sight, especially after the rains.
Stroll the promenade where the Sekong meets the Mekong, as families gather in the evening.
Visit riverside villages where families fish, farm and weave, far from the main tourist routes.
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Customise My TripStung Treng is usually reached by road from Kratie on the overland route north. From here the border with Laos is about an hour away, with the Four Thousand Islands and Pakse beyond.
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November to April is dry and best for travel and river trips, though the rapids are most powerful after the rains. The rainy season from May to October brings high water, heavy showers and slower roads.
A general guide. Weather varies from year to year, and we plan each route around the season.
Quick answers from our local team. Anything else, just ask your travel specialist.
Ask us on WhatsAppAs an overnight stop on the way to Laos, yes. With a spare day, a boat or kayak trip on the wild Mekong north of town is a highlight. It is not worth a long detour on its own.
The border crossing is about an hour north of town. From there it is a short drive to the Four Thousand Islands and around 3 hours to Pakse. Check visa rules for your nationality before you travel.
One night is enough for most travellers. Add a second if you want a full day on the river.
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