Tourism Indochina: Ecotourism Cambodia: Luxurious Floating Eco Lodge

Tourism Indochina: Ecotourism Cambodia: Luxurious Floating Eco Lodge

Ecotourism is a form of tourism involving visiting fragile, pristine, and usually protected areas, intended as a low impact and often small scale alternative to standard commercial tourism. Its purpose may be to educate the traveler, to provide funds for ecological conservation, to directly benefit the economic development and political empowerment of local communities, or to foster respect for different cultures and for human rights. Since the 1980s ecotourism has been considered a critical endeavor by environmentalists, so that future generations may experience destinations relatively untouched by human intervention. Several university programs use this description as the working definition of ecotourism.

Generally, ecotourism focuses on volunteering, or "voluntourism", personal growth and environmental sustainability. Ecotourism typically involves travel to destinations where flora, fauna, and cultural heritage are the primary attractions. One of the goals of ecotourism is to offer tourists insight into the impact of human beings on the environment, and to foster a greater appreciation of our natural habitats.

Responsible ecotourism includes programs that minimize the negative aspects of conventional tourism on the environment and enhance the cultural integrity of local people. Therefore, in addition to evaluating environmental and cultural factors, an integral part of ecotourism is the promotion of recycling, energy efficiency, water conservation, and creation of economic opportunities for local communities. For these reasons, ecotourism often appeals to environmental and social responsibility advocates.

Koh Kong is a province of Cambodia. The name means "Kŏng Island Province". Its capital is Koh Kong. The most south-western province of Cambodia, Koh Kong has a long undeveloped coastline and a mountainous, forested and largely inaccessible interior which embraces part of the Cardamom Mountains and a section of Kirirom National Park. Its tourist attractions include casinos and waterfalls, while an Export Processing Zone and new port facilities are being developed for trade. After Cambodia’s liberation from the Khmer Rouge in 1979, Koh Kong was still quite unpopulated. After national government policy encouraged people to live in Koh Kong, there has been a net influx of people. It is estimated that the average annual growth rate in Koh Kong is 16 per cent, which has put pressure on the mangrove resources in the province. Koh Kong's towns have developed rapidly partially in response to market pressures from Thailand and because of in-migration from other parts of Cambodia.

Tourism Indochina: Ecotourism Cambodia: Luxurious Floating Eco Lodge:
(Tourism Indochina:Date : 2009-12-30): The 4 rivers Floating Eco-lodge comprise of 18 isolated accommodated tents with gourmet restaurant, a swimming pool and beauty message accompanying by pure fresh and atmosphere. Probably it is a unique luxurious eco-lodge in Cambodia and unique in the world, 4 Rivers floating eco-lodge provide a luxurious accommodation in harmony with truly natural and environmental friendly. Located in the Tati River, Koh Kong Province, It is a creative boutique resort of tranquility that deserve with high-end facilities.

The Tatai River is about 20 minutes from Koh Kong Province, 3 hours from Sihanouk Ville and 4 hours from Phnom Penh along highway 48. The rate of the tents is from 87USD in low season (May to September) and USD 102 in high season (October to April). While staying there, you can enjoy recreational activities by taking boat down to the river to experience mangrove forest waterway, and discovering village market, custom and natural cures and belief of the people living in Cardamom Mountain.

The place where it located comes up with the remarkable rainforest eco-region with more than 100 mammal species including numerous endangered animals and about 553 plus specie of birdlife, according to Wildlife Alliance. The fabulous and rich natural beauty that fills with diverse scenery in Cardamom Mountain is interesting to get explored and makes this luxurious floating eco-lodge wonderful to stay. Let start your world with panoramic view that 4 rivers can offers.

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Ecotourism Cambodia: Luxurious Floating Eco lodge Appears in the Island

The 4 rivers Floating Eco-lodge comprise of 18 isolated accommodated tents with gourmet restaurant, a swimming pool and beauty message accompanying by pure fresh and atmosphere. Probably it is a unique luxurious eco-lodge in Cambodia and unique in the world, 4 Rivers floating eco-lodge provide a luxurious accommodation in harmony with truly natural and environmental friendly. Located in the Tati River, Koh Kong Province, It is a creative boutique resort of tranquility that deserve with high-end facilities.

The Tatai River is about 20 minutes from Koh Kong Province, 3 hours from Sihanouk Ville and 4 hours from Phnom Penh along highway 48. The rate of the tents is from 87USD in low season (May to September) and USD 102 in high season (October to April). While staying there, you can enjoy recreational activities by taking boat down to the river to experience mangrove forest waterway, and discovering village market, custom and natural cures and belief of the people living in Cardamom Mountain.

The place where it located comes up with the remarkable rainforest eco-region with more than 100 mammal species including numerous endangered animals and about 553 plus specie of birdlife, according to Wildlife Alliance. The fabulous and rich natural beauty that fills with diverse scenery in Cardamom Mountain is interesting to get explored and makes this luxurious floating eco-lodge wonderful to stay. Let start your world with panoramic view that 4 rivers can offers.


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Peam Krassop: Community Based Eco Tourism in Koh Kong Cambodia

Peam Krassop is a big mangrove wildlife sanctuary in Koh Kong Province. To get yourself into real nature you can take a boat to a vast waterway through mangrove forest to view how exactly extensive of this Sanctuary.

When you reach there your can see a kind of ten thousands hectares of mangrove forest, providing you extremely a unique landscape of natural scenery,. If you are looking for green and a nature lover, this place would not disappoint you and will make you an unforgettable trip experience in Cambodia.

Not only with natural beauty but you can also get in depth the friendly community who will wave you to the warm and hospitalized atmosphere with smile. In particular, they will be pleasure to show you the local food such as oysters and crabs. Not frequently but occasionally, you can see dolphin swimming and make this place more interesting and wonderful to visit.

Therefore, waste no more time to get to know this hidden treasure.

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Ecotourism project looks to lure visitors to isolated Mondulkiri

Local company plans to sink US$6 million into 100-hectare site around Bou Sra waterfall, but rights groups remain sceptical about its impact

A CAMBODIAN infrastructure group, Sar Lar Co, has plans to develop the area around Mondulkiri's Bou Sra waterfall in a bid to bring more tourists to the isolated province.

But while provincial officials are pleased with the influx of cash, others question whether local communities will benefit from the project.

"If the company has good policies to deal with the community, there will not be a problem; but if the company does not discuss the project with local people, they will not be happy," said Sam Sarun, deputy director of the provincial Department of Tourism, adding that whether local communities will gain from the development is the "big question" for them.

Sam Sarin, coordinator for Cambodian rights group Adhoc in Mondulkiri province, warned that residents there had been disappointed in the past when there were no employment opportunities for community members.

But company officials say the development will provide a huge boost for the area, tapping into the ecotourism potential of one of Cambodia's most wild areas.

"We will construct motels, restaurants, souvenir shops, cable cars, cottages," Ngin Sreoun, deputy director general of Sar Lar Co told the Post, adding that the company has received a 99-year lease from the government.

"We aren't cutting down forests for the development; we are preserving the area as an ecological and charming attraction," he said, adding that the project would create about 100 jobs for ethnic minorities in the province.

Sam Sarun welcomed the investment plan as a way to draw attention to the province.

"It will be a modern tourism facility. ... The project development is very big so I hope that it will attract a lot of local and foreign tourists," he said.

Construction began Monday and is expected take up to five years to complete, company officials said.


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Regional tourism officials vow to protect environment

Greater Mekong Sub region members to draft comprehensive tourism development plan that highlights eco-tourism

Regional tourism and environmental officials have agreed to better protect their countries' natural resources in a bid to encourage eco-tourism, Tourism Minister Thong Khon told the Post Sunday following a meeting last week of members from the Greater Mekong Sub region (GMS).

"All beaches, mountains, protected forest areas, bird and animal sanctuaries are to be protected for a long-term and sustainable development," Thong Khon said. He added that participants at the GMS meeting pledged to work together towards a comprehensive tourism development plan.

"As tourism continues to play an important role in the development of Cambodia, it is essential to secure a framework that allows for dialogue across the instrumental sectors of tourism, environment and the private sector," said Arjun Goswami, country director for the Asian Development Bank, which was present at the meeting.

"I am very encouraged to see that steps are being taken to further strengthen this collaboration," he said. The Kingdom's tourism sector continues to post annual growth of around 20 percent, bringing millions of visitors and much-needed revenue to the country.

But some observers warn that rapid growth in the sector may come at the expense of Cambodia's natural attractions, which risk over-development if the sector is not properly regulated. Some large resort projects in protected areas or national parks have already raised the alarm for some.

However, their supporters say these can be integrated with their surroundings, while also bringing jobs and infrastructure to some of Cambodia's most isolated areas.

"Cambodia has so many untouched areas," Thong Khon said. "Fifty percent of world travelers target natural areas, so eco-tourism must be promoted," he added.

"Angkor Wat remains Cambodia's most popular attraction, but there are many eco-tourism destinations in the coastal areas or in the provinces near Vietnam and Laos that need to be protected."

Om Pharin, vice president of the Cambodian Association of Travel Agents (CATA), said the private sector was working with GMS members to broaden the region's tourism sector to take advantage of all that the countries have to offer.

"Not every tourist loves temples or other cultural attractions," Om Pharin said. “ Nature tourism is more attractive" to many people.The GMS is comprised of Cambodia, China, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos and Vietnam.


Written by Kay Kimsong

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Ecotourism Cambodia: Luxurious Floating Eco-lodge Appears in the Island

The 4 rivers Floating Eco-lodge comprise of 18 isolated accommodated tents with gourmet restaurant, a swimming pool and beauty message accompanying by pure fresh and atmosphere. Probably it is a unique luxurious eco-lodge in Cambodia and unique in the world, 4 Rivers floating eco-lodge provides a luxurious accommodation in harmony with truly natural and environmental friendly. Located in the Tati River, Koh Kong Province, It is a creative boutique resort of tranquility that deserve with high-end facilities.

The Tatai River is about 20 minutes from Koh Kong Province, 3 hours from Sihanouk Ville and 4 hours from Phnom Penh along highway 48. The rate of the tents is from 87USD in low season (May to September) and USD 102 in high season (October to April). While staying there, you can enjoy recreational activities by taking boat down to the river to experience mangrove forest waterway, and discovering village market, custom and natural cures and belief of the people living in Cardamom Mountain.

The place where it located comes up with the remarkable rainforest eco-region with more than 100 mammal species including numerous endangered animals and about 553 plus specie of birdlife, according to Wildlife Alliance. The fabulous and rich natural beauty that fills with diverse scenery in Cardamom Mountain is interesting to get explored and makes this luxurious floating eco-lodge wonderful to stay. Let start your world with panoramic view that 4 rivers can offers.

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