Vessel: Tara Riverboats
Route: Phnom Penh → Siem Reap (Tonlé River & Tonlé Sap) plus Siem Reap lake and villages cruise tours
Captain: Captain Cob
Week: Week 49
Dates: 2–8 December
🌊 River & Weather Snapshot
Water levels remain favorable with gentle currents on the Tonlé River and calm conditions across the Tonlé Sap. Warm days with cooler evenings made for beautiful sunsets.
🚢 This Week on the River
- Sailings completed: 5
- Routes covered: Phnom Penh ↔ Siem Reap
- Sunset / private cruises: 6 sunset dinner cruises Siem Reap
- Villages visited. Kompong Khleang
- Kompong Phluk and flooded forests
- Prek Toal bird sanctuary
- Floating villages Chong Khneas.
- Chen Island
Operations ran smoothly throughout the week with full schedules and relaxed passages.
🛕 Shore & Cultural Moments
Guests enjoyed visits to a floating village and a riverside pagoda, with many appreciating the chance to see daily life along the water away from the main tourist routes.
😊 Guests & Special Moments
We welcomed several families this week, including young children experiencing Cambodia for the first time. A birthday celebration onboard during a sunset cruise brought smiles all around.
🍽️ Onboard Experience
Khmer favorites such as fish amok and fresh river fish were well received, alongside vegetarian options. Sunset dining on the upper deck was a highlight for many guests.
⚓ Crew & Vessel Note
The crew performed exceptionally well during busy sailings, maintaining high service standards and safe operations. Routine safety checks were completed as scheduled.
📅 Looking Ahead
We are preparing for increased festive-season sailings, with Christmas décor now onboard and strong interest in sunset cruises in Siem Reap.
✍️ Captain’s Line
Each week on these rivers reminds us how special it is to share Cambodia’s rhythm, landscapes, and warm hospitality with our guests.
Until next week on the river,
Captain COB