Why go
- Cambodian island in the Gulf of Thailand.
- Served by Dara Sakor International Airport (DSY).
History
Koh Rong is an island in Preah Sihanouk province, Cambodia. It is the second largest island of Cambodia and one of the islands within the Koh Rong Marine National Park. Koh Rong was established as a commune in 2000, and became a city in 2019. Several seasons of the reality television series Survivor have been filmed on Koh Rong. In 2026, Long Beach on Koh Rong received international recognition after being ranked among the Top 10 beaches in the world by The World’s 50 Best Beaches.
Restaurants & places to go
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Airports
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Dara Sakor International Airport (DSY). Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 3 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: Buva Sea / Speed Ferry Pier, 6.3 km); routes include Song Saa Resort Ferry, Ko Rong Sanloem -> Sihanoukville, Sihanoukville -> Koh Rong Sanloem.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Koh Rong, Cambodia. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Private aviation
On-demand charter, jet cards and the semi-private scheduled carriers that serve this city.