Mealea Temple

Rated 5 Stars, based on 12 Reviews.

Experience three of the most impressive ancient sites in the region outside of the main temples at Angkor Archaeological Site:Beng Mealea, and Koh Kor Temple. You will be riding a minivan or other climate-controlled vehicle from Siem Reap to Beng Mealea, and Koh Ker. This is a great way to spend a day of sightseeing because it allows you to go at your own pace and spend as much time as you want at the sights that truly interest you. The track initially approaches from the north on the same axis as the central sanctuary, which reveals itself at the far end, to the skirt the north-east quarter of the monument's second enclosure and lead to the end of the Eastern causeway, just before the remains of the second gopura.

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 17 Reviews.

Kulen Mountain Park and its waterfall are among the most spectacular locations in Cambodia. Experience the famous reclining Buddha and swim in the stunning plunge pool at the foot of the waterfall. Beng Mealea is a true hidden gem of Angkor—much less visited than the temples in Siem Reap, this incredible site has been partially reclaimed by the jungle. The trees climbing the walls and ruined ceilings create a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere. Many travelers fortunate enough to see it report that it’s among their favorite places in Cambodia. Explore all this with a local Khmer guide, who will provide insight into what life was like when these amazing structures were built. As this is a private tour, we can customize it to your needs. Specify your preferred start time and even add new stops to the itinerary if you wish!

Rated 4 Stars, based on 6 Reviews.

Visit Beng Melea Temple, a Unesco World Heritage Site, which is one of the most important archaeological site in South-east Asia. Its secluded location and natural conditions in the middle of the jungle will give you a sense of “explorer” discovering a lost world.

Escape from the crowds around Siem Reap by heading out in the countryside to visit the Waterfall and ruins of Beng Mealea temple, the River of a Thousand Linga. Journey through Cambodian history from the pre-Angkorian to the modern era. Discover the intricately carved riverbed in the Valley of a Thousand Lingas. Explore temples hidden in the jungle on the very edges of the Angkor complex. Private tour with your own certified tour guide. See centuries-old carvings on boulders in the river. Pass by rural villages, farms, and lush forests. Hear insightful commentary about Cambodia’s history.

Beng Mealea was built as a Hindu temple, but some carvings depict Buddhist motifs. Its primary material is sandstone and it is largely unrestored, with trees and thick brush thriving amidst its towers and courtyards and many of its stones lying in great heaps. For years it was difficult to reach, but a road recently built to the temple complex of Koh Ker passes Beng Mealea and more visitors are coming to the site, as it is 77 km from Siem Reap by road.

The airport is located 50 km away from Siem Reap city, and Beng Mealea temple is conveniently situated along the way to the airport. Therefore, we have designed this itinerary to include a visit to Beng Mealea temple after your arrival or departure at the airport. We are looking forward to providing you with a memorable experience exploring Beng Mealea temple.

Travelling with us you will discover many different locations which are very interesting and amazing. First you will see a beautiful pink temple named Banteay Srei (Lady Temple). Banteay Srei is a 10th century CE Cambodian temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva and Parvati. After about 2 hours at Banteay Srei, you will go a head to another beautiful place with a full view of nature. There you can relax and swim. You will see many sculpture carved under the water. This is Phnom Kulen. Next we take you to anther ancient temple named Beng Mealea. This temple is very interesting. Our tour guide will tell you all about the history and lifestyle of people from ancient century till now. We are sure that you will have memorable vacation with us.

Beng Mealea was built as a Hindu temple, but some carvings depict Buddhist motifs. Its primary material is sandstone and it is largely unrestored, with trees and thick brush thriving amidst its towers and courtyards and many of its stones lying in great heaps. For years it was difficult to reach, but a road recently built to the temple complex of Koh Ker passes Beng Mealea and more visitors are coming to the site, as it is 77 km from Siem Reap by road.

Begin your unforgettable journey with a convenient hotel or meeting point pick-up between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM. Your adventure starts as you travel to Koh Ker Temple, an incredible 81-square-kilometer protected site. Once the capital of the Khmer Empire, this hidden gem boasts nearly 180 ancient sanctuaries, offering a fascinating glimpse into Cambodia’s rich history and architectural grandeur. After immersing yourself in the wonders of Koh Ker, continue to Beng Mealea, a captivating temple shrouded in jungle. Located about an hour away, this mystical site features crumbling walls intertwined with nature, creating an atmosphere of serene beauty and timeless charm. As the day comes to an end around 5:00 PM, enjoy the final moments of this unique experience before heading back to the city. Whether dropped off at your hotel or the city center, you’ll carry memories of a day filled with awe-inspiring discoveries.

You will depart from your hotel in Siem Reap in a private air conditioned car to explore the jungle temple (Beng Mealea) and Koh Ker. You drive to Koh Ker in 2 hours and on your way you see the real Cambodian life, like a local market (you can stop at the market for around 15 minutes), local Khmer houses, and also stop for testing the bamboo sticky rice on the way and rice fields, etc. Limited to 15 persons per car. For larger groups we can prepare additional vehicles.

On this unique tour you will visit the jungle temple of Beng Mealea, which was built in the same period as Angkor Wat. Beng Mealea temple stands about 70 kilometers from the main temples of Angkor. It was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1992. The temple is called jungle temple because for the most part it was left the way it was found: overgrown by trees and the way back we stop for visit Lolei temple and Bakong temple such as the great temple in Hindu of Shiva god. This tour can be taken with or without tour guide. Please choose your preferred option when booking.

Visit the most interesting temple outside the Angkor area. Drive through scenic rural villages to Beng Mealea temple. A short-stop sticky rice village and then visit the Beng Mealea temple. Next, drive 5 mins and then walk 600m to the Ancient Quarry (the place where the Khmer people cut the stones to build Angkor Wat). After lunch at a local restaurant, you’ll visit an impressive Bakong temple. This is a mixed-activity trip “All in One Journey” and will keep everyone entertained, providing new experiences, and great insight into the culture and history of Cambodia. • Enjoy your photo opportunities • Escape the heat and avoid the crowds. • This is a private tour, "everything is flexible to your needs".

We designed this day tour for visitors who look for a tour to see 3 famous remote sites in one day. 1. Banteay Srey temple, is known as woman temple. The special charm of this temple lies in its remarkable state of preservation, small size and excellence of decoration. 2. Cheerful hiking up mountain to see the carvings of Hindu Lords on sandstone riverbed. 3. Beng Mealea, this stunning temple has been left to ruins, still jungle took over and remote location away from Siem Reap town. However, after setting eyes on the temple, you’ll understand why it’s worth the trip.

Visit Beng Melea Temple and Koh Ker temple a Unesco World Heritage Site, which is one of the most important archaeological site in South-east Asia. Its secluded location and natural conditions in the middle of the jungle will give you a sense of “explorer” discovering a lost world.

If you are looking for an adventurous “lost temple” feeling or a genuine “explorer” experience, undisturbed by noisy busloads – don’t miss Koh Ker in Preah Vihear Province! Then we will visit Beng Mealea Temple, the atmospheric jungle temple Beng Mealea Boeng Mealea, is a temple from the Angkor Wat period,  located 40 km (25 mi) east of the main group of temples at Angkor, Cambodia, on the ancient royal highway to Preah Khan Kompong Svay.

Discover the rural villages in and around Tonle Sap Lake on a private excursion from Siem Reap. Take a boat ride on the lake as you head towards the Kompong Khleang floating village and learn about daily life in the fishing community. Then head into the jungle to explore the Beng Mealea Temple where many movies were filmed, including the 2004 film ““Two Brothers,”” before heading back to Siem Reap. Choose the package if your departure day in the same schedule, we will drop you at Siem Reap Angkor International Airport ( SAI) at free of charge.

Koh Ker is an archaeological site located in the northern part of Cambodia, about 120 kilometers (75 miles) away from Siem Reap. It served as the capital of the Khmer Empire for a brief period in the 10th century AD, during the reign of King Jayavarman IV. In recent years, efforts have been made to improve access to Koh Ker and to undertake restoration work to preserve its ancient structures for future generations to appreciate. Beng Mealea is a temple located in the Angkor Archaeological Park in Cambodia. It is a largely unrestored temple that is partially reclaimed by the jungle, giving it a mysterious and atmospheric quality. The temple's architecture and layout are similar to the more famous Angkor Wat, and it is believed to have been built during the reign of King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century. Beng Mealea is known for its impressive stone carvings and intricate layout, making it a popular destination for tourists and history enthusiasts.

This is a great trip for those who love nature. You will enjoy a great view of the mountain and also come across many kinds of birds and butterflies. You have a chance to see a local village and see ways of their lives there. You can swim and it's very refreshing. Note: Our Team, Mr. Bunhak ( Bun) help to offer 2-hour English classes there. Happy Angkor Wat Tour offers some bikes and foods to help the kids there too. Then you go to abandoned temple "Beng Mealea"which covered with forest. This shows how powerful the nature taking back everything from us. Our profit is to support our family and give back to the community here.

Kompong Khleang village is one of the floating communities at the edge of Tonle Sap, renowned for its amazing clusters of high stilt houses and ideally admired by floating village. In the boat journey, you visit both insights of interesting stilt houses & floating homes along with daily fishing/trading activities on rowing boats, learn about ecosystem, lifestyle rely on aquatic resources and observe how people make the lake as home and also visit the Jungle Temple call Prasat Beng Mealea.

Let's our team drive you along the ancient circuit of Koh Ker temple group and other ruined temple as state in the program. this is the most sight temple to, should we compare to Checeniza in Mexico.