Just 15km east of Sihanoukville, this large park offers trekking opportunities in primary forest, invigorating boat trips through coastal mangroves and long stretches of unspoilt beach. This is an easy escape for those looking to flee the crowds of Sihanoukville.
The park is home to breeding populations of several globally endangered birds of prey, including the Brahminy kite, grey-headed fish eagle and white-bellied sea eagle. Endangered birds that feed on the mudflats include the lesser adjutant, milky stork and painted stork.
Despite its protected status, Ream is gravely endangered by planned tourism development, especially along its coastline. By visiting, you can demonstrate that the park, in its natural state, is not only priceless to humanity but also a valuable economic resource. Major roads have been bulldozed through the heart of the park to access the beaches and a main road will eventually connect NH4 with Otres Beach directly via this route.
Ream National Park’s territory includes two islands with some fine snorkelling: Koh Thmei and – just off Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island – Koh Seh, which is best accessed from Koh Thmei.
