📍 Destination Overview
Kampot sits by the Kampot River below Bokor Mountain in southern Cambodia, a languid riverside town famed for world-class Kampot Pepper, whose farms welcome tours and tastings. Yellow French-colonial buildings and cafes keep a slow pace; boat rides bring sunsets, fireflies glow among mangroves at night, salt fields and caves lie near. One of Cambodia's most charming slow towns.
🏞️ Region
Cambodia · Kampot Province · Riverside town at the foot of Bokor Mountain
🗓️ Best Season
Nov-Mar dry season
🕐 Time Difference
-1 hour from Beijing
💰 Currency / Language
KHR (USD widely accepted) / Khmer, English
🕐 Recommended Duration
1-2 days · pepper farms + riverside + fireflies
🔌 Plug / Voltage
Mixed A/C/G · 230V · Mixed plugs, adapter needed
☀️ Best Time to Visit & Climate
🌤️ Dry Season: Nov–Mar
The dry, comfortable best season.
Jan
🌤️
32°/22°
Best
Feb
🌤️
33°/23°
Best
Mar
☀️
34°/24°
Best
Apr
🔥
35°/26°
May
🌦️
34°/26°
Jun
🌧️
32°/25°
Jul
🌧️
32°/25°
Aug
🌧️
31°/25°
Sep
🌧️
31°/25°
Oct
🌧️
31°/24°
Nov
🌤️
31°/23°
Best
Dec
🌤️
31°/22°
Best
📷 Top Attractions
🎯 Kampot Experiences
Pepper Harvesting
Fresh pepper from the farms.
River Sunset
Sunset cruise with red skies.
Firefly Night
Twinkling fireflies at night.
Old Street Stroll
French yellow-walled buildings.
Riverside Coffee
Slow-paced relaxation.
This destination is hot year-round; the best time to visit is Nov–Mar, with temperatures around 22–34°C. April is hottest (up to 35°C), so pack sun protection and drink plenty of water.
🚌 Transport & Stays
City Transport
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Long-distance Bus
From Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville
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Bicycle / Moped
Great for a slow town
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River Boat
Sunset and firefly night cruises
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Tuk-tuk
Town and outskirts
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Recommended Stay Areas
🏞️ Kampot Riverside (First Choice)
Near sunset and boat trips
🏚️ French Colonial Streets
Relaxed town center
🌾 Countryside Outskirts
Peaceful rural guesthouses
🌶️ Pepper Farm Area
Countryside near the farms
Free Consultation
Free Consultation
1-on-1 travel consultant customizes your Kampot trip for free based on your schedule and preferences.