KOH KONG PROVINCE
Discover beauty and tranquility of this undisturbed natural paradise
The mangrove forests at Koh Kong are environmentally important, providing homes to hundreds of species of wildlife. This enormous mangrove forest where visitors can observe the delicate ecosystem have turned into a thriving ecotourism project.
Koh Kong is still very much a fresh tourist destination with tons to offers. Natural wonders include undisturbed thick jungle, spectacular waterfalls, peaceful rivers, pristine white beaches, serene islands, lush mangrove forests and underwater paradise boasting a myriad of beautiful marine lives. In all, Koh Kong presents many brand-new opportunities for eco-tourism. PADI-licensed dive shops at Koh Kong have turned diving to become a central attraction of the region.
The Koh Yor Beach near Ba Blong Village on the ocean is a long secluded stretch of white-sand with a number of small shacks serving seafood and drinks. Tourists can also find several other unspoiled and completely deserted beaches with good white sand, ideal for relaxation and some snorkeling. There are many waterfalls and rapids surrounding Koh Kong; some are close to town and some farther upstream but can easily be reached by motorcycle taxi. During the wet season, many of these waterfalls literally roar. The Ta Tai Waterfalls, nearest to town are the most visited. Others farther away include the Koh Por Falls. Tuo Kokir Rapids, and when in Koh Kong, do not miss the rugged jungle gorge of Kbal Chhay Falls.
Mangroves a woody specialized types of trees of the tropics that live on the edge where rain-forests meet oceans, collectively exudes a unique form of natural beauty that puts the observer in awe.
It is reported that there are about more than 4.25 million bectares of mangrove forests found in Southeast Asia and needless to say, Cambodia has her fair share of these wonder of nature along her coastline as well.Mangroves are spread along the coast from Kép to Koh Kong, and it covers an of over 50,000 hectares in Koh Kong.
One of the most biologically diverse forests, mangrove forest is known as the 'rain forests by the sea'. These forests are the breeding grounds for shrimps, prawns,crabs, shellfish, snails and fishes, especially the beautiful mud skippers that seems to enjoy the surface more than being in water. The mudskipper has made adaptations so it can skim across the mud during low tide when the ground is uncovered in may places, traveling from puddle to puddle.
Mangrove forests are also nesting sites for many shore bird and home to lizards, sea turtles, and many other animal species. For many species of fruit bats, like the dawn bat, mangrove blossoms and fruit make up a large part of their diet.
For the keen eco-lovers, come visit the mangrove forest of Koh Kong where you will be rewarded by hours of awesome thrills just by observing these natural wonders and the lives that evolve in their midst.
The Mangrove Forest
Teaming with a multitude of fascinating wildlife
Mangrove forests provide shelter for salt water fish, shrimp and crabs to reproduce themselves and they represent natural barriers between land and sea, while protecting the coast from winds, storms, hurricanes or even tsunamis by absorbing wave energy. They protect the coasts from erosion and retain sediments. They allow for a type of micro-climate stabilization and act as a natural water filter contributing to cleaning the water.
It is reported that there are about more than 4.25 million bectares of mangrove forests found in Southeast Asia and needless to say, Cambodia has her fair share of these wonder of nature along her coastline as well.Mangroves are spread along the coast from Kép to Koh Kong, and it covers an of over 50,000 hectares in Koh Kong.
One of the most biologically diverse forests, mangrove forest is known as the 'rain forests by the sea'. These forests are the breeding grounds for shrimps, prawns,crabs, shellfish, snails and fishes, especially the beautiful mud skippers that seems to enjoy the surface more than being in water. The mudskipper has made adaptations so it can skim across the mud during low tide when the ground is uncovered in may places, traveling from puddle to puddle.
Mangrove forests are also nesting sites for many shore bird and home to lizards, sea turtles, and many other animal species. For many species of fruit bats, like the dawn bat, mangrove blossoms and fruit make up a large part of their diet.
For the keen eco-lovers, come visit the mangrove forest of Koh Kong where you will be rewarded by hours of awesome thrills just by observing these natural wonders and the lives that evolve in their midst.
