Kayaking in Cambodia is one of the most popular water sports activities which are regarded as Adventure Sports in Cambodia. Kayaking is the use of a kayak for moving across water for a purpose of adventure and recreation. A kayak has a closed cockpit and entails the use of a two bladed paddle. Kayaking in Cambodia is becoming increasingly popular and it gives you a rare opportunity to experience the wonders of water.
You may find it interesting to know that kayaks are classified by their intended use. Generally, there are five primary classifications -- whitewater, surf, touring or expedition, light touring or day tripping and general amusement. Apart from these, there are several other sub categories of different natures and features. Take for example the fishing kayak which is simply a general recreation kayak appointed with features and accessories that make it an easier kayak to fish from.
With immense possibilities of Kayaking in Cambodia, the country has evolved into one of the top destinations for tourists and travelers who love to indulge in water sports activities for fun and excitement. Cambodia Kayaking can give you the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to journey down the Mekong River deep into Cambodia. The mighty Mekong will carry you past the Khone Falls which is a beautiful waterfall on the Mekong River in Laos in the Champasak Province near its border with Cambodia. It is the mightiest cascade in Southeast Asia and one of the few remaining habitats of the rare Mekong Irrawaddy dolphin.
The Khone Falls has a total height of 21 meters in segmented cascades or rapids stretching over 10 kilometers of the length of the river. The area of the falls is dotted with islands and numerous waterways which are known as Si Phan Don which means 4000 islands.
Full day kayaking tours are extremely popular among the tourists. It provides with the wonderful opportunity to explore the branches of Mekong River. You can also visit the floating villages and markets and have your dinner at the local garden houses. Kayaking in Cambodia will also take you to the magnificent Angkor Wat temple complex. Among the other Adventure Sports in Cambodia, there are mountain biking, cycling and rafting apart from kayaking.
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