Kep Tourism And Travel Guide

Since the 1900s, Kep has been the arch beach city in the whole of Cambodia, alluring tourists to its gusty shores. The town has splendid resorts and shacks set up across its shoreline, where visitors can relax under bright sunshine or witness the beautiful setting sun. Famous around the world as "Crab Town," Kep holds delectable seafood prospects for the locals and foreigners.

Kep also offers tourists with exciting national parks to explore and discover magnificent wildlife. When looking for more peaceful options, tourists can rest along the banks of tranquil lakes. Let us walk through this travel guide to know about the different tourism prospects of Kep.

By Road:

Some of the modes of transport that tourists can use to get into Kep from close quarters include motodops, tuk-tuks, shared taxis, minibusses, and buses. Kep is also connected to other metropolitans such as Siem Reap and Phnom Penh through a remarkable network of local bus transport. Visitors even choose private taxis to get into Kep luxuriously.

By Water:

A picturesque waterway set along the breathtaking shoreline of Kep and Kampot offers roads that lead into the city. The Crab Shuttle offers scenic boat journeys to Kep through the sea waters surrounding the island. Tourists looking to visit the magnificent Rabbit Island can find solace in the company of scintillating vistas throughout.

The weather in the city of Kep consists of abundant precipitation of rainfall with temperatures hovering between 25°C and 34°C. The warm and sunny weather of the dry season makes it the aptest time of the year to visit Kep. Let us take a look at how the different seasons favor tourism.

Dry Season (October to Early May):
The dry season in Kep witnesses a temperate climate with temperatures ranging between 25°C and 33°C. The months between November and February offer visitors with a perfect atmosphere to explore the splendid natural havens that grace the city's landscapes. Bright daylight also makes relaxing on the beaches of Kep a comfortable experience.

Wet Season (Early May to September):
The wet season in Kep experiences a damp atmosphere with heavy precipitation of rainfall. The temperatures usually alternate between 26°C and 34°C with June and September receiving the most substantial amount of rain. Abundant rainfall results in splendid greenery around Kep's expanse and tourists can explore the nature reserves in the company of lesser crowds.

Glorious Beach Paradise:

Sharing its borders with the Gulf of Thailand, Kep boasts of a beautiful shoreline that glows with white sands. Some of the beautiful beaches that adorn this coastal belt include Kep Beach, Koh Tonsay Beach, and Angkol Beach. Tourists can choose to either stroll around the promenade surrounding the beach or relax amidst beautiful sunsets here.

A Mouth-watering Crab Haven:

Kep has gained popularity all around the world for its remarkable reserve of the crab fish, even conjured up a striking figurine of the aquatic creature in the middle of its sea waters. It is a must for tourists who visit the city to explore the Crab Market and feast on some delicious crab cuisine. Visitors can also request the fishers to cook the crab and then feast on them at the restaurant itself.

Delightful Rabbit Island:

Rabbit Island is a small islet that boasts of a beautiful coastal belt and forms one of the major tourist destinations in the whole of Cambodia. When touring this island, tourists can enjoy the stunning landscapes around, soak in the sunshine at delightful beaches, or scarf down resplendent seafood. Visitors can also indulge in thrilling watersports such as snorkeling or cycle along the island's scenic expanse.

Kep has gained popularity all around Cambodia for its abundant reserves of seafood. The center of attraction of this incredible seafood collection is the delectable crab found in the nearby sea waters. Sauteed crab sprinkled with pepper is a trademark dish found around Kep. Other seafood on offer around the market areas of Kep includes red snapper, tuna, calamari, and goldband snapper. French cuisines such as croque monsieur are also found here in plenty along with other items like sandwiches, shakes, galettes, and crepes. Tourists can also feast on Chinese dumplings or grilled squid to satisfy their taste buds.

The Koki area of Kep that is situated close to the market offers women tourists with attractive shopping prospects such as kramas, blouses, shorts, and t-shirts. Visitors can also take home some ornaments or souvenirs that have been intricately carved out by the local inhabitants. One such impressive shopping spot is the Signature Cafe, which gives away amulets, beads, and stones to be used to create jewellery. With silverware, carvings, and sculptures on sale, the Veranda Natural Resort also offers cherishable souvenirs. The local Kep Market specializes in food items such as locally cultivated pepper and household items.