How to Travel Around Siem Reap – Your Options for Exploring an Alluring Locality
The charming Cambodian town of Siem Reap, the gateway to the famed Angkor complex, would be an interesting locality to explore, offering many absorbing experiences for visitors. When it comes to travelling around this captivating town, there would be several good options. Described below are your primary choices for getting about Siem Reap.
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By Cambodian tuk-tuk (remork)
Taking a remork, the Cambodian version of a tuk-tuk would be an easy and popular way of travelling around Siem Reap. These vehicles would basically consist of a motorcycle with an attached trailer. Travelling by such means would be particularly suitable for groups as these vehicles would be able to accommodate as many as four persons. You would have the opportunity to hire remorks for brief trips within the city or for a whole day to explore the Angkor Archaeological Park; keep in mind that the rate for a journey would depend on the distance and duration.
By motorcycle taxi (moto)
The abundant motorcycle taxis – also referred to as motos – could be found stationed near restaurants, hotels and well-known attractions in Siem Reap. You would often find that motorcycle taxi drivers would not wear a uniform and may not speak English well; accordingly, it would be prudent to have your destination’s address written down in Cambodian to present to the driver. When travelling by motorcycle taxi, it would be advisable to negotiate and arrive at a fare before commencing your trip and ensure you wear a helmet.
By bicycle
Visitors to Siem Reap would find that getting around by bicycle would be an uncomplicated, eco-friendly, and economical way of travelling within the town. You would have the opportunity to hire a standard bicycle for a small sum, whilst a mountain bike would cost somewhat more. You would typically receive a safety lock and a helmet along with your bike. You would find several bicycle rental establishments at Wat Bo Road and the Old Market. Visitors would also have the option of hiring a bike from The White Bicycles which happens to be a non-profit charitable organization.
By hired motorbike or car
Since renting a motorcycle was formerly illegal in Siem Reap for foreign tourists, you would only find a few establishments that rent these two-wheelers. Whilst you could rent a motorcycle for a reasonable rate make sure that you obtain a helmet and possess an international license to present to the local police if needed.
However, you could also opt to rent an E-bike which would be a more environment-friendly mode of travel as these vehicles would operate on electricity rather than petrol; there would be a few charging stations within Siem Reap too. If you have a bigger budget, you may also consider renting a car for your travels around the town or further afield which is ideal for longer stays.
By taxi
You would find that Siem Reap’s taxi services would be rather informal, as there would be no formal taxi organizations and the vehicles would not be metered. Accordingly, there would be no established rate structures and you would be obliged to negotiate a price for your journey with the driver. You would also have the option of hiring a taxi for your travels around Angkor Wat as well as Tonle Sap Lake, although you should take care to arrive at a reasonable price for your journeys. One of the hotels in Siem Reap Cambodia to consider that you could easily reach by taxi from the airport would be FCC Angkor by Avani which offers the option for arranging private transfers too.
By electric car
Another interesting mode of travel in Siem Reap would be getting about on an electric car. These vehicles would be great for exploring this town and the nearby attractions in a very eco-friendly manner. Additionally, unlike tuk-tuks and conventional taxis, these buggy-like electric vehicles would have the capability to handle dirt roads. During your stay in Siem Reap, you would be able to hire an electric car along with the services of an English-speaking local driver.
