based on 17 experiences from female travelers
Cambodia was super fun! You just have to drink lots of water because it was super hot. Using sunblock, umbrella, and clothes which are cotton were helpful. It would be best to stay indoors at lunchtime or after lunch to avoid the heat. The food in Siem Reap was yummier as compared to Phnom Penh. The people were kind too :)
Posted: August 18, 2024Iman
France
I have been living in Phnom Penh for a year now and I have never felt as safe as this city. The people are so nice and always want to help you, the weather is good, the food is delicious and the culture so interesting
Posted: July 10, 2024I felt quite safe in Phnom Phen, however I would say, keep track of your belongings. I know several people who got their phone stolen there. Either by a person passing by (on a motorbike) or even a tuk tuk driver. Besides that everything was fine. There is however not much to do and if you don't have too much time I would suggest skipping this town in favour of other places.
Posted: May 4, 2024Experienced: April, 2022hey_maj_ical
Philippines
It was an amazing solo travel. Food and transport doesn't hurt the bank a lot as the food is pretty cheap yet superb taste! Booking a TukTuk via Grab is very convenient and also cheap. I stayed at a RS II Guesthouse and the view of the Royal Palace at the balcony is just wow... then you have the river on your left...also inexpensive... Make sure to visit the Killing Fields to know their deep history.(Prepare your tissues!) Overall, Phnom Penh is a nice place for solo or group travelling and you can enjoy comfort and convenient without spending too much.
Posted: March 4, 2024Experienced: January, 2023Cambodia is very safe but be careful in the capital Phnom Penh. Siem reap is an amazing place to visite either the temples on Angkor Wat In the south there are too wonderful islands that you can’t miss And you have to visit Kampot
Posted: February 26, 2024Experienced: March, 2018Victoria
France
Cambodia is an amazing country ! The landscapes there are just fabulous and people are so sweet ! I was an English teacher in a NGO called AKD school Battalbang and I highly recommend this experience. The family that welcomed me was very nice and took care of me. Teaching to the kids was incredible... I loved everything there ! I never felt insecure in Cambodia but there are two major security issues there : dogs with rabies (everywhere) and bag snatching (in Phnom Penh). Thus you should be careful when you walk by the street by night (dogs) and when you walk along the sidewalk with a bag (pickpockets on motorcycles can grab your bag and won't let it go until you do so !)
Posted: February 21, 2024Experienced: March, 2022Solo traveled to Cambodia. Taught myself how to ride a motorbike at a quiet little hotel run by some French folks outside of Siem Riep. Used that to drive myself around Angkor Wat solo. Also ran in the 32k there. Not the most fun of a race (did it on 1 hour of sleep…) but drove myself to the start in the dark at 5 am, which was a pretty unique experience.
Posted: February 1, 2024Experienced: February, 2024Sarah
United Arab Emirates
An amazing trip to be a woman alone! I really loved that experience. I truly recommend it, ladies. Everything was beautiful and unexpected – beaches, temples, people… An amazing time for myself 🧘🏻♀️. Peace, meditation, and love.
Posted: January 13, 2024Jordan
United States
I visited Angkor Wat as part of a college team focused on partnering with various NGOs. We spent the majority of our time in Phnom Pehn, various villages, and Siem Reap. Our team toured Angkor Wat and the surrounding temples on a cultural excursion. I would definitely recommend taking the time to hit as many temples as possible- they're all unique and have their own stories, and it's beautiful to climb to the top of some and see the others rising out of the jungle. I would not recommend traveling alone on this excursion. I was briefly separated from my group at one point and found myself surrounded by catcalling tuktuk drivers. They refused to leave me be until my male teammates arrived. If your don't have travelling companions, I'd recommend a tour group. While the Cambodian people were generally respectful toward Americans, the Khmer language is difficult to grasp for English speakers. Be aware that the temple area is especially crowded because it is a tourist hotspot. There are also active worshipers who utilize the space. I can't speak to a budget because the college handled the majority of my travel. The dollar goes very far in Cambodia, though. I recommend dressing for hot weather. We became very accustomed to sweating during our time there. I tended toward sports bras, tanktops, thin overshirts, and capris to adhere to modesty expectations. If you can, I suggest grabbing a pair of the billowy 'elephant pants' as soon as you're able after arriving in country. They're very comfy and lightweight. Also, keep in mind that the food and water is rough for people who aren't used to it. We carried bottled water and water purifying tablets for emergencies. Use your best judgment with food :)
Posted: December 28, 2023Experienced: May, 2016Cambodia is one of my favorite places so far. The energy and the people are amazing. I was there as a volunteer, but I didn't live there permanently. It is also a very poor country due to its recent history. I felt safe at all times, but some people strongly advised me not to walk alone at night, as sex trafficking is very prevalent.
Posted: December 26, 2023Pich
I’m kindly ambivert, I like hanging out and meet new people but also stay alone sometimes ^^
Suzi
British well travelled ex scuba instructor/travel agent living on a tropical island in Cambodia
Suzi
Koh Rong Sanloem
3 days
British well travelled ex scuba instructor/travel agent living on a tropical island in Cambodia
Panchak
Phnom Penh
2 days
Hi, my name’s Panchak. I’m from Cambodia living in Phnom Penh. I’m looking to meet new people and get to know and share things with each other