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Angkor Drivers by Mr.Keo you can call me ( Leo) i am taxi driver and also private tour arrangement in Siem Reap Angkor and around Cambodia

ABOUT CAMBODIA

WELCOME TO SIEM REAP TRANSPORTATION

Cambodia is a kingdom of wonder. It has many beautiful places to visit such as ancient temples, and natural resources. Angkor Professional Tour Guides briefs the geography, climate… for its tourists and readers to vision about Cambodia exactly. Angkor Professional Tour Guide informs a lot about Cambodia that is relating to the Khmer Tradition, culture, and civilization. If you want to know more information, please feel free to contact our Angkor Professional Tour Guides “APTG”, Thank you.

• Geography
Cambodia is comprising an area of 181 035 square kilometers, the kingdom of Cambodia was apart of ancient kingdom of Funan, Chenla and Angkor. Being the oldest Indianized state in the Southeast Asia, its religion was Hinduism. Today, Theravada Buddhism is the dominant religion. The Mekong River which flows through the country and the Tonle Sap (Great Lake) is the lifeline of the people who live along the waterways. The Tonle Sap is one of UNESCO Treasure since 1995, and one of richest resources of freshwater fish in the world. There are three mountain ranges the Cardamom Mountain in the south- west, the Dangrek Mountains in the north and the Eastern Mountains in the northeast.

• Climate
Cambodia has a tropical climate, warm and humid. In the monsoon season, abundant rain allows for the cultivation of a wide variety of crops. The year-round tropical climate makes Cambodia ideal for developing tourism. Travelers need not to fear natural disasters such as erupting volcanoes or earthquakes, and the country is not directly affected by tropical storms because of surrounding high land and mountains.
The coverage temperature is about 27 degrees Celsius; the minimum temperature is about 16 degrees. December and January are the coolest months, whereas the hottest is April, the temperature is about 35-37 degrees.

• Population and people
Of 14 million people, about 90% of them are ethnic Khmers. There are several minorities such as the Chams (Khmer Islam), Vietnamese and Chinese. Hill tribes such as The Pnoung, Stieng, Kuoy, Kroeng and Tom Pun dominate the country’s mountain regions.

• Religion
The official religion is Theravada Buddhism and almost 90% of population is of this faith. The rest are Muslim and Christians.

• Economy
About 80% of population works on their rice fields. Cambodia is rich in hardwood (teak and Mahogany) and gems which are found in the north-west. The economy operates on free Market principles. Cambodia has adopted one of the most liberal investment laws for foreign investors.

• Language
The official language is Khmer while the second language (spoken by the educated older Cambodian) is French. However nowadays, English has gained popularity.

• Transportation
The best most inexpensive way to take sights of Siem Reap is by Roe Mok (Motor cycle trailer or Tuk Tuk so-called today). Cars, Van, Mini buses, buses. We do not have any Metros, Trains, Taxis and City buses in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh.

• Time
Cambodia has one time zone and seven hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time)

• Currency
Riel is country’s currency. However the US dollar is second currency in Cambodia, too. Travelers Cheques in Us dollar, Visa card and Maestro cards etc, can be changed in ANZ Royal Bank in Siem Reap.

• Entry requirement
Avalid Passport and visa are required for entry. Your visas can be obtained at Pocheng Airport, Siem Reap airport, Boi Bet border, Voen Kam border, Anlong Veng and Bor Vet border as well on arrival. You have to bring two passport-size Photos and fill up the forms. A one month special Visa costs 20 US $ and a Business Visa costs 25 US $. Renew visas through a Angkor Advisor Travel Guides (AATG) or the Immigration Department located opposite the Phnom Penh International airport. For Airport tax, you have to pay 25 US $ for International and 6$ for domestic fight.

• Business hour
Government offices open from 7.30 am to 11.30 am and 2.30 pm to 5 pm on weekdays only. Travel agents, banks and other business open at 8 am 12 am and 2 pm to 5 pm.

• Electricity
All electric appliances use 220 volts.

• Communications
Mobile phones have become a necessity in Cambodia and almost everyone carries a mobile in this country. Mobile number start with 010, 012, 013, 05, 016, 017, 018, 092, 093, 097, 089, 098. and 090.

• Clothings
Most Cambodian are casual in their dressing except when they are attending formal events or business meetings . It’s not unusual to see both men and women wearing the krama, a long, narrow checked cotton cloth round their neck. The women like wearing Sampot at their home stay and they go somewhere else they wear the trousers or jeans. For the party they the traditional dresses like Hol and Pamoung…, the Krama is a versatile piece of cloth.

• Public holiday and events
01 January International New Year’s Day.
07 January Victory day over the Khmer Rouge.
30 January Meak Bochhea Day
08 March International Women’s Day.
14-15-16 April Cambodian New Year, “Bonn Chol Chhnam Khmer”.
01 May International Labor’s Day.
28 May Bonn Visaka Bochea “The Birthday of Buddha”.
12 May Royal Ploughing ceremony “Bonn Chroat Preah Nongkaol”.
13-14-15 May His Majesty king Seihamuni’s birthday.
01 June International Children’s Day.
18 June Samdech Preah Mohesey Norodom Monineath Sihanouk’s Birthday.
24 September Constitutional Day.
7-8-9 October Bonn Pchum Ben.
23 October Paris Peace Agreement on Cambodia.
29 October Coronation Day of His Majesty King Norodom Seihamuni
31 His Majesty Samdech Preah Norodom Sihanouk’s Birthday.
09 November Independence Day.
20-21-22 November Water & Moon Festival.
10 December International Human Rights

• Classical dance
An understanding of the meaning behind the intricate movements in classical dance results only from considerable study. But no study is necessary to be enthralled by seemingly effortless performance, the rich costumes, the complete involvement of performers in the story that they are dancing and the way in which dancer and music are one. The most popular dance drama epic of Ramayana. Besides this we have the coconut shell, peak cock, and fishing dances.

• Music
The music of Khmer, performed on traditional instrument plays an important part in the lives of the people, and companies all of the dancers, rituals and ceremonies.

RECOMMENDED TOURS

      
   Best Angkor Driver - Private Day Tours
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   Lilly 
 2022-02-27
 
 
  It's a must have to do the tour with Mr. Keo - highly recommended
Mr. Keo is more than a driver and really added to our sightseeing. I belong to the people who is not really on tourist attractions and rather prefers the variant of individual travel, but I would recommend the complete tours and really recommend to everyone. In the morning we were picked up very early for the Sunrise Tour. Thereby we were accompanied to buy the tickets and then brought to the anchor wat to see the sunrise at the anchor wat. It was a perfect mix of background information and being able to explore everything on our own at our own leisure. We had time to explore Ankor Wat by ourselves afterwards. Afterwards we looked at all the other temples. He made a lot of effort and supported us in all our wishes. We got good and helpful information and could still explore everything independently and in our tempe. It was a perfect day all around. Since we liked it all so much, we booked the sunset tour for the next day. I would also recommend this! In summary, we are very happy to have seen the temples with with Mr. Keo. We would recommend anyone, whether families, couples or friends to have the temple tours with Mr. Keo! It was one of the best days of our lives. It was a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Keo! Thanks for everything! :-)
  
 
       
   patrick lim 
 2019-03-30
 
 
  Responsible Driver KEO
I had used Keo‘s tuk tuk for 2 days and I had a wonderful trip touring Angkor Wats and other remote temples suggested by Keo. Keo is more than an experience driver but also a knowledgable guy. He has an immense knowledges about Khmer history and this makes your trip much more meaningful. He is a reliable person and passionate about his works by making sure you are comfortable and provide cold drinks & towels to cool you down. I highly recommend Keo to be your personal tuk tuk driver if you are planning a Siem Reap trip. I had made a right choice and you can ever find a responsible and safe driver than Keo. Thumb Up & Bon Voyages 。
  
 
       
   JamesMcD2018 
 2018-08-14
 
 
  Safe, reliable, knowledgeable and courteous
We can highly recommend Keo both as a driver and as a guide. He was extremely courteous, reliable, charming and knowledgeable, and, having been brought up by monks, provided in-depth information about Angkor not known by other guides. He was also very flexible in terms of itinerary, and happy to accommodate last minute changes. Keo, thanks again for being such a terrific driver and guide - we wish you and your family all the very best!
  
 
       
   GandCAdventures 
 2018-06-04
 
 
  Comfortable & pleasant one-way transfer from Siem Reap to Battambang
We contacted Mr Same by phone one evening to request a one-way transfer from Siem Reap to Battambang the following morning. Following some easy Whattsapp-based follow-up communication regarding pickup/hotel arrangements, his brother Mr Lone punctually picked us up from our hotel in a large, good quality 4WD. The drive to Battambang (around 4 hours) was very comfortable despite the distance and major roadworks. We were confident in Mr Lone's driving ability and navigation, and his conversion during the journey was pleasant and informative. Whilst the price was more than we had been quoted by other companies for the same journey, the level of service from Best Angkor Driver was reflected in the additional cost, and given the challenging roads and distances to drive in Cambodia, we now consider it is justifiable to "pay a little bit more" for the great service. We would certainly recommend Best Angkor Driver for a similar transfer.
  
 
       
   swans05 
 2018-04-29
 
 
  great tour guide
We booked poly for 2 days first day we did temples pick up 4.30 am well worth it . We went to 4 temples got to first one at day sunrise what a great surprise . We had a very good tour guide good english and every thing we wanted to know. The 2 nd day we went to a lake with fishing village . . POLY was a great tuk tuk driver plus his brother who drove my daughters . When we go back to siem reap we will hire poly for our whole trip . it was a very very good time meeting poly. the love family .swans05
  
 
       
   Sylvia W 
 2018-04-23
 
 
  Excellent customer service with reasonable price, highly recommended!
We engaged Mr. Same’s private day trip to Koulen Mountain & 1000 Lingas on 15/4/18 (Sun) and he was indeed a very professional driver whom would share with you all the questions you have on the trip. He also planned for us a visit to the Lady Temple after our late lunch due to the super traffic conditions in Koulen Mountain as it was the Khmer New Year in Cambodia. We made last minute request to drop off at the Hard Rock Cafe for us to buy some merchandise and he has kindly arranged for us too on our way back to hotel. Mr. Same is friendly and I would highly recommend his service to anyone who would like to visit Siem Reap!
  
 
       
   yeh-shusheng 
 2018-04-12
 
 
  Good trip go with best driver
After I went to Siem Reap several times, I had all my small/big/outside tour. I wish to explore those area more than Angkor Wat, New places like Battambang or the place that doesn't well know for many tourists. Keo always fulfills my needs, he knows places in and out of Siem Reap and also very good at driving vehicle on the road with poor conditions. Experimented and friendly always gave good advice, will contact him again on my next trip to Cambodia.
  
 
       
   JamesMarchal 
 2018-04-04
 
 
  Best guide in Siem Reap
Very nice guy, very nice tour. If you need an advice or a service, Keo won't let you down. You won't be disappointed if you're smart enough to choose him as your guide.
  
 
       
   Lara Osgood 
 2018-03-11
 
 
  5* service
We had a great day out with Keo. He was prompt and really polite when we met him. The car was comfortable with good air conditioning, We agreed the things we wanted to do / see and he organised the best route. He’s a good driver, calm, patient and very informative. He also provided us with cold water frequently throughout the day. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend his services.

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