Phnom Khiev / O'Tavao Waterfall

Description

Phnom Khiev and O'Tavao are names used for Pailin’s forest waterfall destination in the Khlong area. Provincial reporting places the approach in Ou Tavau and records improvements made to the route.

The cascades lie within the hill landscape south of town. Published accounts count the levels differently, so a particular number of accessible tiers is not promised here.

How to Get There

Travel from Battambang to Pailin on the Road 57 corridor by car or other road transport. Continue from Pailin town to local hills, farms and waterfall approaches.

For Phnom Khiev / O'Tavao Waterfall, continue toward Khlong and Ou Tavau, Pailin city. A car or motorbike covers the local road section; use the established approach for the final walk and keep a return vehicle for a countryside outing.

Admission

Entry, parking and activities can be charged separately at recreation sites. A reliable current tariff is not published in the reviewed sources; keep a separate cash allowance for the visit rather than relying on an old quoted price.

Things to Do

Enjoy the lower cascades from an open, stable path and ask which additional sections can be reached on the day. Keep time for the return rather than assuming all tiers form one maintained walk.

What to Eat

Longan is a characteristic Pailin crop; buy fruit in season. Rice, noodle dishes and market snacks make practical meals before a countryside outing.

Where to Stay

Pailin town is the main base for Phnom Yat and surrounding countryside. An orchard or day-use resort is not automatically an overnight property.

Best Time to Visit

Water flow is usually stronger during and after the rainy season, while the dry season can expose more rock. Visit in daylight and avoid the stream during heavy rain or a sudden rise in water level.

Before You Go

Do not use an old road-improvement report as proof that the entire route is open today. Wet rock and changes in stream flow can make a familiar-looking path unsuitable.

Check current provincial access and the linked official border-area travel advice before arranging this outing.

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