Description
Tmatboey’s community tourism project links local income with conservation of the northern plains and threatened waterbirds. Visits are organised around local guides, village hosting and carefully managed wildlife observation.
Sam Veasna Conservation Tours’ October 2026 account uses Tmat Pauey and the Kriel Lodge name, formerly Tmatboey Ecolodge. Confirm the specific host and booking arrangements directly rather than treating older lodge names as separate attractions.
Site reference ↗How to Get There
Use Preah Vihear town, Sra Aem or the Srayang/Koh Ker area as the road base appropriate to your itinerary. Intercity road transport reaches the province; the major temple groups are separate journeys.
For Tmatboey Ibis Community, continue toward Tmatboey / Tmat Pauey, Kulen Promtep. 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.
Road and transport context ↗Admission
Outdoor public areas, private premises and paid activities have different entry arrangements. A reliable single admission tariff for the whole destination is not published in the reviewed sources.
Things to Do
Join guided birdwatching, learn about community conservation and spend time with local hosts by prior arrangement. Giant and white-shouldered ibis sightings depend on season and conditions and cannot be guaranteed.
Site reference ↗What to Eat
Eat a rice or noodle meal in your overnight town and carry lunch and water for a longer temple or forest outing. Do not eat among archaeological remains.
Where to Stay
Preah Vihear town suits the central province, Sra Aem the northern temple approach, and the Srayang area the Koh Ker group. Choose the base for the actual temple you intend to visit.
Best Time to Visit
Morning or late afternoon is comfortable for outdoor city walking. Plan evening entertainment around the dated programme rather than a general daytime sightseeing schedule.
Before You Go
Keep to agreed routes and observation distances, remain quiet and follow guidance near nests. Never use playback or approach a bird unless your responsible guide confirms that the activity is permitted.
Videos
No verified video has been added for this place yet.
Location map
Area overview: Tmatbuay village centre
Shows the wider destination area. Entrances, parking and boat landings can be elsewhere.
Location reference ↗Tmatboey / Tmat Pauey, Kulen Promtep, Preah Vihear Province, Cambodia
Guide reviewed 25 October 2026. Prices and access can change.
