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Costs & Budget

What do you get for your budget?

Backpacker (€15 - €25 per day)

Backpackers who want to travel as cheaply as possible can easily get by on a small budget in Cambodia.

  • Stay in cheap hostels or guesthouses (dorms)

  • Eat street food or cheap Cambodian dishes such as amok curry and lok lak

  • Travel by local buses, tuk tuks or hitchhike with locals

  • Visit sights such as Angkor Wat with a day pass (€37)

  • Enjoy free activities such as beach days and visiting markets

Perfect for: Budget travelers, solo travelers, long-term backpackers.

Flexpacker (€30 - €50 per day)

Flexpackers seek a balance between comfort and adventure without spending too much.

  • Stay in private rooms in hostels, boutique hotels or budget hotels

  • Eat a mix of street food and comfortable restaurants

  • Travel by Grab, taxis or sometimes night buses for longer distances

  • Book activities such as a boat trip on the Mekong or a massage

  • Enjoy a mix of budget and luxury, with room for spontaneous spending

Perfect for: Couples, digital nomads, travelers who want a little more comfort

Luxury trip (€80 - €150+ per day)

Do you want to enjoy Cambodia to the fullest with luxury accommodations and exclusive experiences?

  • Stay in 4 or 5 star hotels and resorts with swimming pool

  • Dine at high-end restaurants and enjoy cocktails with a view

  • Travel by private car, fast boat or domestic flight

  • Book exclusive tours, such as a private tour of Angkor Wat at sunrise

  • Pamper yourself with wellness days and spa treatments.

Perfect for: Luxury travelers, honeymooners, budget travelers

How much does it cost to travel through Cambodia? Budget overview for every traveler

Cambodia is one of the most affordable destinations in Southeast Asia, but you can make it as cheap or as luxurious as you want. Whether you’re a backpacker, flexpacker or luxury traveller, here’s a handy guide to the average daily and monthly costs of living in Cambodia.

 

Cost overview per travel style

 

 

 

 

Additional costs to take into account

  • Visa : €35 for a tourist visa (30 days, on arrival or online)

  • SIM card & internet : €5 - €10 for a local SIM card with data

  • Tips & Donations : Small amount for guides and temple visits

Cost breakdown travel through Cambodia
Ankor Watt national park tempels Cambodia
Zondersondergang op het strand bij Koh Rong Cambodja

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