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Is there WiFi on Koh Rong?
Phone and Internet WiFi internet is available at many of the guesthouses, but bandwidth is limited and the connection can be down for hours at a time. If you require phone or Internet while you are on Koh Rong, get a Metfone or Smart SIM card before you arrive.
Is there an atm on Koh Rong Samloem?
Before you get to the island, be aware that there is no ATM on Koh Rong, and pretty much nobody on the whole island has a credit/debit card terminal. So, you better get plenty of cash before arriving. If you didn’t know and it’s too late, or if you run out of cash while there, there is always a way to withdraw!
Are there sharks in Koh Rong?
The appearance of three whale sharks in the waters around Preah Sihanouk province’s Koh Rong and Koh Rong Samloem islands is expected to bring added prosperity to the province’s already booming tourism sector. It has also delighted marine experts and local officials.
Does Koh Rong have an airport?
Koh Rong—a backpacker’s haven—is located a short boat ride from Sihanoukville. The airport, which is being built to host the expected influx of tourists, will have a runway of 2,650 meters (8,694 feet), long enough to accommodate bigger planes such as the Airbus A321.
Can I drink tap water in Cambodia?
Drinking tap water generally isn’t recommended in Cambodia. Water quality varies from region to region and there may be harmful bacteria or viruses present, so the safest option is to treat or purify your water, or opt for bottled water.
How do you get around in Koh Rong?
Koh Rong is a small island, but bigger than Koh Rong Samloem. You can get around by foot or by boat or rent a motorbike. The roads on the island are not all that great so you need to be comfortable with driving a scooter around the island. It is all dirt/gravel roads with many holes.
How much do you need to retire in Cambodia?
So how much will it cost you to live in Cambodia? There is no fixed answer but among the many expats we have talked to their monthly budgets tend to range from as low as $1,000 up to $2,500, with many saying they can live comfortably for an average of $1,500.