Koh Ker is a 10th-century temple complex in the north Cambodian jungle. A former capital of the Khmer Empire, the site is now remote and heavily forested. The main structure, Koh Ker Temple, is a stepped 7-tiered pyramid. The large rectangular tank, Rahal Baray, supplied water to the complex. The Prasat Krahom, meaning "red temple," is known for its sandstone carvings, while Prasat Pram is covered in strangler figs.
Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s busy capital, sits at the junction of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers. It was a hub for both the Khmer Empire and French colonialists. On its walkable riverfront, lined with parks, restaurants and bars, are the ornate Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National Museum, displaying artifacts from around the country.
Prek Toal is a bird sanctuary and Ramsar site located within the Tonlé Sap Biosphere Reserve, at the north-west corner of the Tonlé Sap. It is a popular area for ecotourism and birdwatching given the area's rich biodiversity and rare waterbirds, particularly abundant during the dry season.
The Floating Village of Chong Kneah is one of a unique village in Cambodia
where thousands of families gathering their lives together on the rafted
houses, located just a few miles from Siem Reap town, on the great lake Tonle Sap.
The Bayon is a richly decorated Khmer Hindu-Buddhist temple at Angkor in Cambodia.
Built in the late 12th or early 13th century as the state temple of the Mahayana
Buddhist King Jayavarman VII, the temple was originally built for the Hindu God
Brahma. It stands at the centre of Jayavarman's capital, Angkor Thom.
Banteay Srei or Banteay Srey is a 10th-century Cambodian temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Located in the area of Angkor, it lies near the hill of Phnom Dei, 25
km north-east of the main group of temples that once belonged to the medieval
capitals of Yasodharapura and Angkor Thom.
The Royal Palace, in Chey Chumneas, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, is a complex of buildings which serves as the royal residence of the King of Cambodia. Its full name in the Khmer language is Preah Barom Reachaviang Chaktomuk Serei Mongkol.
At present Srah Srang measures 700 by 350 m and is still partially flooded. As other barays, maybe there was a temple standing on an artificial island in the middle of it, as suggested by finding of a basement. The landing-stage, opposite the entrance to Banteay Kdei, is a popular site for viewing the sunrise.
Angkor Wat is a temple complex in Cambodia and the largest religious monument in the world by land area, with its site measuring 162.6 hectares.
Get vaccinated as soon as it’s your turn and follow local guidance on vaccination.
Keep physical distance of at least 1 metre from others, even if they don’t appear to be sick. Avoid crowds and close contact.
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If you develop symptoms or test positive for COVID-19, self-isolate until you recover.
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Make your environment safer
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Outbreaks have been reported in places where people have gather, often in crowded indoor settings and where they talk loudly, shout, breathe heavily or sing such as restaurants, choir practices, fitness classes, nightclubs, offices and places of worship.
To make your environment as safe as possible:
Avoid the 3Cs: spaces that are closed, crowded or involve close contact.
Meet people outside. Outdoor gatherings are safer than indoor ones, particularly if indoor spaces are small and without outdoor air coming in.
If you can’t avoid crowded or indoor settings, take these precautions:
Open a window to increase the amount of natural ventilation when indoors.
Wear a mask (see above for more details).
Keep good hygiene
By following good respiratory hygiene you protect the people around you from viruses that cause colds, flu and COVID-19.
To ensure good hygiene you should:
Regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with either an alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water. This eliminates germs that may be on your hands, including viruses.
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Clean and disinfect surfaces frequently, especially those which are regularly touched, such as door handles, faucets and phone screens.
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If you feel unwell, here’s what to do.
If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention immediately.Call by telephone first and follow the directions of your local health authority.
Know the full range of symptoms of COVID-19. The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever, dry cough, tiredness and loss of taste or smell. Less common symptoms include aches and pains, headache, sore throat, red or irritated eyes, diarrhoea, a skin rash or discolouration of fingers or toes.
Stay home and self-isolate for 10 days from symptom onset, plus three days after symptoms cease. Call your health care provider or hotline for advice. Have someone bring you supplies. If you need to leave your house or have someone near you, wear a properly fitted mask to avoid infecting others.
Keep up to date on the latest information from trusted sources, such as WHO or your local and national health authorities. Local and national authorities and public health units are best placed to advise on what people in your area should be doing to protect themselves.
Before the Trip
Pre-trip checklist
Within 14 days of departure, please ensure:
• You have not tested positive for COVID-19
• You are not experiencing a fever, dry cough, sore throat, difficulty breathing, fatigue, loss of taste and smell, or any other symptoms of COVID-19
• You have not been in close contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID19
Entry requirements
We will notify you of trip-specific health guidelines before your departure. Depending on regional entry requirements, you may need to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test, recovery from COVID-19, or vaccinations. It is imperative that you arrive at your destination armed with this information. We cannot stress enough the importance of this. If you fail to comply with local COVID-19 Rules and Regulations, you may be refused entry to the region and be unable to participate in your trip.
Packing list
We ask that you bring your own masks, but we will have extras on hand should you need them. In the event that you are required to quarantine unexpectedly, we recommend including extra medication and other necessities in your carry-on to cover an additional 14 days.
Travel insurance
We strongly suggest all our travellers purchase travel insurance. Now more than ever, it is important to be covered should you need to leave your trip due to injury or infection. The Fin Travel & Tours offers coverage through Cavalry Insurance. Please review the details of their COVID-19 Policy FAQ here.
On Your Trip
Your on-trip health
If you experience COVID-19 symptoms while on trip, please notify your Guide immediately and refrain from further group activities. Please know we will do everything we can to assist you in following local health advice and safety protocols. Should you require offsite medical treatment for any reason on your trip, please be aware that due to local health protocols, your Guide may not be able to accompany you.
Your guides
Your Guides will ensure you’re well-informed and feeling safe throughout your trip. They have received up-to-date training that covers advanced health and safety protocols specific to COVID-19 and they will conduct pre-trip safety meetings with all our local partners. All Guides participate in daily health screenings.
Local health protocols
To keep your group, your guides and the communities you visit safe, we kindly ask that you follow local health protocols and regulations. If you are unable to do so, you may be required to leave your trip. Local guidelines may include (but are not limited to):
• Masks/PPE
• Maintaining physical distance
• Hand washing and sanitizing
• COVID-19 tests for entry into establishments
• COVID-19 tests for suspected exposure
If COVID-19 exposure or a positive COVID-19 test arises while on trip, we ask that you comply with local guidelines. We will do our best to assist you, however, any costs associated with cancellations or delays are your responsibility. This may include (but is not limited to):
• Masks/PPE o Required testing
• Required self-isolation and/or quarantine
• Transportation arrangements
Trip modifications
Due to health and safety concerns that could emerge from COVID-19, The Fin Travel & Tours may need to modify your trip and its activities. These modifications would be necessary to keep your group and guides safe while on the tour.
Once a trip is on the road, we have fully committed to all payments (hotels, local guides, restaurants, transfers etc.) and therefore are unable to refund travellers should their trip be cut short or altered due to COVID-19, failure to comply with local health protocols, or any other reason.
