Koh Kong Provincial Tourism Department: Over 800,000 Domestic Visitors Recorded in the First 10 Months of 2025

Koh Kong Province, Cambodia — The Koh Kong Provincial Department of Tourism has reported remarkable growth in visitor numbers for the first ten months of 2025, highlighting the province’s rising popularity as a major eco-tourism and coastal travel destination.

According to the department’s latest update, more than 800,000 domestic tourists visited Koh Kong from January to October 2025. In addition, the province welcomed over 50,000 international tourists, marking a positive rebound in foreign travel following global tourism recovery trends.

Strong Domestic Tourism Momentum

The large influx of local visitors shows increasing interest in Koh Kong’s natural attractions, including waterfalls, beaches, mangrove forests, and mountain landscapes. Local travelers have been particularly drawn to popular sites such as:

• Tatay Waterfall

• Kbal Chhay Prek Koh River

• Peam Krasaop Wildlife Sanctuary

• Koh Sdach Archipelago

• Chiphat Community Ecotourism Area

Tourism officials said that improved infrastructure, community-based initiatives, and environmental conservation efforts have contributed to this steady domestic tourism growth.

International Tourism Making a Comeback

Over 50,000 foreign tourists visited Koh Kong during the same period, with travelers mostly coming from neighboring Thailand, Vietnam, Europe, and East Asia. The province’s scenic islands, pristine beaches, and adventure-tourism offerings continue to attract international attention.

The Provincial Tourism Department expects foreign visitor numbers to rise further as airlines expand routes and border tourism activities increase.

Government Efforts to Boost Tourism

The Koh Kong authorities are actively promoting the province through:

• Eco-tourism campaigns

• Infrastructure upgrades

• New community tourism initiatives

• Events and cultural festivals

Tourism officials highlighted that these efforts aim to position Koh Kong as one of Cambodia’s top nature-based tourism destinations.

Looking Ahead

With strong domestic travel and a growing international presence, Koh Kong Province is poised to continue its upward tourism trajectory through the end of 2025. Authorities remain optimistic that the province will achieve even higher visitor numbers during the upcoming holiday season.