Overview
Virachey National Park is one of Cambodia's largest and most remote protected areas, spanning 3,325 km² across Ratanakiri and Stung Treng Provinces. Established in 1993, it offers intrepid trekkers access to pristine jungle, minority villages, and the legendary Phnom Veal Thom grasslands with jaw-dropping views of the Laos and Vietnam borders.
Nature · Trekking
Before you go
Accommodation
No accommodation exists inside the park. Sleep in hammocks during treks; spend two nights in Ban Lung before and after.
Fees
A national park fee is required to enter. Contact Soukhon Thon via viracheyecotourism.blogspot.com or email soukhon07@yahoo.com.
Food
Jungle-cooked meals during treks are surprisingly good. In Ban Lung, Gecko House near Parrot Tours offers pizzas and salads.
Transport
All treks begin in Ban Lung with registration at the park office. Access requires a motorcycle to Tavang, then a boat along the Sesan River to minority village starting points.
Weather
Best visited December through March (cool, dry). Summer months are very rainy and leechy—avoid if possible.