Activities in Krong Koh Kong
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kickboxing
Traditional Khmer kickboxing - similar to Thailand's Muay Thai, which Khmers insist is in fact Cambodian - is especially popular in Krong Koh Kong, and many of the country's top boxers, including the national champion, Eh Phouthong, hail from here.
Matches are sometimes held in Krong Koh Kong on Saturday nights, especially in the dry season. The hugely enthusiastic crowds include quite a few women and the provincial governor who, it is said, never misses a match. Locals are joined by Thai punters from across the border.
For details on times, ask someone to translate what's being said when you see an old pickup driving around town with its loudspeakers blaring.
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beach
The best nearby beach is on the eastern (ie city centre) side of Stung Koh Poi about 4km south of the bridge at the tip of the peninsula. You can get there along the river on foot or by moto; by car you have to loop around to the east.
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Dive Inn
From October to July, the Dive Inn runs all-day snorkelling trips to Koh Kong Island (US$25 per person, minimum eight participants).
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Resort 2000
Across the estuary from town and about 2km south of the bridge, Resort 2000 has a grassy beach area and eating options that are popular with Khmers.
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Koh Kong Adventure Travel & Tours
Koh Kong Adventure Travel & Tours runs PADI courses and scuba day trips but prices may be high.
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