Activities in Stung Treng
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O Svay
This small village near the border with Laos is emerging as an alternative place to view the rare freshwater dolphins of the Mekong. As politics muddies the waters on the Lao side of the border, with the Cambodian and Lao authorities arguing over who has the right to profit from the dolphins, O Svay is stepping forward. A friendly village that also offers the chance for a homestay with a local family, it is possible to view the dolphins for just USaround US$1 here.
Boat rental is also available for about around US$5 per hour, although for now the boats have no covers so bring a hat or scarf. O Svay is now part of the Mekong Discovery Trail and it is possible to arrange a …
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