Koh Rong has built itself a reputation as Cambodia’s party island in recent years, with most visitors heading to its often-packed shores. Luckily, the country is home to a swathe of other pickings, with many still boasting basic tropical island living.
Koh Ta Kiev is an alternative for those seeking some solace and simple life. Home to only a handful of budget resorts in the form of beach huts and bungalows, there is also the option to hire a hammock for the night, or sleep under canvas.
Again, escaping the masses comes with a warning that amenities are limited on this island. There are certainly no ATMs so don’t forget to bring cash and stock up on sunscreen and insect repellent as there are mosquitos aplenty.
The smattering of resorts serve up a variety of Western and Asian meals, so you won’t go hungry. But remember to pack a torch and jumper as it ca get nippy at night.
There is no electricity grid on the island so the majority of the power is sourced from solar panels and generators. This often means electricity is switched off at about 9pm, with designated times given for guests to charge phones and other electrical items. Packing a fully charged power bank is a good idea.
Wi-Fi is a no-no so if you can’t cope with the idea of being switched off from the world, buy a local SIM card and data package and you may – if you’re lucky – get a faint signal to post that dream beach snap on Instagram.
