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Most tourists who go to the Cambodian islands automatically go to Koh Rong and Koh Rong Samloem.
Koh Ta Kiev is a hidden gem that is currently not as developed as the other islands.
It’s not the easiest island to get to and has a military presence but pristine waters and tranquil beaches await this amazing adventure.
Before You Read Further
This is a hidden gem and we recommend keeping it that way. Pack up whatever you bring and expect a rustic adventure in paradise.
If living in a treehouse without running water isn’t your thing – this may not be the place for you.
Koh Ta Kiev
Koh Ta Kiev Is beautiful and by far the most laid-back of the Cambodian islands.
We recommend getting here before the developers do. You will find yellow sand beaches shaded by green pine trees surrounded by coral reefs with excellent snorkeling.
There are several rustic-looking eco-resorts with no hot water, air-conditioning, or internet. Expect to be disconnected.
Cell phone reception is sparse but we surprisingly had amazing cell reception with Metfone.
This is by far one of the last places on the southeast Asia backpacking route that has not been touched by tourism and and development. This won’t last for long.
Top Beaches on Koh Ta Kiev
The Top Beaches in order of serenity are:
1. Plankton Beach (Formerly The Other Side Beach / Naked Beach)
2. Long Beach
3. Last Point Beach
Our favorite beaches are Plankton Beach and Looong Beach.
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Where To Stay on Koh Ta Kiev
There are a few places to stay on the island.
Long Beach
-Crusoe Koh Ta Kiev Island
-Koh Ta Kiev Bungalows (AKA Eco Bungalows Island, Nak’s)
-Sea Garden Koh Ta Kiev Island
-The 103 Treehouse Bay
-Coral Beach KTK
Last Point Beach
-The Last Point Hostel
Plankton Beach (Formerly The Other Side Beach / Naked Beach)
-Kactus Eco Village Resort
Not On a Beach
-Diamond Ta Kiev Island Repsort
Our recommendation is to stay at Kactus. Its amazingly underrated. Again don’t expect a five star resort on a relatively deserted island.
Where To Eat on Koh Ta Kiev
Kactus
They have an in house French chef who makes amazing world class food.
Kitchen Hours: 7:00am – 10:00am, Lunch 1:00pm $6, Dinner 7:00pm $7
Bar Hours: 7:00am – 11:00pm
*Make Reservation for Lunch and Dinner*
Last Point
Serves Khmer and Western dishes.
Recommend wood fire pizza (after 12:00PM) and excellent sandwiches and bread.
“Klang 30” Happy Hour – Buy a Klang for $1.50 at 3:00PM and drink unlimited Klangs for the next 30min.
Kitchen Hours: 7:00am – 9:00pm
Bar Hours: 7:00am – Late
Ten103
Serves Khmer Dishes, Breads, Mediterranean Food
Recommend for Breakfast.
Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Dessert
Kitchen Hours: 7:30am – 9:00pm
Bar Hours: 7:30am – Late
Nak’s Shack/Koh Ta Kiev Bungalows
Fresh ingredients from their garden and kitchen. Most dishes are reasonably priced at $5.
Some of the cheapest drinks on the island with beers, soft drinks and coffee for $1.
Kitchen Hours: 7:30am – 9:00pm
Bar Hours: 7:30am – 11:00am
Crusoe Island
Serves Khmer and Western dishes.
Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Dessert
Kitchen Hours: 7:30am – 3:00PM, Dinner 7:00pm
Bar Hours: 7:30am – Late
*Make Reservation for Dinner by 5:00pm*
Fishing Village
45 Minutes from the Resorts
-Food isn’t cheap and you will get a couple of dishes and drinks for ~$10.
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Getting Here
Most of the Guesthouse provides a ferry service connecting Sihanoukville – Otres1 beach/Ream Beach National Park and Koh Ta Kiev Island.
Make sure you take the correct ferry or you may end up on the wrong side of the island.
Kactus
Departure Locations:
– Otres1 in front of Pohato tours, opposite of Wish You Were Here guesthouse
– Ream National Park in front of shop 029 on Ream’s beach.
– Koh Ta Kiev Island from Kactus village
Schedule (November to April):
Otres1 (opposite Pohato Tours and Wish You Were Here) to Koh Ta Kiev at 12:00pm, 4:45pm
Koh Ta Kiev to Otres1 at 10:00am, 3:00pm
Price:
$13 Return Trip, $8 One Way
+$3 Afternoon Departures/Arrivals
+$3 Ream Morning Ream NP Drop off
Children from 0-5y are free, 5-10y roundtrip 8USD and 10y+ 13USD.
Crusoe Island
Departure Locations:
– Otres1 in front of Mien Mien, opposite of Wish You Were Here guesthouse
– Koh Ta Kiev Island from Crusoe Island Resort
Schedule:
Otres1 (opposite Mien Mien and Wish You Were Here) to Koh Ta Kiev at 11:30am
Koh Ta Kiev to Otres1 at 9:00am
Price:
$8 is Booked Online; $10 at the Boat; $12 with Agent
Last Point
Departure Locations:
– Otres1 in front of Seagarden
– Koh Ta Kiev Island from Crusoe Island Resort
Schedule:
Otres1 (opposite Seagarden) to Koh Ta Kiev at 11:30am
Koh Ta Kiev to Otres1 at 9:00am
Price:
$12 Return Trip
Nak’s Shack/Koh Ta Kiev Bungalows
Departure Locations:
-Ream Beach
Schedule:
On demand
Price:
$5 One Way
Ten103 Treehouse Bay
Departure Locations:
– Otres1 in front of Seagarden
– Koh Ta Kiev Island from Ten103 Treehouse Bay
Schedule:
Otres1 (opposite Seagarden) to Koh Ta Kiev at 11:30am
Koh Ta Kiev to Otres1 at 9:00am
Price:
$12 ROund Trip
Getting Here and Around Koh Ta Kiev
Hiking on the trails of Koh ta Kiev is pretty easy.
Getting Around Koh Ta Kiev
Trekking through the jungle is the only way to get around. Its pretty safe and trails are usually marked.
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Koh Ta Kiev One of the most beautiful places in Cambodia. Go now before it gets discovered.
How was your experience on Koh ta Kiev?
Did you find this guide helpful? Should we add anything else or have you noticed an changes? Share your tips and recommendations for travelling to Koh ta Kiev below. Anything else you recommend doing or seeing on the island?
We would love to hear about your experience.
Leo M.
January 21, 2019
Paradiso. We will travel from Italy and cant wait to see this paradise.