Cambodia
Explore a nation of remarkable history, warm hospitality, and meaningful discovery.
Welcome to Cambodia, a kingdom of ancient wonders & timeless charm!
Discover the majestic Angkor Wat temple complex, sleepy beaches and bustling capital city, Phnom Penh. You might also have heard of Siem Reap, a backpacker favourite for its mixture of culture, nightlife and culinary treats.
Whether you’re wanting to tick sunrise at Angkor Wat off your bucket list, interested in finding out what authentic Cambodian tastes like, or ready to explore the infamous night markets, this is a travel destination that truly has something for everyone.
Our Impact in Cambodia
Cambodia’s Khmer Rouge history (1975-1979) has caused ongoing social and economic challenges. Despite progress, many marginalised groups still need support to escape poverty.
Our programs aim to rebuild community capacity with sustainable solutions in education, health, and livelihoods.
- Our programs are focused in the Ek Phnom District, just north of Battambang city.
- We support 10 rural villages in the district, where a majority of the families live below the poverty line.
Where You'll be Based
Just 3 hours from Siem Reap, our Challenges Abroad projects will take you to Battambang City, the second largest city in Cambodia. Although known for its French colonial architecture, Buddhist temples and Hindu statues, Battambang really feels more like a riverside, country town.
Spend your evenings with traditional cooking classes, a ride on the bamboo train and a visit to the bat caves is an absolute must do!
Choose Your Trip
“I loved every minute of my trip, from the range of different temples that we visited to working in 2 different schools with my classmates. Cambodia is a beautiful place and with Challenges Abroad there to support us it created a comfortable and homely feel to this experience. I would highly recommend.”
Katie, Global Citizen