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Saracen Bay on Koh Rong successful ecotourism project adventures in the surrounding Beach (p186). 6 Tuning out on Koh Ta Kiev Sanloem (p202). in Chi Phat (p181). countryside. 5 Feasting on the famous (p201) where hammock-time SOUTH COA COA COA SOUTH SOUTH SOUTH T T T S S S hts LIG H HIG ast CO th SOU 2 Exploring the forest with 3 Ambling the alleys of 4 Topping-up your tan by day Kampot pepper crab of Kep is a way of life. local guides and bedding Cambodia’s best-preserved old and downing cocktails by night 173.