A period of voluntary work in Koh Kong’s Botum Sakor national park led to the building of Rainbow Lodge.

I thoroughly enjoyed my 10 weeks of living in the jungle collecting data on the flora and fauna of the area, so much so that the seeds of an idea were planted. I was sure that other people would like to get close to nature too but there were not so many opportunities in a country like Cambodia where tourism is booming but facilities are a long way behind.

So, what could I do to help?

Build somewhere for tourists who want to get off the beaten track, to stay and, at the same time, benefit the local community and hopefully help them embrace tourism as a positive not a negative thing.

Building Rainbow Lodge

Health and safety at work!

1st January 2008 saw the opening of Rainbow Lodge.

Since then we have tried to gradually improve the physical comforts of Rainbow Lodge, its eco-efficiency and its service. Improvements have included hammock huts along the river, a larger, more efficient solar system, more kayaks and trekking options for customers to enjoy.

We are still improving and always open to suggestions.