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Welcome to Cambodia
Many travelers cite Angkor Wat, one of the great wonders of the world and the symbol of the heart and soul of the Cambodian nation, as one of the highlights of a visit to South East Asia. However, few tourists venture beyond the glory of the temples into wider Cambodia to discover other aspects that make up this diverse and captivating country.
Cambodia is a country rich in culture, nature, history and tradition. However, it has also been devastated by recent wars. Although tourism has grown dramatically in recent years, much of Cambodia still remains in poverty. Increasing numbers of visitors can also have negative environmental and social and cultural consequences and typically these impact the poorest of people.
Stay Another Day Cambodia presents a wealth of remarkable initiatives which not only provide ideas for a richer travel experience, but also the opportunity to contribute in some way to improving the welfare of local people.
Agricultural Development Action
ADA helps communities and people affected by economic defeat and displacement through sustainable agriculture development and community based livelihood enhancement. Our programs range from irrigation and horticulture to post-disaster help and supporting at-risk teens. Travelers can visit target communities and experience the traditional Cambodian way of life.
Singing Tree Cafe
In the growing hustle and bustle of downtown Siem Reap, the Singing Tree Café provides a welcome and memorable experience – a large and serene garden café where you can relax, surf the Internet for free or read while we serve you a delicious selection of light, wholesome and nutritious meals.
Cheung Kok Ecotourism Village - AMICA
For those traveling through the province of Kompong Cham, a must-see place is the Cheung Kok Ecotourism Village, developed with support from Assistance Médiation Internationale (AMICA). Travellers can visit the village and take part in activities to experience village life. Profits from tourism go towards re-investment into long-term projects.
Samatoa
Created in 2004, Samatoa Cooperative is a community group that specialises in producing silk apparel. Our desire from the start has been to re-introduce the unique quality of natural Cambodian silk using the knowledge of skilled weavers and tailors. Samatoa offers a wide range of quality products made from natural Cambodian silk. We offer tailored, ‘made to measure’ silk clothes in 24 hours.
Smateria
Smateria is a small handicraft workshop and store which designs and sells fashion accessories and costume jewellery. Here, local artisans shape various materials into new forms and ideas every day. All of our products are made from basic materials. Some are recycled and all are sourced locally.
Camory Premium Cookie Boutique
Founded in 2006, Camory brings a local twist to cookies. We infuse local agricultural products such as cashew nuts, sesame seeds and local spices into our cookies. By doing so, we hope to introduce visitors to Cambodia's agricultural produce and their untapped potential as ingredients in quality products.
Chambok Community-based Ecotourism Site
Lying at the border of Kirirom National Park and boasting a beautiful 40-meter high waterfall, Chambok Community-based Ecotourism site is the ideal place for a day (or two) away from the city, only 2 hours drive south of Phnom Penh but offering a wide range of outdoor activities and attractions.
Osmose
Osmose's pilot conservation and development project in the Prek Toal area of Tonle Sap Lake links the preservation of endangered waterbird colonies to the sustainable development of local communities. The project is beneficial to over 100 families, providing alternative employment to former bird collectors through conservation, education and ecotourism.
Sam Veasna Center for Wildlife Conservation
Sam Veasna Center for Wildlife Conservation Center is engaged in raising awareness of Cambodia's rich wildlife heritage and facilitating activities that promote wildlife conservation. Established in 2003, it is committed to attaining long-term environmental, socio-cultural and economic sustainability. It specializes in arranging birding tours to remote areas of Cambodia to see rare birds.
Angkor Center for Conservation of Biodiversity
A not-for-profit widlife rescue and nature conservation centre, the Angkor Center for Conservation Biodiversity rehabilitates confiscated wildlife, educates the local community and offers guided tours of the Center, village-based sustainable tours and a bee keeping program as an alternative to poaching.
Butterflies Garden Restaurant
Set in a tropical garden with over 1,000 butterflies, the aptly named Butterflies Garden Restaurant offers an oasis not only for customers but also to the community. It provides disadvantaged youth with restaurant training and former street children and communities living with HIV/AIDS with income-generating opportunities.