Tribal Routes

Code NE-01
Category Northeast Enduros
Duration 8 days nights

Dates & Prices

Day 1: Siem Reap

Airport transfer/getting settled into your hotel and meeting fellow riders, then off to the temples for the day. We will arrange a guide and transport  for you, so you have a chance to learn about this amazing country’s history. Then we’ll meet for an evening meal, and go through the tour itinerary. You will be staying in a comfortable boutique hotel.

Day 2: Siem Reap to Preah Khan

We’ll make our way east through windy single track to the remote temple of  Preah Khan, where we will stay for the night. Accommodation for tonight will be a home-stay so you can really  experience Cambodian life.

Day 3: Preah Khan to Stung Treng [or Kompong Sra Lao]

Today there are two destination options depending on the preference of the group. For the more experienced we can take sandy single track through the forests, with the option of jumping on red dirt if the group gets tired, up to Kompong Sralao on the Lao border. Or there is a slightly easier route through jungle trails then red dirt to Stung Treng. A ferry crossing over the Mekong will take us to the gateway of the mountainous hill tribe areas.  Staying in a hotel with air-con and hot water. [There is an option for a home-stay which is an extra 30 kilometers ride near the Laos border.]

Day 4: Stung Treng [or Kompong Sra Lao] to Ban Lung

We start the day on red dirt roads heading north if coming from Stung Treng or east from Sralao, we ride close to the Laos border. Then its about 70km of deep, sandy single track through the jungle for some spectacular riding. After several river crossings the terrain starts to get more mountainous before we arrive in Ban Lung, the capital of Ratanakiri province. After some long, hard riding you’ll be looking forward to a well earned rest. We'll be staying in a beautiful hilltop hotel with some awesome views.

Day 5: Ban Lung to Sen Monorom

This route used to be known as ‘The Death Highway’, and depending on conditions can be very challenging. However a lot of the old trail has been tarmacked so riding the highway is unavoidable in some spots. There are however enough awesome trails, lots of sand [or mud depending when you go] to keep you happy. A long day in the saddle will get you to Sen Monorom; capital of Mondulkiri Province. A cooler climate with lovely rolling hills lead to some great riding towards the end. Depending on the time of year will depend on the route we take as during the wet season some of the hills get so slippery it's like riding on ice. There is the option to jump on the highway if the group deems necessary. Staying in a hotel with air-con and hot water. [option for a luxury resort - after 5 days in the saddle it is a worthy treat!]

Day 6: Sen Monorom to Snuol

Today will be quite a challenging ride. The forest trail we’ll be riding is only around 50km, but there will be sand, maybe some mud, and rocky climbs and descents. Then it will be a short highway section to Snuol; our stop for the night. If we make good time there is also the option to head towards the Vietnamese border through rubber plantations. We will be staying in a hotel with air-con.

Day 7: Snuol to Kampong Cham

More scenic today with small river crossings, forest trails and rubber plantations, which will lead us back to the Mekong, which we’ll follow into Kompong Cham and civilization...sort of. Staying in a hotel with air-con and hot water.

Day 8: Kampong Cham to Phnom Penh

Today will be more easygoing, following the Mekong river back into Phnom Penh, where the tour finishes, and a well deserved beverage! Options to either try your hand at the shooting range with AK-47 or an RPG, or a slightly more chilled option; a relaxing river cruise at sunset on the Mekong river to round the tour off.

This one is not for the faint of heart; you will really need experience on a dirt-bike for this ride, as depending on conditions, can be very unforgiving. For all those enduro enthusiasts you will have a ride you’ll never forget, on some of the best trails Cambodia has to offer. River crossings,log bridges, beautiful mountain vistas and waterfalls are some of the things that you can look forward to. And sand...lots and lots of sand. Each day we'll be riding between 100 and 200 kilometers.

Terms & Conditions

How to Book

Once you have chosen your itinerary we will send you your final invoice. To secure a booking we require either a non-refundable deposit of 20% of the tour price or $150 per person, whichever is the greater. This can be paid by Bank Transfer or Stripe via the website. The remaining balance can be paid in cash on arrival. Please note: when paying by credit card, a fee of 1.2% is applicable.

Cancellation Policy

Should the client wish to cancel, cancellation charges will be imposed. These are calculated from the day written or verbal notification is received by the Company or their authorized travel agent as a percentage of the total tour price per person cancelling, including surcharges, bank fees and currency exchange fluctuation. The cancellation charges shown below are those which will apply to most tours.

56 or more days before tour starts – retention of deposit

55-42 days before tour starts – 30% of the cost of the tour

41-28 days before tour starts – 60% of the cost of the tour

27-14 days before tour starts – 90% of the cost of the tour

Less than 14 days before tour starts – 100% of the cost of the tour.

 

Bike Damage/Loss Of Equipment

Unfortunately, due to the nature of riding bikes, accidents do happen and damage does occur. We will require either a cash damage deposit of 500 USD for the Honda XR250R / 750 USD for the Yamaha WR 250/450 and other upgrade bikes, or the rider's passport to be deposited before the start of the tour.

Basically; if you break something on the bike you are riding for the tour and the fault is yours, you will have to replace that part. The same applies to any lost part or piece of riding gear. We will  give you a motorbike in good condition for your tour [and the necessary riding gear] and we expect it be returned in that same condition for the next customer who rides it. If there is any significant damage under your care, your deposit will be used for the necessary repairs/replacement of parts.

Your deposit will be refunded in full at the completion of the tour provided no damage has occurred to the motorcycle. If damage has occurred and repair costs are less than deposit amount, then the difference between the repair cost and the deposit will be refunded.

 

Disclaimer

I recognize that there is an element of risk in dirt biking. Knowing of the inherent risks (such as, but not limited to, exposure, snake bites, equipment failure, hazards of the road, traffic accidents, changing weather conditions, etc) and rigors required of said activity, I certify that I am fully capable of participating in the said activity. Therefore, I assume full responsibility for myself, for bodily injury, death and loss of or damage to personal property and expenses thereof. I possess at least the following prerequisites for participating in this activity:

a. I know how to ride a dirt bike;
b. I am in good mental and physical health.

I accept for use, as is, the equipment in good condition and accept full responsibility for care of equipment while in my possession. I agree to deposit my/our passport[s] or leave a cash deposit with KICKSTART DIRTBIKE ADVENTURES as insurance in case of any damage to property. I will be responsible for the prompt replacement at full retail value of all equipment not returned or damaged, other than reasonable wear and tear. I certify that all instruction on the use of equipment has been made clear to me and I understand the function of the equipment.

I indemnify KICKSTART DIRTBIKE ADVENTURES, it’s officers, employees and agents from any action including negligence, related to these risks and dangers. I understand that third party insurance is not included in the tour, but is available as an extra. These terms shall serve as a release and assumption of risk for myself and anyone that accompanies me.

I HAVE READ THE ABOVE WAIVER AND RELEASE AND BY BOOKING IT I AGREE TO EXEMPT KICKSTART DIRTBIKE ADVENTURES FROM LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR WRONGFUL DEATH BY NEGLIGENCE OR ANY OTHER CAUSE.