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Posted from within Vietnam.

Yes it is true,but I believe that as of now,the access road has been developed,but not much done on the top at the hill station.I have been told by a friend who lives near there,that you can still visit the place,but only in an organised tour.It's probably best to go sooner rather than later before it is "developed"

Thanks for your replies I'm glad I thought to ask before we went!

I was in Kampot in December last year, and the information posted by oasis above is what we were told at that time. You can only go in with a guide - and you can't travel (on wheels) up as far as you used to be able to. I believe you now have a 2-3 hour hike to Bokor Station from where you have to park.

Posted from within Vietnam.

Well,as I understand it,although the area is scheduled for re-development,the only work so far done(and not yet completed) is the access road,no work has been done on the site,because construction traffic was unable to get up there,once the access road is finished,then I expect the construction will commence.So I believe it is possible to get there and see the original buildings,but it won't be for that much longer

I went up two years ago, all by foot. It was a very difficult but enjoyable trek and took about 7 hours with breaks at waterfalls and for lunch. We stayed at the ranger's station at the top, and have a fabulous time exploring the derelict buildings.

I was in Kampot two weeks ago, and went to look up the guide who took us up there (Mr Cheung Trey). He's still in business and now uses a vehicle for some of the route. His prices are reasonable and he has amazing stories to tell.

The main choice whoever you go with is day trip (tiring and not so much time at the top) or overnight (possiblly more difficult and basic accomodation but more time to explore).

Personally, I don't think the atmosphere and spookiness will have been destroyed by a few piles of sand, but time is definitely ticking on with the development plans.


Kampot and Kep are worth a visit anyway, so I'd suggest you turn up and find out what's the latest for that week. If you can't get up the hill, you can drive around the abandoned villas in Kep - not quite the same, but interesting nevertheless, and much easier on the feet!