Sitting on the eastern bank of the Se Kong River, Stung Treng is a pretty run-down affair of a town, with its major asset being it's spectacular sunsets and friendly people. The one attraction of sorts is a weaving co-operative that operates at the northern end of town which is worth visiting both for its lovely fabrics and to support a worthwhile cause.

Aside from the co-operative, the main pastimes are comprised of boat trips and watching the sunset -- both of which are worth doing -- once. Many travellers spend only a couple of hours here before being rushed on south to Kratie or north to the Laos border, but as with just about anywhere in Cambodia we'd suggest you can't go wrong spending a single night here (though planning a week here is another matter).

If you're on the look-out for a good guide in Stung Treng, we happily recommend fluent English speaking, Mr Darin (011) 226 828 who can also be contacted by email at toudarin@yahoo.com -- he knows the best sunset spots in town and has some interesting ideas on things to do around Stung Treng. Chances are he'll find you before you find him once you're in Stung Treng.