Kampot
Also known as: Climbodia, Phnom Kbal Romeas
Phnom Kbal Romeas; countryside views; caves; riverside town
The climbing
What there is to climb at Kampot, and whether a mixed-ability group can split up here.
49 routes (Climbodia/Phnom Kbal Romeas ~23; Kampong Trach ~23; Ships Rock 3)
Sunset Blvd 6a; Den E411 6a+; Zen X 5.10c
Climbodia site plus Kampong Trach; beginner to advanced routes side by side
guided via Climbodia; strong for beginners and families
Rock & setting
limestone karst; solid; fast-drying
limestone; vertical to overhanging; up to ~30m; via ferrata option
cave and cliff; some shaded belays
low crowds; Climbodia-managed
Season & conditions
Nov-Apr dry; limestone dries fast (~10 min)
Nov-Apr
caving combos; via ferrata; abseiling; cool dry season
May-Oct wet monsoon; heat and humidity
Approach & gear
access mainly via Climbodia tours; site on managed land. Confirm.
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
short walk from Climbodia base to cliff
Kampot town ~3h from Phnom Penh; tuk-tuk/motorbike to site
provided on Climbodia tours; 60m rope; draws; rental available
Kampot town guesthouses and hotels
Kampot town amenities; Climbodia base and shop
Bolting & safety
bolted sport plus via ferrata; Climbodia-maintained. Confirm.
sharp limestone; heat; guided operating model
guiding via Climbodia is standard; independent access limited. Confirm.
Climbodia first aid; Kampot clinic; Phnom Penh hospitals ~3h. Confirm.
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand crag report. Coordinates are approximate.