AKP Phnom Penh, May 27, 2025 --

For the first time, Stung Treng—a picturesque province of Cambodia lying along the Mekong River—will host the Mekong dolphin and kayak boat paddling festival from May 30 to June 1.

The event aims not only to showcase the province’s tourism potential but also to promote public awareness and engagement in the conservation of the endangered Irrawaddy dolphin.

In a recent public announcement, the Ministry of Tourism emphasised that the festival, marketed with the phrase ‘Green Season’, marks the beginning of Cambodia’s rainy season, which revitalises nature and enriches landscapes.

Organised by the Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with Stung Treng provincial authorities, the three-day festival will take place at Preah Rumkel Ecotourism Community, Chheuteal Dolphin Pleasance in Preah Rumkel commune, Borei O' Svay Sen Chey district.

Beyond celebrating tourism and conservation, the event is expected to elevate the quality of tourism products and services, attracting both local and international visitors.

It will feature a diverse range of activities, including a blessing ceremony for the dolphins, kayak boat paddling, showcases of local ecotourism products and cuisine, mass sports events (such as charity marathon running and boat racing), camping excursions, and trips to Borei O’ Svay Ecotourism Community and stunning Sopheakmit Waterfall.

The Ministry of Tourism invites all visitors to join in and bring to life the mottos “Tourism for All, All for Tourism”, “Tourism Flourishing in Peace”, and “Each Person is an Ambassador for Cambodia’s Tourism.”

By Thida You