I Tried Phnom Penh’s Riverside Cruise… Then THIS Happened 🇰🇭

Today I tried something I’ve never done in Phnom Penh before… a Riverside Cruise along the Mekong River. But what was supposed to be a simple sunset cruise turned into one of the craziest, most unexpected days I’ve had in Cambodia. 😂🌧️

I grabbed a tuk-tuk, did some bargaining, explored the Royal Palace area, bought balloons for fun, met up with friends, and tried to catch a boat—
until the weather suddenly changed everything.

Instead of letting the day fall apart, we pivoted… and somehow turned it into a perfect Cambodian night: rooftop views, Peruvian–Japanese fusion food, and a whole lot of laughs with Travel With Chris, Seara Travels, and SilkyRonTheRoad.

If you’re planning to visit Phnom Penh, this video shows EXACTLY what a real day here feels like—beautiful, unpredictable, full of people, energy, and surprises.

🌇 What We Did in This Video

Took a tuk-tuk ride toward the Royal Palace

Negotiated a fare Cambodian-style

Explored Riverside and met balloon vendors

Met up with Travel With Chris, Seara Travels, and SilkyRonTheRoad

Tried booking a Mekong river cruise

Got caught in sudden crazy wind & storm

Pivoted the entire plan last minute

Ended the night with luxury rooftop dining

Tried Peruvian–Japanese fusion dishes for the first time

🇰🇱 Why I Love Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh is raw, real, and full of life.
Even when plans fall apart, the city gives you something better.
This video shows exactly why Cambodia feels like home.

📍 Places Mentioned

Royal Palace Park

Phnom Penh Riverside / Sisowath Quay

Above Eleven (Novotel Phnom Penh)

Mekong River Boat Docks

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