Rabbit Island

Rabbit Island is yet another addition to Cambodia’s not-so-popular island getaways. Off the coast of Kep, the island is perfect for a day trip or overnight stay. To get there, you take a 20minute boat ride from the pier in Kep. Tickets can be arranged from most of the guesthouses in Kep, or from the travel agents in the Kep town. Tickets cost $20 return and boats leave at 8 am, 12 pm and return to the Kep pier at 4 pm. The boat can accommodate upto 20 people and is an open-air boat. So make sure you wear sun cream and cover up if it’s sunny, and if the weather turns bad and the water is choppy, be prepared to get a little wet! It’s great for some adventure activities and really makes travellers feel as if they are exploring the wild coast or sailing into the horizon to a secret Bond villain's island.The island itself is very wild. Covered in jungle, one slice of the shore is set up with bungalows and a few local restaurants serving cold drinks, and Asian and western menus. The beach is shallow and great for families to paddle around. Be careful of the incoming boats though, as they launch right up on the shore! If you’re looking for a tropical island escape with a castaway feel—Rabbit Island is for you!