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Explore Cambodia on Two Wheels
Begin in Siem Reap, where ancient Angkor temples, quiet villages and emerald rice fields turn even a short scooter ride into an adventure.
Ride beyond the famous sights to discover riverside towns, rural backroads and the landscapes around Tonlé Sap, with everyday Cambodia unfolding along the way.
Then slow things down on the southern coast and islands, where tropical beaches, jungle scenery and laid-back places like Koh Rong reveal another side of Cambodia.
Temple Roads
Ride beyond Angkor to discover ancient ruins, jungle roads and rural villages.
Escape to the Coast
Explore laid-back coastal roads, riverside towns and Cambodia’s tropical south.
See Local Cambodia
Leave the main sights behind for rice fields, markets and everyday village life.
Explore Cambodia
Siem Reap
Explore Siem Reap’s ancient temples, peaceful countryside and rural roads
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Considerations Before You Ride in Cambodia
In Cambodia, you do not need a Cambodian driving licence to ride a motorcycle or scooter with an engine of 125cc or less. For anything over 125cc, you need the appropriate motorcycle licence.
If you are travelling from the UK and plan to hire a larger scooter or motorcycle, take your UK driving licence and check whether you also need a 1949 International Driving Permit (IDP). Your UK licence should cover the type of motorcycle you intend to ride.
It is also important to check the rental conditions and your travel insurance. An insurer may have stricter licence or riding-experience requirements than Cambodian law, so being legally allowed to ride does not automatically mean you are insured.
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GOV.UK – Cambodia travel advice: road travel and motorcycles
GOV.UK – International Driving Permits
Generally, you should not expect to take a rental scooter on Cambodia’s regular passenger ferries. Services from the mainland to islands such as Koh Rong and Koh Rong Sanloem are primarily designed for foot passengers rather than travellers bringing vehicles.
If you are heading to the islands, the simplest option is usually to leave your mainland rental behind and travel across as a foot passenger. Scooters can be hired locally on Koh Rong, although roads and riding conditions vary considerably around the island.
Always check the conditions of your rental agreement before taking a scooter away from the mainland or attempting to transport it by boat. Ferry arrangements can also change, so check directly with the operator before travelling if taking a vehicle is important to your plans.
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Visit Koh Rong – Getting to and around Koh Rong
A helmet is required by Cambodian law when riding a scooter or motorcycle. This applies to the rider and passengers, so make sure everyone travelling on the scooter has a properly fitting helmet.
Helmets are commonly supplied with rental scooters, but don’t assume one will automatically be included or that the fit and condition will be good. Check what is provided when you collect the scooter and ask for a different helmet if it is damaged, loose or does not fasten securely.
Other protective clothing is not generally required in the same way as a helmet, but closed shoes, long trousers, gloves and a suitable jacket are sensible, particularly for longer journeys. Remember that Cambodia’s heat can make riding in protective clothing uncomfortable, so lightweight riding gear can be a good compromise.
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GOV.UK – Cambodia travel advice: motorcycles and road safety
Yes. Cambodian road rules allow people aged 15 or over to ride motorcycles of 125cc or less, while the minimum age for a Cambodian motorcycle licence covering bikes over 125cc is 18.
Rental companies can set their own minimum age, however, and this may be higher than the legal riding age. Some may also require a certain amount of riding experience, particularly for larger motorcycles.
Always check the age requirement shown for your chosen scooter before booking. You should also make sure you meet the licence and age conditions of your travel insurance, as these can be stricter than local rules.
If you hold a UK driving licence, it is sensible to take an International Driving Permit (IDP) if you plan to ride in Cambodia. The type recognised for Cambodia is the 1949 IDP.
For motorcycles over 125cc, GOV.UK says you may sometimes need both a 1949 IDP and your UK driving licence when hiring. Even for a smaller scooter, a rental company may have its own requirements, so check the conditions for your chosen vehicle before travelling.
An IDP does not replace your normal driving licence, so carry both documents. You should also make sure your UK licence covers the type of motorcycle you are hiring and that you meet your travel insurer’s requirements.
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GOV.UK – Check if you need an International Driving Permit
Yes. In Cambodia, traffic drives on the right, so UK visitors need to take particular care at junctions and when joining a road. Overtaking is normally on the left, and riders should follow traffic signs, signals and instructions from the police.
A helmet must be worn, and Cambodia’s road rules require riders to keep a safe distance, use indicators when turning or overtaking and slow down where conditions make riding more hazardous. Take particular care around junctions, bends, villages and busy urban traffic.
Road conditions and driving standards can vary considerably, and riding after dark carries a greater accident risk. Expect everything from busy city traffic to poorly surfaced rural roads, and ride defensively rather than assuming other road users will behave as you expect.
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GOV.UK – Cambodia travel advice: road travel
Insurance may be included with some scooter rentals in Cambodia, but you should not assume that you are fully covered. The level of protection can vary between rental companies and vehicles, so check exactly what is included before booking.
Look carefully at whether the rental includes cover for damage, theft and third-party liability, and check the excess or deposit you could be responsible for. Damage to tyres, wheels, mirrors or the underside of the scooter may also be excluded.
Your travel insurance is separate from the rental company’s cover. Check that your policy specifically covers riding the size of scooter you intend to hire and that you meet its licence, helmet and other conditions.
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GOV.UK – Cambodia travel advice: insurance
Possibly. The price shown when booking may not always be the final amount you pay, so check what is included before confirming your scooter. Extras can vary depending on the rental company and the vehicle you choose.
Additional costs might include a security deposit, extra insurance, additional helmets, delivery or collection, an extra rider or charges for returning the scooter somewhere different. Fuel is also normally your responsibility during the rental.
Check the booking conditions carefully for your particular scooter rather than assuming every rental works the same way. It is also worth checking how the security deposit is taken and returned, especially if you are asked to leave cash or a card deposit.
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