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For anyone thinking of taking a tuk tuk to the Killing Fields, don't do it. I'm not trying to put the poor souls out of business, but a recent trip there was the bumpiest, most crazy ride and although the road doesn't look that bad, I don't recommend the pain.
We were hanging on, trying to stop our teeth from slamming together and to keep our bums on the seat. Those little tuk tuks are quite well-made but we were shaking about like dice in a can. Terrible road. Although it only goes on for 20 minutes or so, we watched with jealousy as people cruised past on mororbikes. I would recommend taking a motorbike, even if there are 2 of you.
Also, take a Kroma - one of those scarfs the Cambodians wear. Throughout my trip it was one of the best purchases I made - perfect for protecting yourself from wind, rain, pollution, dust and dirt, especially good for dusty roads around Cambodia.
Tuk Tuk should cost around 6-8US not sure about a motorbike Leave a Comment Theme: Motorcycle
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Be firm when negotitating your price PRIOR to getting in your vehicle. We negotiated a price for the Russian Market but the driver kepy insisting we mean tthe Central Market wheich is where he took us. We refused to move until he took us to the Russian Market h ethen got a bad case of the sulks and disappeared never to be seen again. He thought we were idiots we could see the Central market from our hotel!!! Leave a Comment Theme: Other
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Finding transportation around the city of Phnom Penh can definitely be a hassle. Some tuk tuk drivers take one look at you and try to charge ridiculous amounts. My friend and I will have been in Phnom Penh for about a month and a half and we were so lucky to have found our tuk tuk driver Vuthy. He is a 19 year old boy who is trying to make a good living for himself with support from his father, an older experienced tuk tuk driver. Vuthy is learning to speak english, he is very easy to understand in person but it can be difficult to talk on the phone, just to caution you. That is where the beauty of text messaging can be helpful. Vuthy takes care of you if you take care of him. He is very reasonably priced and doesn't demand a certain amount like other drivers do. He frequently looks in his rear view mirror to make sure that you don't have your camera or purse out in reach of others who might want to snatch it. He also can go with you to the market or anywhere else where you might get ripped off to help you and tell you that is way over priced, etc. He is usually a phone call away and if he takes you to the riverside to eat, for example, he will be awaiting you when you are finished. Once you get here and experience all the tuk tuk/motorbike drivers hasseling you, you will understand. If you do decide to go with Vuthy, tell him that Maria and Mitexi (Me-tah-hay) from America recommended him. His tuk tuk has yellow and blue seats and is very nice. Theme: OtherPhone: 092847719
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Project Future is a vocational training service run by a church group, but there is no preaching or anything involved. Its a charitable way of helping people get into work. The tuk tuks are about the same as those found on any street in PP, but you can also book these ones in advance for day trips or whatever.
Short trips from US$1.50, US$3 per hour, whole day US$15, they also arrange tours to suit you. Theme: OtherPhone: 012 1768864 / 011 673744Other Contact: projectfuture@yahoo.com
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sorry to hear some folks thought the tuk tuk too bumpy on the bad roads.....come on folks, lighten up, you are in Cambodia....look around at all the sights and sounds you would be missing if you were encased in a car.....here is a good reliable driver....he took me as much as 50 miles outside of town in the tuk tuk over a 5 day span. his english is limited, but he is honest and helpful...just circle where you want to go on the map, set a price and off you go..
his name is Paul and his phone number in Phnom Penh is 016-886-825. He is often outside the Raffles Hotel Le Royale. Theme: OtherPhone: 016-886-825
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 by arianne_1504
Siem Reap tuk-tuks are generally of the style of motorcycle and trailer. Phnom Penh tuk-tuks are by contrast one piece. They are the front end of a motorcycle comprising of steering, tank and engine/gearbox with a covered tray mounted at the back. The power is transferred by chain to an axle mounted to the modified rear fork which drives the two rear wheels. Suspended upon the rear fork is an open cabin with an in-line seat on each side. This arrangement can carry 6 people at ease, with their luggage in the leg space. It is not unusual to see these vehicles greatly overloaded, especially in outer suburbs and around markets.
Tuk-tuks and motos are everywhere. Flag one down and negotiate your price. Prices depend on distance and negotiation skills - usually $1USD around town per person. Theme: Motorcycle
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 Vannak. Great Smile,
Great Tuk-tuk Driver! by straightshooter
I give this man my highest rating!
I've been to Phnom Penh a few times now and I've used him on several occasions. In fact, as abundant as tuk-tuk drivers are in Phnom Penh, I make a point of calling Vannak specifically. He's a wonderfully sweet guy. Totally reliable, safe and conscientious driver. He speaks English and you can hire him for a short jaunt or an all day tour. His prices are the same as any of the other tuk-tuk drivers.
Call him when you're in town and let him know where you're staying. He'll swing by and get you and you're on your way.
*By the way, the road to Choueng Ek,"The Killing Fields", is now totally paved. You can indeed take a smooth ride on tuk-tuk all the way there.
I love Cambodia and Phnom Penh. And people like Vannak are a big part of the reason why!
Vannak 012 871360 Theme: OtherPhone: 012 871360
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