Koh Totang

The beautiful, tiny and undeveloped island of Koh Totang is part of a 12-island archipelago in Cambodia’s Koh Kong province. Koh Totang, located in the national park and off the coast west of Sihanoukville, has a small population of only a few people. The only way to get there is to catch a private taxi to the beach and then arrange with the only resort on the island - Nomads Land - to come and pick you up in a small wooden boat. Nomads Land is an eco-friendly guesthouse, restaurant, and bar that runs entirely on rainwater and solar panels, completely off the grid.

Koh Totang is surrounded by a beautiful coral reef in all directions, and its rocky coastline is home to colourful marine life, beautiful birds, and hidden sandy beaches. It offers a variety of interesting activities such as swimming and snorkelling, as well as a nice relaxed atmosphere and friendly people. The scenery is breathtaking, with turquoise water lapping at the boat, lush green islands dotting the horizon, palm trees swaying in the breeze, and a grey, weatherbeaten dock extending from the shore. At night, phosphorescence gives the beach a neon glow and fireflies illuminate the sky.

• Best time to visit: January, February and December
• Location: Midway between the Thai border and Sihanoukville — approximately 60 kilometres in either direction