Koh Oknha Tey

Silk weaving, village roads, bikes, skiffs, and a quieter island edge near Phnom Penh.

Information about Koh Oknha Tey

Koh Oknha Tey, often called Silk Island, gives the Phnom Penh section a softer village rhythm. The island is close to the capital, but the experience is different: weaving, riverbank houses, Buddhist temples, small roads, and everyday work around the Mekong.

On Aqua Mekong, this stop often works well by bike or skiff. It is a local-life counterpoint to palace visits and city museums.

Interesting facts about Koh Oknha Tey

Observation of the complete silk production cycle, from worm to loom.

Demonstration of traditional Khmer weaving techniques by local artisans.

Scenic rural setting with sandy paths ideal for cycling or walking.

Opportunity to purchase high-quality local silk directly from the weavers.

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The visit is simple in the right way: watch, move slowly, meet the place at river level, and let the Mekong set the pace.