Question 1

What is the weather like in Cambodia in January?

Accepted Answer

Highs average 88°F and lows 73°F, with rain on about 4 of 31 days. Sunset lands around 5:55pm.

Question 2

Antimalarial prescription — do I need to sort this for Cambodia?

Accepted Answer

Talk to a travel clinic before you go. Not a product, a reminder.

Question 3

Travel insurance — do I need to sort this for Cambodia?

Accepted Answer

Ten days away from your own doctor and your own car insurance. Worth the quote.

Question 4

Some cash in local currency — do I need to sort this for Cambodia?

Accepted Answer

Cards fail more often than you'd think. Carry KHR for markets and taxis.

Question 5

Passport valid past your dates — do I need to sort this for Cambodia?

Accepted Answer

Cambodia wants 6 months left on your passport past January. Check the expiry now, not at the airport.

Question 6

Vaccinations / travel clinic — do I need to sort this for Cambodia?

Accepted Answer

CDC lists Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Japanese encephalitis, Rabies for Cambodia. Talk to a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks out.

Question 7

Copies of your documents — do I need to sort this for Cambodia?

Accepted Answer

Photograph your passport, cards, and insurance. Email them to yourself. Ten seconds now saves a very bad afternoon.

Question 8

International driving permit — do I need to sort this for Cambodia?

Accepted Answer

Rental desks here ask for an International Driving Permit alongside your license. AAA issues them same day.

What to pack for Cambodia in January

Essentials