Ride and Glide: Full-Day Siem Reap Bike Tour with Zipline and Hidden Temples
Combine an early-morning zipline through the Angkor treetops with a guided bicycle tour past hidden temple angles and a short Khmer canoe ride. This full-day Ride and Glide offers varied pacing—adrenaline hits, steady pedaling and cultural stops—ideal for travelers with moderate fitness.
The Experience
Before You Go
Hydration and refills
Bring a reusable water bottle—operators provide refill stations and discourage single-use plastic.
Footwear matters
Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes for biking and short temple scrambles; flip-flops are not suitable.
Weather windows
Start early to avoid midday heat and expect slippery roots if it’s recently rained.
Weight & health limits
Zipline harnesses and bike stability require moderate fitness and adherence to weight/health guidelines—disclose any issues when booking.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Viewing platform at Baray Jayataka for quiet sunrise reflections
- •Less-visited angle of Bayon visible from village tracks during the ride
Wildlife
- •Long-tailed macaque
- •Egret and other waterbirds
Conservation Note
Operators avoid single-use plastics and encourage refillable bottles; stay on paths to reduce erosion around fragile temple roots and laterite blocks.
The ride threads temples and reservoirs created during the Khmer Empire (9th–15th centuries), where sandstone and laterite construction reveal phases of devotion and repair.
What to Bring
Reusable water bottleEssential
Refill stations are available and single-use plastics are discouraged.
Closed-toe trail shoesEssential
Protects feet on dirt tracks, village roads and temple steps.
Light rain shell or windbreaker
Useful during sudden tropical showers and cooler early mornings.
Small repair kit and pump
Patch kit, spare tube and pump help manage flat tires on remote sections.
Common Questions
How long is the tour and what pace should I expect?
The tour runs about eight hours with a mix of zipline sessions in the morning and a 3–4 hour guided bike route with multiple short stops and a 30-minute canoe ride.
Is prior zipline or cycling experience required?
No prior zipline experience is needed; basic cycling ability and comfort riding on mixed surfaces is recommended.
What safety equipment is provided?
Helmets for both zipline and bicycles, harnesses for the zipline, and a safety briefing are provided; disclose medical concerns before booking.
Can children join the tour?
Restrictions depend on operator policies—age, height and weight limits may apply, so confirm when booking and check the minimum two-person requirement.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
8 hours
Location
Siem Reap, Siem Reap Province
Difficulty
moderate
Fitness Level
Moderate — regular cyclists or active travelers comfortable on uneven dirt tracks and short climbs
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