Nature Lodge is an eco-lodge located in Sen Monorom, in the forested province of Mondulkiri, northeast Cambodge. Established in 2007, the property ranks among the pioneers of eco-responsible accommodation in rural Cambodge, with a commitment rooted in environmental protection and fair employment for the local community.

Why choose Nature Lodge

The property answers a specific need: spending one to two nights deep in the forest, in a self-contained bungalow, after a day of trekking or meeting Mondulkiri's elephants. You'll find a understated approach here, without excess luxury, but with genuine care given to materials, tranquility, and the intimacy of each accommodation.

• Active eco-lodge since 2007, among the first structures of its kind in rural Cambodge
• Bungalows set apart from one another, each with its own private terrace
• Khmer, Thai, and Western cuisine on-site
• Stated ethical values: environment, fair employment

Atmosphere

Nature Lodge favors the forest edge over showcase effect. The bungalows, handcrafted from recycled wood, are spread across the grounds and oriented toward vegetation. The ambient sound is that of Mondulkiri's forest: birdsong by day, insects at dusk. This is a place for travelers seeking a nature interlude between urban stops, not an animated resort.

The aesthetic remains rustic and unadorned: wood structures, simple finishes, little superfluous furniture. The eco-responsible approach shows through material reuse and low-density building on the property.

The bungalows

Accommodations are individual bungalows built from recycled wood, handcrafted. Each unit stands apart from the others, providing clear views and preserving privacy. Each bungalow has its own private terrace, designed as a rest space oriented toward the surrounding forest.

Detailed room contents (bedding, specific amenities) should be confirmed directly with the property at the time of booking, as offerings may vary by bungalow category.

Dining and services

Nature Lodge's café-restaurant serves mixed cuisine: Khmer, Thai, and Western dishes. It's a practical asset in a zone where evening dining options are limited once you venture beyond Sen Monorom's center. The menu suits both travelers keen to taste local cuisine and those seeking more familiar fare after a day of trekking.

Location

The property sits on Road MK 10 in Sen Monorom, Mondulkiri's provincial capital. The town center is reachable in a 20-minute walk, or 5 minutes by car or tuk-tuk: close enough to reach shops and trekking agencies, far enough to preserve forest tranquility.

Sen Monorom is reached from Phnom Penh by road; allow several hours depending on your transport choice. The town serves as a base for excursions to elephant sanctuaries, waterfalls, and Bunong communities throughout the region.

What to see and do nearby

Mondulkiri is one of Cambodge's most forested regions, and Sen Monorom is its logistical hub. Activities from Nature Lodge include:

• Ethical encounters with elephants in the region's sanctuaries
• Forest trekking and visits to Bunong villages
• Bou Sra Falls and hilltop viewpoints
• Markets and restaurants in Sen Monorom's center

To extend your itinerary, other nature-focused properties throughout Cambodge pair well with a Mondulkiri stop, notably the Treehouse Bungalows or Veranda Natural Resort on the Kep side.

Book your Mondulkiri stay

Nature Lodge fits naturally into an itinerary combining Phnom Penh, Mondulkiri, and the country's south. To craft a bespoke itinerary and include this forest stop in your stay, explore our Cambodge journeys.