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Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity (ACCB): A Sanctuary for Cambodian Wildlife

Discover Cambodia's wildlife conservation efforts at ACCB, a sanctuary dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and breeding endangered species.

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The Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity (ACCB), near Angkor Wat, is Cambodia's first nature conservation center. It rescues, rehabilitates, and breeds endangered wildlife, while also promoting environmental education and research. Visitors can witness the center's work through guided tours, observing native animals in natural settings and learning about Cambodia's biodiversity.

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Local tips

  • Tours are the only way to visit ACCB and must be booked in advance.
  • ACCB is closed on Sundays.
  • A minimum donation of $3 USD per person is requested for the tour.
  • Combine your visit with a trip to Kbal Spean to see the River of a Thousand Lingas.
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Getting There

  • Car/Tuk-tuk

    From Siem Reap, the most common way to reach ACCB is by hiring a car or tuk-tuk. The journey takes approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. First, head north from Siem Reap towards Banteay Srei Temple. Continue past Banteay Srei, following the road towards Kbal Spean and Phnom Kulen National Park. ACCB is located near the base of the trail to Kbal Spean. Costs: * A taxi from Siem Reap to Phnom Kulen National Park (near ACCB) is around $35-$45. * A tuk-tuk may be more affordable, but negotiation is required. Expect to pay $20 - $50. * Entrance fee to Phnom Kulen National Park is $20 per person.

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The Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity (ACCB) is located within Phnom Kulen National Park, close to Kbal Spean, and approximately an hour's drive from Siem Reap. Established in 2003, ACCB plays a vital role in protecting Cambodia's unique wildlife and natural environments. It functions as a rescue center for animals, a breeding center for endangered species, and an educational resource for the community. Most of the animals at ACCB have been rescued from the illegal wildlife trade, highlighting the threats of poaching and deforestation in Cambodia. The center provides a safe environment for these animals, offering rehabilitation and care with the goal of releasing them back into the wild whenever possible. The ACCB's conservation breeding programs focus on threatened species, aiming to establish safe populations and produce offspring for future reintroduction efforts. Captive animals also contribute to education, raising awareness about the threats they face in the wild. Visitors can observe various rescued animals, including birds, reptiles, and mammals, in natural settings. Species under protection include the pileated gibbon and the Indochinese silvered langur. Environmental education is a key component of ACCB's mission. The center serves as a training hub for communities, wildlife officials, and visitors, promoting awareness of conservation and environmental protection.

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