The Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity (ACCB) is a a branded project of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums that is the first nature conservation area and wildlife rescue center in Cambodia.
Located at Kbal Spean, just north of Banteay Srei temple, the ACCB opens its doors six days a week to provide guided tours to visitors. While there are numerous mammals and reptiles that visitors can learn about, some of the most interesting include gibbons, pangolins, and vultures. Activities they engage in when closed to the public include endangered species breeding, environmental education, and a beekeeping project.
Getting There
Most people travel to the ACCB and Kbal Spean by taxi or tuk-tuk in combination with nearby Banteay Srei temple. If you are on a bicycle or have your own motorbike, take Route 67 from Siem Reap to Banteay Srei temple, and continue past for 12kms, watching out for the sign and parking area on the left. Flights connect Siem Reap with Phnom Penh in 25 minutes.
Need to Know
- What is It? A nature conservation area and wildlife rescue center.
- When to Go At 1pm, when guided tours are offered.
- Nearest Town: 50kms northeast of Siem Reap.
- Don’t Miss: A guided tour of the grounds to see numerous indigenous animals.
- Opening hours: Monday - Saturday: Only open to the public during guided tours at 1pm.
- Entrance fees: $3