Scenic Stung Treng Town is situated near the confluence of the San River and the Mekong River, about 56km south of the Laos border. It actually sits on the banks of the San River, with the mighty Mekong coming into the picture on the western outskirts of town. It was initially a part of the Khmer Empire, then the Lao Kingdom of Lan Xang and later the Lao Kingdom of Champassack. It is known as Xieng Teng in the Laotian language. The province was ceded back to Cambodia during the period of French Indochina, in 1904[2]. Stung Treng is Cambodia’s northern gateway and can best be described as an outpost visited by tourists on their travel between Ratanakiri and Laos. Stung Treng is emerging as an important trading centre amongst Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Vietnam; and a new road, highway # 7, is connecting this province to the rest of the country.

Stung Treng and its bustling river port are located at the gateway to some of the wildest parts of the Mekong River. The town's history reflects its position at the junction of two major river highways (the Mekong and the Sekong), and its border with Laos. Different groups of people have settled here to create a blend of Khmer and Laotian cultures, languages and foods. Ruins of pre-Angkorian temples lie across the river at Thala Barivat.
From Stung Treng you may take a range of trails north or south along the Mekong with overnight stays with families in remote rural villages and trek in the fringing forests and mountain regions. From Stung Treng or Ou Svay further to the north, you may take a boat to the Anlung Cheuteal Dolphin Pool to view the Mekong River Dolphins and also explore the astonishing Sopheak Mitt Waterfall where the mighty Mekong splashes its way down to Cambodia from Laos. You may also make your way to visit the Cambodian humanitarian based NGO supporting vulnerable women in the province called, “Stung Treng Women’s Development Centre”.

ANLUNG CHHEUTEAL is one of the best places for dolphin viewing in Stung Treng, and is amongst the most beautiful parts of the Mekong River. In the dry season from December to May, the water level of the Mekong River is shallow and clear. Not only may visitors hop in the local row boat, but they may also kayak around to spot the Mekong River dolphin or for their scenic pleasure.

SOPHEAK MITT WATERFALL is the gigantic waterfall where the mighty Mekong splashes its way down to Cambodia from Laos. The waterfall is an incredible sight and the view of the vegetation along the river is awe-inspiring.

The journey to Sopheak Mitt Waterfall is a moderate adventure as visitors will be required to take a boat trip and then trek about 4km across small streams to reach the target destination.

STUNG TRENG WOMEN'S DEVELOPMENT CENTRE (SWDC) is the Cambodian humanitarian based NGO that offers job opportunities to Cambodian vulnerable women by providing them with vocational training in weaving, sewing, cooking, and sericulture to break the vicious cycle of poverty and illiteracy. A visit to the centre offers both an opportunity to learn about the process of sericulture being carried out by the women and to contribute to the improvement of the local livelihood by 1) purchasing the silk products made by these women or 2) having an enjoyable Khmer meal at Mekong Blue, the centre’s restaurant.
Silk Weaving & Sewing Centre: Once a very popular skill throughout the Stung Treng region, silk weaving is fast becoming a lost art in Cambodia. Developing this skill once again ensures the continuation of the traditional art, and builds a future for the community through training, employment and sales of this desirable commodity.
Sericulture Farming: Through developing a Sericulture Program at SWDC, opportunities are being provided to generate income and increase employment in the Stung Treng region.
Dye Shed: A few women with math skills are chosen to specialize in dying and colour mixing, and more advanced dying techniques as well as preparing silk (through dying, setting dyes, and drying silk).
Gallery: Gallery showcases Mekong blue products, and a visit to SWDC offers an opportunity to observe the entire process of Mekong blue production from beginning to end, and provides an environment for the women involved in Mekong blue production to display their collective skill and talent.
Mekong Blue Restaurant: Restaurant holds many functions, and the cook has gained a reputation as the most excellent cook in traditional and modern food while heading catering teams and training casual staff.
Kindergarten for Child Care Program: The program also offers support to some of the families that live in the poor villages proximal to the centre by caring for the children whilst parents or guardians participate more fully in their employment.