프놈 삼포브 박쥐 동굴 (Bat Cave Phnom Sampov) 은 바탐방 시에서 남서쪽으로 약 12킬로미터 떨어진 석회암 산인 프놈 삼포브 (Phnom Sampov) 에 위치한 바탐방에서 가장 장관을 이루는 자연 명소 중 하나입니다. 매일 저녁 일몰 시간에 수백만 마리의 박쥐가 동굴에서 나와 약 30~45분 동안 지속되는 숨막히는 자연 현상을 보여줍니다. 박쥐들은 거대하고 물결치는 리본처럼 흘러나와 하늘을 수 킬로미터에 걸쳐 가로지르며 잊을 수 없는 광경을 만들어냅니다. 이 매일의 대이동은 오후 5시 30분에서 오후 6시 30분 사이에 발생하며, 정확한 시간은 계절에 따라 다릅니다. 동굴 자체에는 주름입술자유꼬리박쥐를 포함한 여러 종의 박쥐가 서식하고 있습니다. 방문객은 동굴 입구 근처의 전망대에서 이 놀라운 광경을 볼 수 있습니다. 산에는 불교 사원과 신사도 있으며 주변 시골의 파노라마 전망을 제공합니다. 이 장소는 크메르 루즈 시대에 사용된 동굴이 있는 등 역사적 의미도 있습니다. 박쥐 대이동은 하늘이 맑은 건기에 보는 것이 가장 좋습니다. 좋은 관람 장소를 확보하기 위해 일찍 도착하고 이 자연의 경이를 더 가까이서 보기 위해 쌍안경을 가져오는 것이 좋습니다.
Great to see all the bats flying out of the caves - there’s a few bars around that you can sit at and watch them come out (get there earlier to get a seat). You don’t need to book in advance, we just paid entrance on the door. It does get very busy from 5:15/5:30pm so get there a bit before to get a good spot and not to be rushed around as the bats come out any time from 5:45-6pm
Saturday 11the October:\nNice experience to sit and watch millions of bat's exit the cave at dusk\nIt does get busy around the seats in front of the caves with tourists and locals\nStill plenty of space to enjoy nature at it's finest, well worth the visit.
I didn’t stay until evening to see the bats, but the daytime visit was already beautiful! The Buddhist carvings and the giant Buddha statue on the mountain are really impressive and peaceful. The place feels calm with amazing natural scenery. It’s a nice spot to learn about local culture, take photos, and enjoy the view. I’ll come back again next time to see the bats flying out at sunset! 🌄
An unforgettable experience at Phnom Sampov’s Bat Cave!\n\nVisiting the Bat Cave near Battambang was one of the most magical and unexpected highlights of my trip to Cambodia. Just before sunset, I arrived at the base of Phnom Sampov and was greeted by friendly locals offering snacks and drinks while pointing me toward the best viewing spots. As the sun dipped behind the horizon, millions of bats began streaming out of the cave in a mesmerizing ribbon across the sky. It felt like watching nature’s own choreography—fluid, endless, and strangely peaceful.\n\nThe spectacle lasted for nearly half an hour, and I was amazed by how organized the flow of bats seemed. The sound, the movement, and the sheer volume were breathtaking. What made it even more special was the backdrop: golden rice fields, limestone cliffs, and the silhouette of the mountaintop pagoda.\n\nI also recommend climbing Phnom Sampov earlier in the day to explore the Killing Caves and the temple at the summit. The history is sobering, but the views are worth the effort. Whether you’re a nature lover, photographer, or just curious traveler, this place is a must-see. Bring a camera, wear comfortable shoes, and prepare to be awed.
Bat cave was a great experience… the bats were never ending! However, what I loved was climbing the mountain and seeing the beautiful view of BB from the top 🌅🌾 LOTS of people, we couldn’t get a PassApp back to our hotel as there were no drivers nearby.
