Siem Reap Photography Tour

Embark on an immersive 3 to 5 days private photography expedition in Siem Reap, designed to maximize your photographic opportunities. Our journey covers a diverse 60 km radius around the city. The area around Siem Reap has much to offer for photographers with the iconic and lesser-known Angkor temples, the big Tonle Sap lake (subject to seasonal conditions), the lush cambodian countryside (best during July-November green season), rice paddies, colorful monasteries with saffran robe monks. Complementing these scenic locations are the warm and friendly Cambodian people in local villages, whose genuine smiles and daily lives you’ll capture in local food markets, quaint countryside villages, and amidst the ancient stones of Angkor’s temples. This expedition provides opportunities to refine and expand your photography techniques in a variety of environments and lighting scenarios. By the journey’s end, you’ll have a collection of memorable pictures  that encapsulate the essence of your Cambodian experience and encounters.

Limited to just a few participants, we provide personalized photography guidance throughout, helping you refine both composition and exposure techniques. Our small group size allows for discreet and respectful photography in local markets and monasteries.

For an extended experience, consider adding 2-3 days at a reduced rate.

🛕📜 DIVERSE AND RICH CONTENT: ANCIEN TEMPLES AND CULTURE

We designed this multi-day photo tour with in mind to have balanced blend of ancient temples and street photography : lush countryside, villages, local monasteries. This experience will give you insights into Cambodia’s history and cultural heritage, while also providing numerous chances to capture memorable photographs.

Our journey features the legendary iconic temples of Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, and Bayon, complemented by a curated selection of photogenic hidden gems within the Angkor Archaeological Park. We’ll also visit the secluded Beng Mealea temple, offering a glimpse into Cambodia’s lesser-known temples.

📖 🕰️ FLEXIBILITY IN CONTENT AND SCHEDULE

If you have any special request to add to your program (for example the visit of Banteay Srei temple) we can of course include it.
Weather in Cambodia (high temperature and humidity) can be  challenging for photo tours as we often walk few kilometers a day by walk to cross ancient temples. Taking a break at noon allow you to get a break, enjoy your resort and avoid the harsh light of midday always challenging for photography if sun is out.

If you want to do as much as possible in 3 or 4 days  and limit the duration of breaks at noon we can as also that and adjust the program.

☀️BEST LIGHT AND MINIMAL CROWD

Because we have enough days, we optimized the itinerary to visit each temple during optimal lighting conditions while avoiding peak tourist hours. This ensures you will have the best possible conditions for photography.

👥 📷 ONE TO ONE PHOTOGRAPHY GUIDANCE

Throughout this photo tour, I’ll guide you on finding the best angles at each location and share creative composition techniques to make your images stand out. We can also cover essential photography fundamentals on location, including the exposure triangle (aperture, shutter speed, and ISO) and various shooting modes such as aperture priority and full manual mode.

SIEM REAP PHOTO TOUR | “A good balance between the amazing ancient temples, as well as authentic daily lives of Khmer people today”

Desmond, Australia

We had a very enjoyable, satisfying and productive photographic tour with Laurent. On a 4-day tour, Laurent was able to suggest a balanced and realistic itinerary, which he had discussed with us in detail a few months ahead, taking into account what we were interested in photographing.

A good balance between the amazing ancient temples, as well as authentic daily lives of Khmer people today. Laurent took us to the “must-see” temples at appropriate times, taking into account lighting, crowds and weather. You will get those iconic shots, and perhaps even with a monk or two in the foreground! More than just a tour guide, Laurent was able to provide expertise about camera angles and perspectives which take you beyond shooting postcards.

Just as importantly, Laurent took us to villages, local markets, and modern working monasteries, where we were able to photograph the people comfortably. Clearly he has a relationship with them already, and so the people were happy and cooperative.

Laurent is reliable and punctual, providing an air-conditioned Lexus 4WD and dedicated driver. I can strongly recommend Laurent if you are a novice or advanced photographer, and is also welcoming of companion travellers who are not necessarily photographers.

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