CAMBODIA RICE HARVEST PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
Immerse Yourself in Rural Cambodia: A Photographic Journey Through Golden Rice Fields, the Temples of Angkor and Village Life
Dates
- November 8-19, 2027 – (15th Edition – 12 days) – CONFIRMED – 4 SPOT AVAILABLE
- November 6-17, 2028 – (16th Edition – 12 days) OPEN TO REGISTRATION
Price
- USD $3,950 (Single Supp. $500)
- From 2028, USD $4,150 (Single Supp. $500)
Group size
- Small group:
2 – 6 Participants
CAMBODIA PHOTO TOUR
Beyond only Angkor!
Cambodia Rice Harvest Photography Workshop: Golden Fields, Angkor Temples and Rural Life
This Cambodia photography workshop takes you beyond the usual tourist sights, combining the golden rice harvest season with the temples of Angkor and an immersive journey through Khmer villages, rice fields, and rural Cambodia.
Led by a professional photographer specialising in documentary photography and travel photography, the workshop combines expert guidance with time to observe, explore, and discover authentic Cambodia at a slower pace. With a very diverse itinerary where every day is different, from farmers harvesting rice at sunrise to Angkor’s temples in soft morning light, you will learn to anticipate moments, work with changing light, and develop compelling visual stories.
Photograph Cambodia Through Local Connections
Beyond Siem Reap and Angkor, we explore the countryside to discover Khmer culture, traditional villages, and local ways of life. As I speak Khmer, you will meet my Khmer friends and experience the harvest season through genuine local connections, offering a more intimate perspective on Cambodia, its people, and its cultural heritage.
With a respectful, people-first approach to travel photography, I take time to observe, understand, and connect rather than simply point a camera and shoot. My guidance helps you look beyond the obvious and capture authentic portraits, cultural traditions, and everyday moments that reveal the true character of Cambodia.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
WHAT YOU WILL MASTER
Rice Fields & Harvest Life
Farmers, golden paddies and village life, from sunrise to dusk.
Angkor Temples & Landscapes
Sunrise at Angkor Wat and the Bayon, plus the Cambodian countryside.
MONASTERIES & MONKS
Saffron robes, daily monk life and quiet monastery courtyards.
Local Access & Authenticity
I speak Khmer and introduce you to local families.
JOURNEY OUTLINE
(12-Day Route Snapshot)
Siem Reap (Days 1-5)
Begin your Cambodia photography workshop in Siem Reap, discovering its markets, pagodas and vibrant local life. Photograph Angkor Wat and the Bayon in soft morning light, then spend time in a working monastery capturing saffron robes and the daily life of monks.
Countryside of Cambodia (Days 6-7)
Leave the town behind and explore golden rice fields and Khmer villages during the harvest. Photograph farmers at work, meet local families and develop your documentary photography skills through authentic encounters, with the help of a Khmer-speaking guide.
Siem Reap (Days 8-12)
Return to Siem Reap to photograph floating villages on Tonle Sap Lake, busy markets and local crafts. Spend the final days capturing everyday moments, reviewing your photographs and bringing your experiences together into a compelling visual story of Cambodia, its traditions and its people.
JOURNEY OUTLINE
(12-Day Route Snapshot)
Siem Reap (Days 1-5)
Begin your Cambodia photography workshop in Siem Reap, discovering its markets, pagodas and vibrant local life. Photograph Angkor Wat and the Bayon in soft morning light, then spend time in a working monastery capturing saffron robes and the daily life of monks.
Countryside of Cambodia (Days 6-7)
Leave the town behind and explore golden rice fields and Khmer villages during the harvest. Photograph farmers at work, meet local families and develop your documentary photography skills through authentic encounters, with the help of a Khmer-speaking guide.
Siem Reap (Days 8-12)
Return to Siem Reap to photograph floating villages on Tonle Sap Lake, busy markets and local crafts. Spend the final days capturing everyday moments, reviewing your photographs and bringing your experiences together into a compelling visual story of Cambodia, its traditions and its people.
THE TOUR LEADER
Régis Binard
Photo Guide and Tour Leader
Professional photographer for 25+ years, leading photography tours for 15+ years. Teaches you to see light, anticipate moments, and tell stories.
25+ years
as professionals photographers
15+ years
leading photography tours
17+ YEARS IN CAMBODIA
Khmer-Speaking Photographer
PRACTICAL TOUR INFO:
WHAT TO EXPECT
3-4 stars Hotels
FLAT GROUND & SHORT WALKS
MINIVAN & BOAT
Bed & BreakfasT
OUR PROMISE TO YOU
Exclusive Itinerary
By Photographers. For Photographers.
We don’t just guide you to places — we help you see them through a photographer’s eyes. Every journey is shaped by photographers, with the knowledge, access, and experience to turn moments into meaningful images.
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HOW DO I RESERVE A PLACE?
Simply fill out the form on this page to let us know your dates and preferences.
We’ll need a 30% deposit to reserve your dates, with final payment being due 45 days prior to departure.
WHAT IF I NEED TO CANCEL?
We understand that plans change. That’s why all of our tours come with a clear, fair cancellation policy.
You’ll find full details in our brochure and in our booking conditions.
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