Cambodia - Angkor & Provinces Photo Tour.

The Tour.

Join Nathan on a photographic adventure through Cambodia, where ancient temples emerge from jungle shadows and traditional life flows along timeless waterways. We begin in Phnom Penh, where we'll capture the gilded spires and ornate rooflines of the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda in the soft morning light. We'll explore the city's artistic quarter near Street 178 and photograph daily life in historic Buddhist temples like Wat Sarawan and Wat Ounalom, where monks go about their daily rituals.

Beyond the capital, we discover communities adapting to rapid change, from families living along bustling railway tracks to the sobering halls of the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, where thoughtful photography helps preserve important historical memories. A short ferry ride takes us to Silk Island, where we step back in time to document traditional silk weaving and rural life along the Mekong River, capturing intimate portraits of artisans at work in the golden afternoon light.

Our journey continues to the ancient temple complex of Sambor Prei Kuk, where centuries-old brick temples emerge from atmospheric forest settings. We then visit the dramatic clifftop temple of Preah Vihear, a UNESCO World Heritage site offering spectacular views across the Cambodian plains. The temple's unique linear design and five distinct sanctuary areas provide compelling perspectives, especially during the late afternoon when sunlight creates dramatic shadows across its ornate carvings.

At Koh Ker, we photograph the commanding seven-tiered pyramid of Prasat Thom and capture the haunting sight of massive strangler figs embracing ancient stones. We continue in Siem Reap, gateway to the legendary temples of Angkor. We'll witness unforgettable sunrises over Angkor Wat, explore the enigmatic faces of the Bayon, and document the ethereal merger of nature and architecture at Ta Prohm, where massive tree roots embrace crumbling temple walls.

Beyond the temples, we'll venture to Kompong Phluk, a remarkable stilted fishing village on Tonle Sap Lake. Here we'll capture daily life as villagers navigate between homes built high above the water, culminating in a mesmerizing sunset shoot as fishing boats return home across Cambodia's great lake. We'll also explore the colonial charm of Battambang, photographing saffron-robed monks collecting alms against French colonial architecture, and document the artistic energy of the Phare Circus, where Cambodia's contemporary culture takes center stage.

Throughout the journey, we focus not just on the grand temples and landscapes, but on the intimate moments of daily life that make Cambodia uniquely photogenic: artisans crafting traditional pottery, families preparing food in local markets, and the timeless rhythms of rural life along the mighty Mekong River.

Please note this tour is graded “moderate” in terms of difficulty. There are a few fairly long walks, the last section of the walk to Preah Vihear temple is uphill for around 100 metres, and there are some uneven steps in various areas of the Angkor temples. You will also need to be comfortable getting on and off small vehicles such as tuk-tuks, as well as the boat that we take from Siem Reap to Battambang. We can safely say, however, that we rarely do more than 10,000 steps each day. You can see a comparison with our other tours here.

Tuition.

On any of our tours, stunning photography is the name of the game, and our objective is for you to leave with a collection of images that you'll be proud to show off. Indeed, many of our past participants have gone on to win awards and competitions with photographs taken on our tours.

Nathan’s teaching approach is very hands-on, as he believes in learning by doing. He will guide you through technical challenges, provide artistic inspiration, and lead by example in approaching locals for great portraits. You'll be amazed at the striking and authentic images you'll be able to capture.

We also offer Lightroom workshops during our tours, where we cover workflow management and picture processing. We'll show you the tools to take your travel photography to the next level and provide tips on saving your pictures for various outputs like social media, e-books, and printing.

If this is your first tour with us, you can also join Nathan’s pre-tour workshop, designed to equip you with essential skills for travel photography. Covering technical competence, creative observation, and ethical responsibility with a focus on people and culture, this workshop is perfect if you’re new to travel photography or need a refresher. The workshop runs on the first day of the tour from around 2-5pm. Enhance your photography skills and capture breathtaking moments to treasure forever. Apply via our tour request form and prepare to take your photography skills to the next level.