Schon seit vielen Jahren reise ich nach Kambodscha. Im August 2022 habe ich mir den Wunsch erfüllt, eine Angkor-Fototour bei Laurent zu buchen. Ich hatte die Angkor Wat Sunrise Tour und bin begeistert. Laurent passt sich genau an die eigenen Bedürfnisse an. Er ist da, wenn man Hilfe braucht und gibt viele tolle Tipps für das perfekte Foto. Egal, welche Fotoausrüstung man hat, Laurent kennt sie in- und auswendig, erklärt und hilft bei den Einstellungen. Gleichzeitig merkt er sofort, wenn man ein Motiv intensiv betrachtet und das gerade Gelernte umsetzen möchte. Genau im richtigen Moment ist er wieder da. Ich kann Laurent zu 100% empfehlen und werde ihn auf jeden Fall wieder buchen, wenn ich in Kambodscha bin.

Whilst travelling and staying in Siem Reap I had a small amount of free time and wanted to get the most out of it photography wise. I managed to organise two 1:1 workshop dates with Laurent. The first an early morning visit to a monastery and market. The second an afternoon out at Preah Khan Temple. Laurent gives gentle guidance and through his familiarity with the locations and culture he enables you to comfortably get in close and experience what's going on. He guides you to the more photogenic spots so saves a lot of time and thinking for you. Laurent both taught me a few new skills and also gave me enough space to explore and capture without pressure. It was also interesting to see how he sees the world through his lens. Laurent was very kind and enabled my family to tag along on our temple workshop which made the experience accessible to me travelling with my family. I would highly recommend getting in touch with Laurent for all things photography in Siem Reap. I hope to go back one day. Now home I'm working through my "reels" and am happy to say I captured more than I thought and am grateful I found Laurent.

Myself and a friend booked Laurent for the entire day for our visit to Angkor Wat and it turned out to be a fantastic experience that really gave me a large amount of insights, helped me getting to know my camera and lenses better, made me think in a new way about compositions and explains everything in a very effective and calm way. Besides that he is a great guy that shows sincere interest and really wants to help you to become a better photographer. So highly recommend him for a fantastic (Angkor Wat) photography experience that will bring you to the next level!

My girlfriend and I spent a morning with Laurent learning about photography and visiting villages and pagodas. Laurent is a very good teacher and has a masterful grasp of photography techniques. We left feeling like we had seen a new side of Siem Reap and with heads full of knowledge. I decided to do a private photo editing class with Laurent two days later, focusing on Lightroom and Photoshop. Laurent talked me through his workflow, including how to correct exposure, colour temperature, distracting details, cropping and a range of other elements. Laurent is a strong communicator and has an encyclopedic knowledge of photo editing. I strongly recommend this class for aspiring photographers.

I booked a three day photo shoot with Laurent. Three unforgettable days. First you have the phenomenon Cambodia and Siem Reap. Accompanied by a professional photographer as Laurent is the ultimate. First day get up early to catch the biggest tour. Angkor Wat sunrise to sunset. So much to see. The best places to take beautiful photos. Laurent knows like no other to avoid the busy tour paths. Day two Tonle Sap. Along with the visit to the Bridge School for Life, once again an unforgettable day. For every photographer from beginners to talented he is able to bring that extra touch. Everyone learns and you're sure to go home with beautiful images. The half-day photo editing in Photoshop Lightroom is certainly super interesting. We have not only visited the must see temples but also have several lesser known temples seen with less tourists. Laurent knows like no other to choose from all the special places. This is definitely "the best photography experience" that will stay with me for years. I met a lot of people on this tour and gained a wealth of experience. Thank you Laurent for this incredible experience, we keep in touch. Good luck and take care!

We spent the day with Laurent as our first day in Siem Reap. It turned out to be an amazing day and an experience that won't be quickly forgotten. My partner had arranged this as a surprise for my birthday and Laurent started the day by offering me a gift of one of his photos which was printed on canvas. We've since had it framed and it will be hung at home as a very fond memory. Laurent took us to a myriad of great places around Angkor Wat and Ta Prohm to take some amazing photos. He was extremely patient and explained way more about the art of good photography than I'd ever picked up before! It was fabulous being with someone who clearly enjoyed their work and it rubbed off very effectively. We also opted for a 2 hour photo workshop after the tour and Laurent showed us how to present photos in their best possible manner. This was time very well spent. Overall, I would highly recommend this tour and Laurent's services. We'll certainly look to repeat this exercise at some stage in the future with his other locations!!!

We enrolled for three different tours with Laurent who took us to some of the more popular sights and also to a couple of the less visited temples. Despite being skilled photographers, he was able to take our photography to another level by teaching us to see the picture in what was before us. He is a master at what he does. Thanks Laurent for introducing me to time lapse photography. I bought a GoPro in Hong Kong and now enjoy spending time photographing short videos. We highly recommend Laurent to anybody who is interested in photography, from low light, time lapse, travel, long exposure, whatever your level of photography and equipment, you will come away a better photographer with a bunch of amazing images.

Ich hatte nach einer Möglichkeit gesucht, möglichst viel von Angkor Wat in einem Tag zu sehen und das ohne ein Vermögen dafür auszugeben und ohne am Massentourismus teilzuhaben. Der Tagesausflug mit Laurent hat all diese Wünsche erfüllt: alles war super organisiert, wir waren zu viert entgegen den Touristenströmen unterwegs und ich habe wundervolle Bilder mit nach Hause gebracht — und das obwohl ich zuvor noch nie mit einer digitalen Spiegelreflexkamera gearbeitet hatte! Nur zu empfehlen!

Karena kepiawaianya berfoto dan servisnya yang baik, kami pun mengambil kelas GoPro dihari berikutnya. Kami praktek langsung syuting video dan berfoto di Tonle Sap Lake. Kami belajar cara bikin timelapse foto, shooting & editing video dokumentasi pemandangan yang keren, dan ngambil photo & video selfie dengan GoPro yang hasilnya luarbiasa menakjubkan! Recommended banged! Kalau ke Siem Reap, Jangan lewatkan kesempatan belajar fotografi / GoPro sama Laurent ya.

I bought the GoPro 3 plus to film music videos and bicycling around Siem Reap. I unboxed the unit and had no idea how to assemble it or get started. Luckily local photographer Laurent Dambies was available for tutorial and instruction. Since I live here we went for the tour and just met in a cafe. Laurent was well prepared with a video and slideshow describing the history and logistics of the unit. This was given to me for future reference as well as studio software for editing. Now that I am up and running everything seems easy but I don't think I could have gotten out of the gate without this class. I am looking forward to shooting and editing high def, slow motion, and time lapse videos documenting my music and life here in Cambodia. Thanks again Laurent!

I should have taken a full day tour with Laurent. There is so much more to learn and explore. I'd been to Siem Reap in December 2014 and took a lot of pictures of Angkor but the experiences were totally different with Laurent's presence as a guide. Those who are into travel and photography and wish to travel to Cambodia with your GoPro or DSLR and mirrorless and need a professional photographer guide on taking a good shot, Laurent will be the best to refer to. You will learn a lot from him. I promise. Thank you Laurent for spending your time showing me the do's and don'ts. I am now loving my Fuji XE1 more than before. Thank you again.

I booked an all day tour for Angkor Wat, and I was blown away by the experience. Here are five reasons why this photo tour rocked: 1) Laurent is a skilled photographer who can also teach photography — a skill that not every photographer has. 2) He knows the Siem Reap area like the back of his hand, and he will show you the absolute best spots to take breath taking photos. 3) He takes the time to understand what your skill level is and focuses his teaching to take you to the next level, but not overwhelm you. 4) He's a fun and interesting person who has travelled and appreciates culture, food, and unique experiences. 5) His fees are super affordable — no excuses not to spend the money to bring home great photos and a skillset. Bottom line, this was an amazing experience that I will treasure forever.

We booked the full-day Angkor Complete tour with Laurent Dambies and walked away with fantastic photographs that we never would have had otherwise. Due to scheduling issues, we took this tour on our first day in Siem Reap. While this wasn't my preference, it ended up being fortuitous for several reasons. First, we visited many sites, including a few temples we probably would not have visited on our own. This gave us a broad overview of the area and helped us better plan our itinerary for the remaining 5 days of our stay. More importantly, as beginners, we learned so much from Laurent that one day, which we were then able to apply afterward while we were on our own, resulting in much better photographs from this trip overall. Laurent was easy-going, patient and good-natured. (Did I mention he was patient?). What a great way to start our visit to Angkor. Our trip would not have been as good if we had not taken this tour.

Laurent Dambies delivers in every way possible for a photo tour of Angkor Wat. He knows where to be and when to be there. He easily communicates professional knowledge of exposure and composition. And he is just fun to hang out with. I only had one full day at Angkor Wat and wanted to make sure I had the best photographic opportunities possible. I am a serious amateur photographer and searched for a photo tour in Angkor on the web. I wanted to know where to go and when for the best shots. When I reviewed Laurent's website, I was certain I would not only know where to go and when, but that I would have guidance for how to take the picture as well. Laurent delivered in every way possible. I did his full day tour of Angkor Wat and adjacent temples. I learned more about exposure, composition, and the functions of my camera than ever before in a single day. I think Laurent is a valuable guide for a photographer with any level of experience. Beginners would benefit from an understanding of manual ISO, aperture, shutter speed settings, and their affect on the image, as well as the basics of composition. Serious amateurs who already have expertise in these areas will certainly expand their knowledge and ability and come away with amazing shots. Even professional photographers would benefit from Laurent's knowledge of location, lighting and timing. Photographers typically look for morning and afternoon light, but we found great shots throughout the day. We visited Angkor Wat at sunrise and beyond, had a nice breakfast, visited Angkor Thom and Ta Prohm, had a nice lunch, visited Preah Khan, Bayon and back to Angkor Wat for sunset shots in hallways. Be prepared to be tired and exhilarated at the end of the day. Laurent and I did a quick bike ride to a local pagoda and market the next morning, and then spent a few hours with post processing. I am certain that the post processing displayed in the attached images does not yet do justice to what I learned. Please note that every review for this experience is 5 stars. I highly recommend working with Laurent. I don't typically take tours when travelling, but this is probably the best tour experience I have ever had.

Im November nahm ich an einer privaten Fototour mit Laurent Dambies in Siem Reap teil, bestehend aus einer Morgentour (Kloster und Markt) sowie einer Nachmittagssession im Tempel Ta Prohm. Die Erfahrung war in jeder Hinsicht außergewöhnlich.

Laurent kombiniert hervorragende fotografische Kompetenz mit tiefem lokalem Wissen. Die Tour war perfekt organisiert und flexibel an Licht, Wetter und Besucheraufkommen angepasst. Dadurch konnten wir sowohl ikonische Angkor-Motive als auch authentische Szenen des kambodschanischen Alltags fotografieren – abseits der üblichen Touristenrouten.

Besonders hervorzuheben ist Laurents didaktisches Talent. Seine Hinweise zu Bildkomposition, Lichtführung und Kameraeinstellungen waren präzise, praxisnah und sofort umsetzbar. Ich konnte mein fotografisches Niveau spürbar verbessern und neue kreative Techniken anwenden. Dabei ließ er viel Raum für den eigenen Stil, ohne jemals zu dominieren.

Die Organisation war ebenso professionell: komfortabler Transport, gute Planung und ein durchgehend angenehmer, entspannter Ablauf. Laurents respektvoller Umgang mit Menschen vor Ort ermöglichte authentische Porträts und Begegnungen, die man ohne lokale Vernetzung kaum erleben würde.

Insgesamt war diese Fototour sowohl fotografisch als auch kulturell äußerst bereichernd. Ich habe nicht nur starke Bilder mitgenommen, sondern auch wertvolles Wissen und ein tieferes Verständnis für Land und Leute. Angkor Photo Tours mit Laurent Dambies ist eine klare Empfehlung für alle, die Kambodscha fotografisch auf hohem Niveau erleben möchten.

We had an incredible experience exploring Siem Reap with Laurent over the past few days. He took us far beyond the typical tourist routes, showing us hidden gems and unique photo spots that truly captured the spirit of the city. His deep knowledge of the area and thoughtful planning made every moment feel special.

As a photography guide, Laurent was exceptional — patient, insightful, and always encouraging. I came away not only with amazing shots but also with a better understanding of how to see and capture moments more creatively.

If you’re looking for a more authentic, meaningful, and visually inspiring way to experience Siem Reap, I can’t recommend Laurent enough!

Last week I had the pleasure of being on tour with Laurent and I had the most creative and productive time! He created a personalized itenary for my interests and photographic ideas. He was flexible in adapting to weather conditions and creative in finding views and places while we spoke.

His experience and expertise will help you finding places and pictures you otherwise would need years of living there. Our driver Misal also was the most helpful person and both coordinated an experience I can only recommend the highest. If you are serious about bringing home your best pictures and memories, this is the best and most pleasant way to do it. If I come back, I will make sure to book another tour!

Merci bien Laurent for this unforgettable experience. I learned a lot and had great fun!

I immensely enjoyed my time with Laurent. I was only in Siem Reap for a few days, and wanted someone to show me the temples with a photographic eye – Laurent didn’t disappoint and exceeded my expectations. Learning from Laurent was enjoyable, definitely he increased my knowledge of wide angle photography, lighting, and different perspectives. I got some incredible photos of some incredible memories. Cheers Laurent, will look for you on my next visit to Angkor

Fabulous photography guide!

Oh where to start?! My friend and I wanted to capture some beautiful images of our time in Siem Reap and we truly feel our few days spent with Laurent far exceeded our expectations!

We needed A LOT of guidance in using our cameras (all the gear but no idea) and not only was Laurent exceedingly patient with us, his knowledge of Siem Reap and photography experience blew us away. He is obviously very passionate about Cambodia and his craft…..his images are beautiful!

He was professional throughout, punctual and allowed us to explore and experience the temples alone, avoiding the crowds and at our pace…..we never felt rushed…….it was magical!

We walked through beautiful villages, exploring the locals way of life and got to see children laugh and play …..without any tech.
Life on the Tonle Sap and seeing the locals fishing directly off the river banks was amazing!
Laurent guided us through pagodas where we felt truly spoiled, seeing the monks go about their day.

We are still on our travels and have only briefly looked at the images we were lucky to capture. We would not have had these unforgettable experiences had we not have been with Laurent, I am sure.
Any visitor, at any level (novice to the more experienced) wishing to take amazing photos, further improve their photography skills or be expertly guided/tutored during their travel's to Siem Reap would not be disappointed if they booked their time with Laurent.

We have learnt so much about our cameras, composition, light and the area itself…..thank you so very much for your enthusiasm and kindness, we really hope we get the opportunity to return and spend more time exploring all that beautiful Cambodia has to offer with you! We have memories that will last a lifetime and the images as a constant reminder of a beautiful adventure.

Once again……..heartfelt thanks.
All the very Best.
Becci and Sam x

P.S you’ll never forget the “wheel”.

Nous avons eu la chance de passer une journée entière avec Laurent dans les merveilleux temples des alentours de Siem Reap. Non seulement Laurent nous distille des avis de pro et sait parfaitement s'adapter au niveau de ses clients mais en plus on a l'énorme privilège de visiter des temples beaucoup plus préservés de la foule. Nous avons été tellement contents de notre journée que nous en avons réservé une autre sur le Lac Tonle Sap. Franchement je recommande vivement les prestations de Laurent pour son professionnalisme, attention, écoute et service. Qui plus est en tant que passionné de la photo vous allez découvrir ces merveilleux temples sous un angle tout à fait différent et faire des rencontres surprenantes.

Je voudrais partager mon enthousiasme de mon tour photo sur Angkor avec Laurent. Un vrai pro qui sait partager sa passion de la photo et vous faire progresser. Les temples n'ont plus de secret pour lui, il saura aussi vous faire découvrir des endroits peu fréquentés. Vous avez compris je vous recommande vivement Angkor Photography Tours.

Je recommande fortement! J'ai beaucoup appris de cette journée et de plus visité les temples d'une manière très agréable. En présence de Laurent, j'ai pu découvrir les temples loin du brouhaha touristique et ramener des photos vraiment magnifiques. Encore merci...

Ces trois jours passés à Angkor Wat ont été on ne peut plus parfaits grâce à Laurent Dambies. Il a su anticiper nos envies et évaluer nos connaissances en photographie dès les présentations, nous permettant de progresser très rapidement. Sa passion pour la photo et les lieux est tellement communicative que se lever à 5 heures du matin pour le lever du soleil était un plaisir. Laurent connait le parc dans ses moindres recoins et nous a guidés en VTT hors des sentiers battus. Nous étions toujours au bon endroit au bon moment. Nous avons passé des moments inoubliables en compagnie de Laurent qui est un guide et un photographe profondément humain et professionnel.