Photography in Laos

The charm of Laos isn't so much in any of its famous tourist attractions, but rather in the tranquil vibe of the country itself. Its towns and cities are relatively small and sleepy, with a beautiful mixture of local architecture and French Colonial buildings. Travelling here often involves going by river- winding your way through stunning limestone scenery and jungles, stopping off in small rural villages. But Laos has no shortage of photogenic subject matter, the country is full of fascinating cultures and lifestyles as well as exotic scenery.

Over 13 days, we will travel from the beautiful northern city of Luang Prababang to the sleepy river archipelago of Si Phan Don, on the border with Cambodia. The journey will take us into remote parts of this largely rural nation as we seek out the extraordinary Ban Kong Lor: a 6km long cave with a river running through it. Along the way we'll see numerous fascinating sites, meeting people from different cultures and learning about their lifestyles. 

Compared to its Southeast Asian neighbours, Laos’ charms remain somewhat under the radar. On this trip we won’t find ourselves taking the same shots of famous monuments as crowds of other photographers. Instead we’ll be taking daily inspiration from the stunning landscapes, villages and communities that we pass through and coming home with our own unique sets of beautiful images. Of course, one of our expert photography tutors will be with you every step of the way offering advice, tuition and inspiration, and curating the best of the group’s photos to look at in the evenings over a cold Beer Lao.