Lotus Experience: Fold Sacred Flower for Traditional Ceremony & Learn Unique Crafts
4.9
20 Ratings
Krong Siem Reap
Immerse yourself in the Lotus Experience: fold sacred flowers, create unique crafts, and explore the beauty of lotus fields. Join us for a traditional ceremony and indulge in lotus fruits and tea.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lotus Farm (by Samatoa) - You will experience unique handicraft workshops that you have never done before! You will learn and experiment around the mystical lotus flower, textiles, sustainable fashion, botanical, jewels and tea.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • All necessary equipment for activities
  • Tea and coffee
Meal Options
  • Discovery of the lotus flower - Lotus tea and lotus fruits
  • Six different workshops - Create your own yarn, own mala bracelet, own lotus wicks, lotus paper, lotus tea and incenses.
  • Authentic boat ride to the lotus field
Additional Information

Gain knowledge and practice in crafting the revered lotus blossom for ritualistic purposes. Acquire the skills to produce your personalized lotus thread, string together a necklace of lotus kernels, concoct original, artisanal organic incense, craft bespoke lotus parchment, and brew distinct lotus infusion. Relish in a 40-minute voyage across the lotus plantations via boat. Experience the singular flavors of lotus edibles and lotus infusion in an extraordinary setting.

Location
Lotus Farm (by Samatoa)
Khet
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(20 Ratings)
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Boardingpass638136
Mar 13, 2024
Very informative visit to a highly sustainable, women-driven enterprise - Had an incredible guided tour with Sean after having time to enjoy the lotus tea and lotus seed biscuits on the top floor, as part of the tour. Sean was very knowledgeable and showed us the stages of work involved in producing this incredible, strong, and airy silk. Items are available in the store made from silk produced on the farm and vary in price, with myself buying a more affordable makeup bag made from the silk. Overall, a valuable and relaxing visit I’d recommend anyone in Siem Reap to check out.
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Terry_f
Mar 2, 2024
Highly Recommended - I enjoyed spending the morning at the farm making crafts and learning the method of cultivating the plant for various purposes. The boat ride was beautiful amongst the water lilies and lotus. It was here we learned how to fold then flower, make a necklace and enjoy the serene surroundings. Visiting this farm provided us a fascinating glimpse into Cambodia's agricultural heritage and offers a serene escape from the bustling city, allowing visitors to connect with nature and learn about an essential aspect of Cambodian culture. Highly recommend.
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Sian151
Feb 19, 2024
A day amongst the lotus flowers - This was such an excellent day. We went out in little motorized canoes onto the lake to see where the lotus flowers grow and the guide made us bouquets from freshly picked flowers. We then saw how the whole process turn the stems to silken thread to cloth and then to beautiful bags and dresses. We had the opportunity to make and decorate wrapping paper, incense sticks and lotus seed bracelets. They are very keen to show off their commitment to sustainability and use of renewable energy. Lovely people.
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Helopoll
Feb 12, 2024
Beautiful 🫶🏻💓🪷 - A unique, timeless moment! A must-see if you go to Siem Reap! Extraordinary 🪷💓🫶🏻 Leave with stars in your eyes! And lots of memories to take home
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Helene
Feb 7, 2024
Everything was great! One of the best experiences I've ever had. Really something special! - It was really great. I was able to try everything and learned so many new and interesting things. I would definitely book it again!
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59gweng
Jan 19, 2024
Entertaining excursion - Very nice experience, where we learned lots of things, very friendly atmosphere, the workshops are all interesting and the walk in the heart of the lotuses is very fun, with young Cambodians smiling, singing, full of good humor Really a very pleasant moment
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Frankiew123
Jan 16, 2024
Lovely morning, beautiful flowers, friendly staff - We did the full package at the lotus farm and we couldn't have been happier with the experience. We went on the 8 am slot so had the boat trip out just as all the lotus flowers started to bloom. We got taught how to make a ceremonial flower whilst floating through the Lotuses. Once back we were shown how to make things from all parts of the lotus flower such as thread and paper. Then had a little lotus seed jewellery making session whilst drinking lotus tea. We had a fabulous time, everyone was lovely, and I'm just so impressed with what they've done, having thought up so many different ways to use it. I highly recommend it.
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894marenf
Jan 16, 2024
A wonderful experience! - It's really impressive what can be made from lotus plants. We booked a boat trip to the lotus plantation and a tour of the workshops. On the boat, the driver conjured up a lotus bouquet for us and made us a lotus necklace. After refreshing ourselves with lotus tea and lotus biscuits, Sean introduced us to lotus handicrafts. A really great afternoon and helpful for the very poor area 10 kilometers south of bustling Siem Reap. The entrance fee of $5 for the tour including tea and $10 for the one-hour boat trip definitely benefits the local people.
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Chrisv292
Dec 26, 2023
Definitely worth the visit - don't miss out on this unique arts and craft experience in Siem Reap - Definitely worth it! Don't miss this unique experience during your stay in Siem Reap. The ride is great, the staff and owner are super helpful and amazing. The atmosphere and activities offered around the lotus and silk farm products are mind-blowing. Then you can find all these amazing arts and crafts in their shop to bring back a present for a loved one or even a souvenir from you trip in Cambodia. Tip: take time to climb the stairs all the way to the rooftop, enjoy the view with a nice lotus tea and treat.
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Roam31997535947
Dec 30, 2023
This Lotus farm project was fun and great addition to temple tours. - We loved this tour. It was a lovely alternative to break up Angkor Wat temples. Having seen the farm from the Australian Amazing Race, we were keen to see it and chose the 3pm session including the sunset tour. We participated in the hands on craft of textile making, screen printing, incense rolling, bead making and then we had a lovely sunset tour of the lotus farm which was absolutely stunning and one of my highlights of Siem Reap/Cambodia . The young and friendly team of this social enterprise were inspiring and I did enjoy the opportunity to experience how hard it is to make the lotus textiles. My only suggestion is that the hands on craft of textile making is hard, and requires a little verbal explanation and more patience from the older ladies teaching who don't speak english. Nevertheless, the project's dream of making more closed loop products is admirable and wish them luck! Definitely recommend this tour.
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