Rise Cambodia

What To Expect

The Festival Begins Before it Begins - Programme Highlights

This journey is more than an event - it's a build-up of insights, stories and shared experiences.

26 November 2025 (Siem Reap)

Arrivals & Settling in

Settling In

Welcome to Cambodia!

Upon arrival, you will get onto a bus transport to take you from Siem Reap Angkor International Airport to Royal Angkor Resort. Bus transport will depart from the airport at the following timings.

09:30am
10:20am
17:00pm (For those coming into Siem Reap at this later time, you will head onward to Tui Blue Angkor Grace first before checking in at Royal Angkor Resort)

Check-in to your rooms and have some time to rest and relax before we head on to Tui Blue Angkor Grace.

26 November 2025 (Siem Reap)

Learning & Connecting

Welcome

The journey begins here at TUI BLUE Angkor Grace.

Be welcomed into a safe space to settle in, meet fellow participants, and start building a sense of connection and community over a warm celebratory meal.

Connecting Inside Out, With and Through Others

After lunch, take a breather. Continue to check-in, settling-in and get some rest before the programme begins.

Upon reaching TUI BLUE Angkor Grace, we pause for a moment of stillness and restoration. In this sound healing session, participants are invited to release, recalibrate, and reconnect with themselves — creating space for clarity and presence as we continue our shared journey.

The evening then opens with a welcome address from Growthbeans, inviting participants into the spirit and intention of the programme. This sets the stage for understanding the heart of why we are here together — to learn, to connect, and to grow both individually and collectively.

Following this, Vivu Journeys will offer insights into the Cambodian culture to deepen our appreciation of the place and its people. The evening then flows naturally into dinner, where we nourish ourselves with food, shared stories, laughter, and the spirit of community.

The night rounds off with Beantastic, — a lively card game that sparks curiosity, connection, and discovery. Together, we’ll bond, uncover shared wellbeing challenges, and get ready to bring this energy forward at the Self-Awareness Festival.

27 November 2025 (Siem Reap)

Stepping Out, Looking Within

Explore themes of Community, Sustainability & Inclusivity

Learning Journeys

Step Out into the World Around Us

Immersive Experiences that offer a window into real-life challenges, resilience, and innovation across communities

Seeing through new lenses Wherever the path leads, each journey invites participants to listen deeply, ask thoughtful questions, and reflect on the intersections between self, society, and systems

After breakfast at Royal Angkor Resort, embark on one of three learning journeys

Community Empowerment: Observe how a community-based enterprise creates social and economic change to empower marginalised women.

Sustainable Farming: Explore how sustainable farming practices play a vital role in breaking the poverty cycle.

Inclusive Spirit: Immerse yourself in the strength and resilience of village life, discovering the bonds that sustain communities.

Following the morning explorations, we gather for lunch and a time of sharing. This is an opportunity for participants to exchange reflections from their different journeys, drawing connections between personal insights, community experiences, and the role of innovation in shaping change.

Guided Tours: Tracing Stories - Past, Present, and Within

Then, we take a journey through time.

Participants will step into the grandeur of the ancient Khmer Empire with a visit to Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, Ta Prohm, and the iconic Angkor Wat — exploring the richness of history, culture, and legacy that continues to inspire awe. The evening winds down with the tranquility of the sunset view of Angkor Wai, inviting reflection and quiet wonder.

Unwind & Rest

Enjoy two hours of free and easy time at Pub Street — a moment to rest, reflect, and simply be. Experience the lively atmosphere, enjoy street food, people-watch, or treat yourself to foot massages.

Finally, at 8pm we retreat to our rooms to pack and prepare for the next phase of our journey. Onwards to Phnom Penh!

28 November 2025 (Siem Reap, Phnom Penh)

New Horizons

Seeing Through New Lenses

Journey to Phnom Penh

We bid farewell to Siem Reap and set out for Phnom Penh, arriving in time for lunch before continuing the journey of learning and connection.

Learning Journey

The afternoon unfolds at NUM, where participants will:

Tour NUM
Gain insights into a practical framework on innovation
Engage in a dialogue session - a true meeting of minds
Explore ways to apply the innovation framework in real-world contexts

Evening by the Mekong

At 7:00pm, enjoy two hours of free and easy time along the Mekong River. This moment of openness is also an opportunity to deepen bonds in assigned groups, guided and hosted by Cambodian friends.

At 9:00pm, we check-in at Poulo Wai Hotel & Apartment — a comfortable space to unwind, reflect on the day, and recharge for the journey ahead.

29 November 2025 (Phnom Penh)

Self-Awareness Festival 2025

A journey inward to move outward - together with clarity and heart

2025 Self-Awareness Festival Cambodia Theme

Human Potential and Concerns in
an era of AI and a Fractured Society

Welcome to a shared, safe and supportive space of reflection, participation, contribution and celebration.

We invite you to reconnect with your inner world while opening up to the human spirit of curiosity, resilience, compassion, purpose, and imagination.

Enjoy the space and process of self-love, self-care, and personal renewal, while meeting like-minded souls.