Traditional Spiritual Water Blessing in Siem Reap

Experience a sacred Cambodian water blessing by monks. This peaceful ceremony at a pagoda brings good luck, health, and a new beginning. A truly authentic and spiritual journey.
This experience invites you to step away from the bustling tourist sites and into the tranquil Cambodian countryside. At the heart of the ancient pagoda, you will receive a personal blessing from the resident monks. A water blessing is a deeply meaningful ceremony believed to cleanse the spirit, wash away bad luck, and bring forth good fortune, health, and peace.

Upon arrival at the pagoda, the guide will lead you through the temple, providing context on the ceremony's history and significance. You will then be invited to receive one of two forms of blessings from the monks.

• The Light Sprinkling: The first option is a gentle and beautiful ritual. As the monks sit and chant in perfect harmony, invoking blessings for good luck, safe travels, and a long life, they will lightly sprinkle blessed water over you. This symbolic act purifies the spirit and washes away negative influences.

• The Full Cleansing Ritual: For a more immersive experience, you can choose a longer ritual. Monks will pour vessels of holy water over your head while continuing their powerful, rhythmic chants. This complete dousing symbolizes a full spiritual cleansing of the body, mind, and spirit. For this ritual, you will be provided with a sarong to change into, ensuring your own clothing remains dry.

At the end of the blessing, the monks will tie a special red bracelet around your wrist. This sacred string signifies the blessing you've received and is believed to protect you and serve as a tangible reminder of the ceremony. You can wear it until it falls off naturally.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.