About us
Our Passion for Responsible Tourism
People
We put our team first. Our commitment is to our local guides and staff, prioritising their well-being and development. We are proud to uphold fair wage practices that recognise their skill and dedication, always choosing people over profit.
Planet
We protect the places we ride. Minimising our environmental footprint is a non-negotiable part of every tour. We champion responsible travel by actively reducing waste, eliminating single-use plastic, and conserving natural resources.
Causes
Every adventure creates a tangible impact. Every tour ticket directly funds carefully vetted local partner causes that are making a sustainable difference in the community. You choose the cause, we guarantee the contribution.
Community
We believe in local power. Our cycling routes are centered around authentic community engagement, and we actively support local initiatives. We foster community-driven change by hosting monthly events and engaging local enterprises.
Our story
Meet Marco & Emily
Ripple Effect Rides was born from a shared passion for cycling, sustainable tourism, and creating tangible, local change. We recognised that travelers visiting Cambodia often wanted to support grassroots causes but lacked the direct knowledge or connections to do so effectively. We set out to bridge that gap, offering meaningful, community-driven cycling and bespoke experiences that allow you to explore the real Cambodia while directly supporting impactful local initiatives.
Collectively, Siem Reap has been our home for more than 14 years, and while the temples are the draw, what captures our hearts are the Cambodian people, the lush rice fields, peaceful villages, and hidden trails.
The company is the result of our combined experience: Marco; Operations Manager, leverages his hospitality background to seamlessly run all day-to-day operations and ensure safe, authentic tours. Meanwhile, Emily; Partnerships & Impact Advisor, who Founded the impactful not-for-profit REACH Siem Reap, brings her expertise to the company by fostering trusted partnerships with reputable causes, guaranteeing that 100% of your chosen donation creates a genuine, positive ‘Ripple Effect.’
Furthermore, we are deeply committed to community development; every member of the Ripple Effect Rides team—from our highly trained guides to our support staff—are Cambodian locals, ensuring your journey directly invests in local jobs and ethical employment practices.
Our Mission
As a responsible tour company, Ripple Effect Rides connects kind-hearted travellers with ethical local causes, leveraging our tours to invest in community development and create positive, lasting impact.
Our Vision
To foster a world where tourism is a powerful force for positive social and economic impact, driving sustainable development and empowering communities.