FOUR SEASONS TENTED CAMP GOLDEN TRIANGLE

Venture into Chiang Rai to marvel at the spectacular architecture of Wat Rong Khun and Wat Rong Suea Ten, known as the White Temple and Blue Temple respectively. Adventurers will revel in the chance to walk to the Huay Mark Liam trail, discovering bamboo forests, local plantations and hidden waterfalls, or rent a bicycle and glide past paddy fields and pineapple farms.

Return to camp for a blissful spa treatment, such as the Mahout Recovery massage featuring warming poultices of camphor, lime and lemongrass. Nong Yao Restaurant serves freshly prepared breakfasts, a Thai and western-style lunch menu and multi-course set dinners. The camp chef has travelled the world gaining inspiration before returning to his northern Thai roots. His signature dishes include Som Tam Pu Nim, a young papaya salad with deep-fried, soft-shell crab. A private dining experience in the elephant camp can be arranged for those itching for just one more glimpse of these enthralling creatures.

SUITABLE FOR:

• Serenity seekers
• Those looking for an authentic Asian elephant experience

THINGS TO DO AT THE CAMP:

• Meet the resident elephants including Linda and Phuang Phet
• Enjoy a Mekong Meditation session, blending meditative practices with herbal oil massages
• Unwind with a camphor, lime and lemongrass massage or French green clay masque at the Jungle Spa
• Cool down in the swimming pool shaded by bamboo trees and overlooking the Ruak River
• Peruse the local crafts, textiles and glassware for sale at the Trading Post Boutique
• Sample the best wine and cheese combinations at the wine cellar

THINGS TO DO NEARBY:

• Admire the spectacular architecture of Wat Rong Khun (the White Temple) and Wat Rong Suea Ten (the Blue Temple)
• Go bamboo fishing and fish trapping with a local on the Mekong River
• Explore the Golden Triangle by boat on a long-tail Mekong River cruise
• Breeze past paddy fields, rubber plantations and teak forests on a bicycle tour
• Visit an oolong tea plantation to learn about this fascinating high-altitude trade
• Discover bamboo forests, agricultural plantations and hidden waterfalls on the Huay Mark Liam walking trail