Back Roads of Cambodia, Laos and Thailand
A month-long, off-the-beaten-track exploration of the traditions and landscapes of Cambodia, Thailand and Laos.
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Peaceful seclusion, privacy and luxury far away from the beaten trail - Canvas and Orchids (previously 4 Rivers) near Tatai is one of the most unique and unusual properties we have come across.
Situated on the curve of a river in the little-explored Cardamom Mountains, close to the border between Cambodia and Thailand, it offers an unforgettable and magical escape with a passionately sustainable ethos.
Surrounded by unspoiled forest, rare orchids and fragrant frangipani trees, this remote resort's 12 safari-style villas are equipped with all mod cons - flat-screen televisions, Wi-Fi, en-suite bathrooms and private sundecks. However, it is quite likely that you will spend most of your time out exploring the mountains and their flora and fauna. In addition to the beautiful setting and unique accommodation, the resort has a library and a great restaurant serving a mix of western and Asian food, with river fish the regional speciality.
Activities and excursions are varied and plentiful. Kayaking, swimming, fishing and boat trips to nearby mangroves are available right from the edge of your veranda. Further afield you can walk in the Cardamom Mountains and explore rural villages. Our pick of excursions is the 40-minute boat ride to the Tatai waterfalls; there are not many places in Southeast Asia with such a picture-perfect river setting.
The Cardamom Mountains and rainforests are a wildlife enthusiast’s paradise, with many rare species hiding away in its wilds. Javan rhinoceros, Indochinese tigers, Asian elephants and cloud leopard are all believed to inhabit the range. There is also thought be over 500 species of birds here making it a real must for keen bird watchers.
The lodge's team works with closely with its neighbours on a number of community and conservation projects designed to protect and conserve this little piece of paradise for the benefit of local people - and lucky guests.
We're delighted that Canvas and Orchids sits inside an area of the forest that is supported by our carbon offset partner, Sea Trees. Every ETG traveller helps to protect the wildlife and environment of this extraordinary part of the world.
Eco/Adventure - This category covers gorgeous lodges in the jungle, comfortable safari camps and dreamy, but simple, beach cabanas. These places defy conventional categorisation: what is communing with nature to one person may be terrifying bugs to another! Many of these places are very comfortable and the service generally of a very high level - but please read the website review carefully and/or talk to us and be sure to have understood what you are letting yourselves in for!
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