For those unfamiliar with the term ‘glamping’ it is where experiential travel blends seamlessly with both luxury and nature with a bit of adventure thrown in, who knew that all of those wonderful aspects could blend together to create one awesome off the beaten path, fully immersive experience.
Below we present Kouprey’s top 5 choices.
5. Banteay Chhmar Tented Camp
Set in the remote northeast of Cambodia, this is a very private camp with only 2 tents, exclusively nestled amongst the ruins of Banteay Chhmar Temple. You will quite simply have the temple all to yourselves in the evening. You will bear witness to the remarkable many armed symbols carved in spicting Tantric Buddhist images. Immerse yourself and experience the calm and tranquility of another place and time as you relax and explore the temples whilst your able hosts prepare dinner and wine in this unforgettable location.
4. Cardamom Tented Camp
A true testament to the eco-lodge, this property really has conservation at its core. A visit to this stunning lodge in southern Cambodia will allow you to take on a true adventure. ‘Your Stay Keeps the Forest Standing’ is their motto and while you are here you are able to take part in a wide range of activities to support the local wildlife and provide work for the local people. You will be able to explore the jungle with a trained ranger as he goes about his duties and tasks or take a leisurely kayak down the narrow creeks near the camp. At the end of the day you will be able to enjoy your safari style tent as the sun descends, you will be cooked a sumptuous dinner by the team including local highlights such as the famous Amok.
3. Canvas & Orchids Retreat
A long standing and unique tented floating eco-lodge, a world’s first, with each individual tent on its own platform and private sundeck. based on the Tatai River, Canvas & Orchids is the perfect place for adventure lovers, with the option to swim directly off your sundeck, float majestically downstream on a kayak or venture further and trek into the rainforest for more activities, or simply sit back, relax and enjoy the tranquility. With their commitment to sustainable travel and remoteness, this is a perfect place to indulge in your luxury surrounding while enjoying nature at its finest.
2. The Beige
A stunning tented lodge perfectly situated amongst the temples of Angkor, on the outskirts of Siem Reap, complete with expansive tented pool suites and even its own elephant. The treeline infinity pool is a real highlight offering up views over the nearby forests and villages. There is a real focus on heritage with these tents, a true age old safari style experience awaits you with the decor but without compromising the modern facilities you would come to expect from luxury accommodation. All tents are private and set along a river bank. Dining is delicious, sleek and modern, yet fits well with the resort’s feel. In the evenings a roaring campfire is lit and the s’mores come out, what a perfect way to end the day with a chilled glass of wine and lasting memories of your temple exploration.
1. Shinta Mani Wild
The ultimate in tented luxury and critically acclaimed the world over. At every turn this property doesn’t fail to amaze, from the very moment you arrive you are whisked into a surreal world and intricately themed tents add to the excitement. Zipline into the lobby and be met with a glass of bubbles by your personal butler. Nothing has not been thought of in the design, down to the finest detail, sheer indulgence throughout your experience. The swimming pool is a steam-punk esque tub hidden in the forest. whilst in ‘camp’ you will have the chance to undertake patrols with the rangers and resident wildlife expert or one of our highlights is to go on a private boat down a remote jungle clad river, fully catered for with coffee, croissants and even bubbles. Dinner is served lodge style with a limited but delicious menu. Inclusions here are plentiful here and this unmissable opportunity to see one of Cambodia’s flagship properties should not be passed up.
