Anantara’s new hillside retreat offers panoramic views of Northern Thailand’s breathtaking landscapes, a haven for stargazers and nature enthusiasts.
Just 4 km from the iconic Golden Triangle, The Mekong Explorer Tent sits where the borders of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar converge. Surrounded by a 160-acre bamboo forest, the tent offers views of lush rainforest, the Mekong River, with the Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation’s 20 rescued elephants roaming below.
The two-bedroom luxury retreat features a tasteful mix of leather, wood, and Jim Thompson-inspired fabrics that exude timeless elegance, with handcrafted furniture and locally sourced amenities. Features include locally made, sustainable teas from Sawanabondin, chocolates from Kad Kakao in Northern Thailand, homemade elephant shaped butter cookies, crispy mushrooms in collaboration with DoiTung, and a Praewa cloth bag, traditionally used by hilltribes in the Lanna region. Each bedroom has an en-suite bathroom, oversized king-size beds and outside, two private terraces each with a 5m x 3m infinity pool and outdoor bathtub.
Guests of The Mekong Explorer Tent can also enjoy tailored luxuries, including an Explorer’s Arrival via traditional longtail boat, a Sky Bike adventure, all-inclusive gourmet dining, a fully stocked minibar, and access to the Hall of Opium Museum. Additionally, each night’s stay includes a choice of unforgettable activities, such as the Walking with Giants elephant experience, a Spice Spoons cooking class with a local market visit, a 60 minute spa treatment, or a private yoga or Pilates session.
Future plans include the introduction of the Mekong Explorer Suites. These suites blend Thai Lanna elements with colonial influences, with dark wood panelling, elephant-inspired décor, and antique-style travel trunks. Each features a balcony with jungle views, a cantilevered Thai daybed, a rain shower and a terrazzo soaking tub.
The Mekong Explorer Tent is part of Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort’s array of unique luxury accommodations, including the Jungle Bubble and Jungle Bubble Lodge, which offer guests an unforgettable safari style experience. Guests can dine on a private deck overlooking elephants and enjoy personalised butler service, two bedrooms, and a private plunge pool in these off-the-grid retreats.
