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Borneo Rainforest Lodge

This pristine Rainforest is also home to more than 340 species Birds, 124 species of Mammals, 72 species of Reptiles, 56 species of Amphibians and a staggering 200 species of plants per hectare. The mission of the Borneo Rainforest Lodge is to preserve the rainforest for the generations to come by limiting human activity and to minimise the carbon footprint. It does this by managing the water, chemicals and waste that the accommodation uses in a sustainable manner and support the local community through jobs and utilising every resource the surrounding area can provide.

Can Tho Ecolodge

On the tranquil banks of the Ba Lang River stands Can Tho Ecolodge, a union between the local culture of Can Tho and a high quality of sustainable tourism. This luxury Eco-accommodation shares an equally strong devotion to its guests and its location; sharing the mystical beauty of the Mekong Delta with visitors in a truly responsible way. The Ecolodge is comprised of twelve thatched bungalows, along with a restaurant, bar, spa and swimming pool all constructed with local renewable materials. Here, the Mekong Delta’s luxuriant tropics take centre stage, captivating guests and enriching their cultural experience in Vietnam’s stunning south.

4 Rivers Floating Lodge

4 Rivers Floating Lodge is at one with the natural order and engages the local community in promoting and fostering the soft tread of an environmentally aware footprint. The lodge offers an immersive experience for its guests whereby accommodation includes tented villas which float on the Tatai river. Each of the 12 tented villas is furnished and decorated with top-quality materials that bring a whole new meaning to luxury in nature. Guests can enjoy all of the comforts they would expect from a world-class resort, including a flat-screen TV, a DVD player and a minibar. Guests can relax on the large and private sun-lounger balconies as they view the ever-changing kaleidoscope of colours that define the Kingdom of Wonders.

Rajabori Villas Resort

The Kings Island is mostly known for its fresh water dolphins and it ability to be a world away from the world. Rajabori Villas sits on this beautiful island, giving guests a a deep immersion in an unspoiled part of old Cambodia filled with nature and discovery. The resort focuses on sustainability and being safe to the natural environment. In this light the villas use a system made of one generator that operates a portion of the night and solar panels that provide the service during the day and late night. The aim here is to create an old style Cambodian village on the island, instead of utilising materials that cannot be sustained over a long period of time and ruin the natural environment.

La Folie Lodge

La Folie Lodge is a charming ecolodge located on Don Daeng, a car-free island facing Champasack Town. Don Daeng in Lao translates to “Red island” and is reputable for its outstanding and unmissable sunsets. Offering visitors a peaceful haven away from the bustle of inner city tourism, the Red Island is located within the UNESCO protected area of the Vat Phou. As well as delighting in utmost comfort at the sustainable lodge, discover the best of Southern-Laos traditional lifestyle, as La Folie Lodge places guests in the centre of an authentic region.

Namkhan Ecolodge

The lodge serves as a sanctuary where guests can connect with nature and enjoy tropical food, the forest, and animals. It acts as a small village for its guests, composed of Bell Canvas Glamping Tents and lodges made from sustainable materials from the neighbouring area. If you want a truly unique experience that’s entirely focused on being respectful to the environment and neighbouring cultures, then Namkhan Ecolodge should be your first choice when staying in Laos.

Leopard Mountain Safari Lodge

Leopard Mountain Safari Lodge is located within the diverse and beautiful Manyoni Private Game Reserve. With only 8 safari suites, a personalised and exclusive service can be given to guests even when at full capacity. The suites are luxurious and spacious, filled with natural light and with private balconies and pools, which offer sweeping views over the bushveld below and the rugged Lebombo Mountains. Guests can begin their day by exploring the reserve during sunrise on a game drive, spend their afternoons indulging in a massage before heading back out into the bush on an afternoon game drive, and enjoy evenings sat around the crackling fire pit in the boma, feasting on delicious food before relaxing in their private pool gazing over the moonlit mountains and star-filled sky.

Raya Heritage

Raya Heritage is a resort located in Chiang Mai, set in lush gardens just steps from the banks of the tranquil Ping River. Inspired by the spirit of Lanna life in former times, Raya Heritage offers a clean, contemporary take on traditional Thai design. Beautifully curated, one-of-a-kind furniture pieces, artefacts and accessories, sourced from and often created by hand by local craftspeople, are featured throughout. The resort concept stems from northern Thai culture’s elegant approach to life and art, and the social value placed on living in balance with nature and the surrounding community. Immersed in tranquil natural surroundings on the banks of the Ping River, Raya Heritage’s serene atmosphere makes it the perfect base for discovering the unique charms of the area at an unhurried pace.

Elewana Sand River Masai Mara

Elewana Sand River Masai Mara lies upon the banks of the river of which it takes its name. Nestled in the southern region of the 8,000km2 Greater Mara, this location sits near the Kenyan-Tanzanian border, adjoining the Serengeti and Masai Mara in one immense ecosystem. The ancestral homelands of the Maasai tribespeople are one of the most incredible ecosystems on the planet, enjoying warm temperatures year-round, with low humidity, this other Eden is a paradise for the wildlife, which includes the Big 5, 450 different bird species, and many, many more. These lush pastures attract 1.3million wildebeest and zebra each year, who migrate en masse from the Serengeti, in what has been classed among the Seven Wonders of the World. The migratory crossings of the sand river are amongst the most incredible spectacles in Africa; with such close proximity to the camp, this location is but a stone’s throw from what may be the pinnacle of safari.

Zarafa Camp

Zafara Camp is an intimate, authentic safari camp located within the Selinda Reserve in northern Botswana. The area is known for its famous lion pride and unrivalled numbers of elephant. The camp has four deluxe tented rooms, including private decking and plunge pool which are placed under shady, cooling ebony trees. The camp is the first and only Relais & Chateaux property in Botswana, and this is evident through elegant, luxury touches throughout; few camps rival the intimacy and luxuriousness. There is also a separate villa, the Dhow Suites, which consists of two connecting tents and a private main area which operates independently from the rest of Zafara Camp. Surrounded by the wilderness of Botswana, the camp offers unique and contrasting views from every angle. The diverse landscapes open up a world of wildlife from leopard, lion and cheetah to giraffes and hippos. Zafara strikes a chord of harmony, through the friendly local staff and the mesmerising waters of the lagoon.