Absolutely fantastic stay at this wonderfully atmospheric and beautiful lodge. Excellent staff, incredible attention to detail in the gorgeous and generous ‘tents’. Expect Safari-like accommodation… but the details were exceptional - vast antique baths covered in beaten copper, antiques from hill tribes encased in hanging shelves in the room, full minibar etc and every bathroom product you could ever need. Loved the lotus bowl sinks and faux tusk handles! Very grateful for air conditioning in the 38/40 degree heat… zipped and velcroed window panels, huuuuge verandah deck overlooking Ruak river. We loved the ‘can do’ attitude of all the camp staff. Want a last minute trip to the opium museum? No problem, car will be here in 30 minutes. Want to spend extra time with the rescued elephants? No problem … come down to the waterhole where the little one is having a drink… want to go fishing with a local fisherman and see the traditional methods? Sure, come down this afternoon…: the flexibility is true luxury, with everything being done to the highest standard. You are in jungle terrain so expect steps and uneven ground, (but very well maintained oaths and stairs); a few mosquitoes, and not a sliding glass modern box of a room… but beautiful landscaping and with unusual experiences at your finger tips . Special time with rescued elephants, fabulous staff, excellent attention to detail, most wine & cocktails and all food included so although it seems much more expensive than other options there is a lot included. Camp manager is excellent, as are all the staff. (Tiny example… our daughter tripped on the way back to our room and we received a call when we were back in our room asking if she was ok or needed antiseptic or any medical attention…so thoughtful). The experience walking and bathing the elephant was lovely - lots of information shared and the staff are clearly very dedicated to giving these elephants a good life. All in all a great stay in a location with a fascinating history, superb staff, beautiful accommodation and landscaping as well as very fine food. Thank you Four Seasons Golden Triangle

This is truly a tremendous place. The service was absolutely outstanding. literally every person working there did an excellent job taking care of every possible need. The nature experience, the location, the views, the time with the elephants was really special and unique. The "tents" are so comfortable, large, well maintained and terrific views. The Burma Bar is really a must for sunsets. We did a couple of experiences and both were perfect. Really, can't say enough good things.....

We had the most wonderful experience. Nothing was too much trouble and the staff seemed to genuinely care. Interacting with the elephants has been a highlight of our trip, particularly the level of bond between them and their mahouts. Thanks to the team for their special dinner that they arranged for our anniversary. We cannot recommend the resort highly enough.

This was the highlight of our trip to Thailand. The camp is amazing and the opportunity to interact with the elephants was incredible. The staff could not have been better or more thoughtful, especially Poy, who went out of her way to make our stay special and attended to details before we even knew that we needed or wanted them addressed. Also, the food was excellent!

Elephants were chained for the entire day right in front of our room many times we saw the elephants attempt to get to each other but the chains would not allow them. NATURAL HABITATE The elephants are chained almost all day. They are not moved from the spot they are placed from morning to dusk. In some cases we saw 2 elephants trying to reach for other but unable due to the chains. SIGNS OF STRESS One female we saw 4 times was swaying back and forth with her trunk swaying upper body was swaying she never stopped. We were told by the Four Seasons staff that the elephants were only chained at night yet every elephant we saw was chained all day. NONE were able to roam free. Suggestions: tourists go in safari vehicles like Africa does to see the elephants. At Nagala tent camp they have a set up that attracts to the lodge and the elephants drink from the pool. We were told this wasn’t possible as the trucks would scare them yet there were trucks and motor bikes in the elephant areas all day and quite a few of them. The staff and service provided was excellent. The accommodations were fair to good considering this was Four Seasons. We have stayed at other tent camps which were far superior.