Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort

First, the hotel, the view, the staff and everything about this place is as good as it gets. However, I want to write todays review on the cooking class called Spice Spoons. The head Chef of our program was PJ and he was absolutely fantastic. You start with a tour of the local market which is something we have not experienced before. Then, we came back to the hotel and had about an hour or so to relax as the tour started at 7am. Then we met PJ in the private kitchen and cooked our own meals. He cooks each dish first as we watch and he explains what everything is and what he is doing and then we replicate it and cook ourselves at our own stations. Then we sit at a beautiful table and eat our dishes. PJ was wonderful. He was funny, had all the answers from the questions the group had, was extremely knowledgeable and was an absolute joy to be with. I highly recommend this and definitely request PJ.

Get ready to enter a world of rare tranquility and peace and an experience of a lifetime. From the moment you arrive, you are greeted with the most unique welcome. The staff are exceptional, they are the most respectful and professional staff I have encountered. The hotel is beautiful and the room spacious and clean. All amenities are provided and lovely welcome delights from the chef and thoughtful gifts await you. The walking with the giants was an unbelievable experience and one we will cherish forever. The spicy spoon culinary experience with Chef PJ was second to none. He was professional, knowledgeable and has a genuine desire to teach you. Overall, a wonderful experience and one not only would I recommend but would do again and again!

This has been the best resort I’ve ever been (and I’ve been in a lot). The elephant experiencia is breathtaking, there is really not more explanation needed. But what really took me off guard was the Spicy Spoons cooking experience. I thought it was going to be one of those activities that everything was pre cooked but no, Cheff PG, besides been very funny and extremely detailed with every step, he demonstrated first and then we cooked everything ourselves. We even got to keep the recipe !! The best resort I’ve ever been by far.

If you are looking for a very peaceful location with full of adventure and culture. This is just the right place for you! Since we arrived at the resort. We were welcomed with the refreshments and were tided with a local bracelet which was made by the R-Kha tribe. I can't remember the meaning of it but I'm sure it will bring us luck and protection. Once we entered to our room and were surprised with the decorations for our honeymoon. There was a super cute elephant chocolate and a bubbly drink too. Our room can see the river which we can see Laos and Myanmar as well. Just unbelievable! Moreover we can some elephants are roaming around. We were so excited. The next day morning we had a walk with the giants. It was an easy walk but so much fun. We learnt a lot from Vet Weane. She is so passionate and shared us the story which we were grateful. All of the elephants at this place were very well taken care. We also had a walk around the resort. It's a very beautiful and peaceful place indeed. After walking with the giants, we met P'Peark, a cute but handsome buffalo. Please be careful. He doesn't like us to say he is short but yes.. he is a little short hahaha. In the afternoon, we had a trekking with a gentleman tour guide. Apologies, we can't recall his name but he is so kind and showed us all around the area in the mountains and village. It brought me back the memories when I was little and played in a field. Next day, we had a side car ride. It was sooooooo cute and fun! We were taken to explore to the view points, village, temple, farm! One of our favourite activities. Thank you for our rider two gentlemen who showed us around. We had spa too! We booked the spa by nature. It's not easy to go there but the team made it easy for us. We jumped in a cool jeep car. WoooooW, we were impressed already. Just a jaw dropper once we were arrived. It's magical location and romantic ambience. Massage therapist are professional. Thank you Khun Chom and Khun Ann who welcomed us. They are so friendly and professional. After the massage, there will be a set of afternoon tea. Just love it! In the evening, we dined at the special event. There were many local dance show. Amazing show, Amazing food... our tummy were happily crying. It was Just AMAZING!!! We can't forget about our breakfast too... ooohhhhh so so so good. So many options, we were so spoilt. Whatever we want. We were given. Love the ambience and everything. On the departure date, the Anantara Team never just let us go easily. The team prepared us a garland for us to praying the ancient Buddha. It was a very meaningful farewell. We were giving a hand waving once our car was moving (we didn't want to go T.T) Thank you for your amazing service and amazing team. Thank you once again Khun Chom, Khun Ann and spa team, Khun Neang, The Bar Team, The breakfast team, Khun Fon front office, Khun Alti, Vet Weane and Mahoot and all the Giants team. Sincerely, Kanokthip & Mark

When it comes to having the best experiences at a resort in Thailand there is no better place than here!! Jai was the best Muay Thai trainer and so patient and kind. Chef PJ offered the best cooking class I’ve ever experienced in Thailand and goodness that guy is an amazing teacher!! Alti was sooooooo helpful, professional, and kind!! She made us feel so welcome. Turk did an excellent job planning our activities and making everything go very smooth. Also, Tao was soooo fun to be with at the Walking with Giants!! He was excellent. Thank you everyone!! This place is the BEST resort in all of the Golden Triangle!! Can’t wait to visit again!