Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle

Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle

Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle. Wiang ,Chiang Rai, ThailandGo on the adventure of a lifetime in the wondrous . surroundings of Northern Thailand, bordering Burma and Laos. Tucked away in the historic Golden Triangle region, Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle is the perfect escape from the rest of the world. On our unique three- or four-night excursions, you will trek with elephants through bamboo jungles, explore spectacular mountain trails and unwind in superb luxury tents. Let the 19th-century explorer’s spirit in you come to life – while enjoying our signature hospitality.After an early breakfast, depart the Tented Camp by boat, and drive past Chiang Rai city to Houi Mak Leim National Park and Hot Springs. The first part of the hike is uphill through beautiful natural surroundings to visit Ban Ja Jor, a Lahu hill tribe (Mu-Ser) village. The Lahu women are highly skilled in embroidery, whereas the men are highly skilled hunters. Hike for an hour through the countryside to Ban A-Pae, an Akha hill tribe village, entering through the spirit gate revered by the Akhatribe, and pass by the Akha giant swing, used for New Year celebrations, harvest festivals and other ceremonies. Akha women wear a distinctive colourful costume, including a heavy headdress decorated with real silver beads.Next, a short hike through the village takes you to the Huay Keaw waterfall, and on through groves of towering bamboo and tea plantations to a Chinese village where you will rest at a tea terrace and try the local brew. After all the exertion, it’s time to take a dip in the natural hot spring waters close to the banks of the Kok river, before your waiting car drives you back to the Tented Camp. www.fourseasons.com