Nestled in 100 acres of nature, this five-star island sanctuary invites guests to experience the magic of the “green season” in southern Thailand, with an amazing array of attractions and activities on land and at sea
The five-star Pimalai Resort & Spa on Koh Lanta, Thailand’s tropical island, is an eco-friendly oasis of calm and activity. From small-scale excursions to immersive experiences, every facet of this private paradise is meant to work in unison with nature. Guests arriving during the “green season,” the lush summer months in southern Thailand, will find this amazing 100-acre resort provides nearly infinite chances for adventure.
Many visitors avoid southern Thailand during the green season, but they are missing out on one of the most enchanting periods of the year when Mother Nature displays her full splendour. Flowers blossom, rivers flow, and everything looks to be more brilliant. There are many exciting things to see and do on land and at sea for Pimalai’s discriminating clients, who choose to avoid the conventional tourist sites.
The marine reserve that surrounds the resort, Mu Ko Lanta National Park, will be closed to guests for six months beginning May 15, 2022, to allow the native flora and fauna to regenerate. Outside of the national park, though, the island of Koh Talabeng is known for its sea caverns, which offer kayakers a world of adventure. Paddle through underground depths to discover an unusual scene for brave explorers.
Koh Lanta is one of Thailand’s largest islands, with undulating hills, woods, and waterfalls. A succession of hiking routes caters to hikers of various fitness levels, including a leisurely one-hour journey to Klong Chak waterfall and a more arduous two-hour trek deep into the island’s core. It is possible to hire a professional guide.
Many others, on the other hand, see no need to leave Pimalai! Every tourist may relax in delightful isolation with just 121 modern rooms, large suites, and breathtaking villas with up to three bedrooms and private pools. This idyllic getaway was named Southeast Asia’s second finest resort in Travel & Leisure’s annual “World’s Best Awards,” and it’s also one of just 26 global properties to join the SLH Considerate Collection, an exclusive group of socially responsible and eco-conscious five-star hotels.
The entire resort feels like a private nature reserve, with its 75 football fields of exotic native vegetation including banyan trees, coconut palms, jasmine bushes, bird of paradise flowers, and even century-old, 80-meter-tall tonne yang trees.
There is plenty of wildlife in the region, including monitor lizards, eagles, and hornbills, as well as marine critters like dolphins that live in the turquoise seas offshore. Guests may spend hours meandering through this organic wonderland, relaxing on the 900-meter-long soft sandy beach, or experiencing the sea’s spray with a variety of non-motorised water activities like paddle-boarding and kayaking.
The Pimalai Spa, which is located in the middle of the forest and specialises in time-honoured Thai treatments, many of which date back hundreds of years, offers soothing experiences.
This multi-award-winning health centre has debuted four new massages, including a unique “Pregnancy Massage,” to help soothe the body and restore the soul. Yoga lessons are also provided to encourage awareness, or visitors may just take a relaxing dip in one of the resort’s two glistening, infinity-edged pools while staring out over the ocean — pure joy!
“At Pimalai, we look forward to the green season every year.” It’s a wonderful time of year when the entire island appears to come alive with colour and vitality. With Mu Ko Lanta National Park about to close in mid-May, visitors will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see a distinct side of Thailand — a country of lush forests, hidden gems, and colourful animals. “This summer, we are looking forward to exhibiting Mother Nature’s magnificence to all of our domestic and foreign guests,” stated Charintip Tiyaphorn, Pimalai’s Owner Representative.
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