Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort – hotel profile
A hillside resort overlooking the Mekong and Ruak rivers where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet, with an elephant foundation on site.
This resort sits on a hillside in Chiang Saen district, in the far north of Chiang Rai province, overlooking the point where the Ruak River meets the Mekong and the borders of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar come together, an area known as the Golden Triangle.
Elephants
The resort hosts the Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation, which works with elephants rescued from street begging and logging, and their mahouts. Guests can take part in walks and observation activities; the resort does not offer elephant riding.
Location
- About an hour by road from Chiang Rai’s Mae Fah Luang International Airport.
- Close to the Hall of Opium museum, the Golden Triangle viewpoint and the ancient town of Chiang Saen.
- Mae Sai and the Doi Tung royal project are within reach for day trips.
Who it suits
Travellers interested in nature, elephants and the culture of the north, who want a remote resort setting. See our Chiang Rai guide for other places to stay.
We do not publish prices or ratings. Check the resort’s official website for current rates and facilities.