Pimalai Resort & Spa, the five-star sanctuary on the tropical Thai island of Koh Lanta, is an eco-friendly haven of tranquility and activity. Every aspect of this private paradise is designed to act in harmony with nature, from its small-scale excursions to its immersive experiences. So, for guests visiting during the "green season", southern Thailand’s lush summer months, this extraordinary 100-acre resort offers almost endless opportunities for adventure.
Many tourists avoid southern Thailand in the green season, but in doing so they miss one of the most magical times of the year, when Mother Nature reveals all her abundant beauty. Flowers bloom, rivers flow and everything appears more vibrant and vivid. For Pimalai’s discerning clientele, who tend to avoid the usual tourist hotspots, there are many inspiring things to see and do during this period, on land and at sea.
Mu Ko Lanta National Park, the marine reserve that surrounds the resort, is closed to visitors for six months from 15th May 2022, to allow the local flora and fauna to be replenished. But lying outside the national park, the island of Koh Talabeng is famous for its sea caves, which create a world of intrigue for kayakers. Intrepid explorers can paddle into hidden caverns to uncover an otherworldly landscape. As one of Thailand’s larger islands, Koh Lanta is also home to rolling hills, forests and waterfalls. A series of hiking trails are suitable for all fitness levels, including a light one-hour route that takes trekkers to Klong Chak waterfall, and a more strenuous two-hour path that leads deep into the island’s interior. A professional guide can be arranged.
For many people however, there is no reason to leave Pimalai at all! With just 121 stylish rooms, spacious suites and breath-taking villas with up to three bedrooms and private pools, every visitor can unwind in blissful seclusion. Named as Southeast Asia’s second best resort in Travel + Leisure’s annual "World’s Best Awards", this heavenly hideaway is also one of only 26 global properties to form part of Small Luxury Hotels of the World’s (SLH) Considerate Collection, an exclusive community of socially responsible and eco-conscious five-star hotels.