The lush bamboo jungles and enthralling Northern Thai scenery make for perfect days of exploration and adventure in the Golden Triangle. Whether it is a day-long hike, a visit to the hilltribes, or a bicycle ride through beautiful plantations, a rewarding relaxation experience awaits at Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle. Set along the bamboo thickets, the Camp's open-air jungle spa offers guests an opportunity to enhance their outdoor experience by offering a variety of therapies that enhance physical well-being, creating a holistic nature escape that rejuvenates both body and soul. "We're inspired by the mountain botanicals and truly Thai therapies," confirms Camp Manager Paweena Waraha, while Spa Supervisor Jutatip Sakulpanitcharoen adds, "Our outdoor setting offers an opportunity to make a meaningful connection and engage with nature through all your senses."
Rejuvenate After Your Adventure
Jutatip and her team of spa experts have curated a menu of specialised therapies that are perfectly suited for relaxation after a day of adventure in the Golden Triangle. Inspired by bamboo, long considered a symbol of longevity and strength in Asian cultures, the Ruak Bamboo uses a combination of local herbal oils and smooth natural bamboo sticks to target deep-seated muscle tension. "The massage is enhanced with a surprising fresh ginger paste along the spine to warm the skin and soothe the nervous system," she shares. Another signature massage to soothe sore muscles is the Mahout Recovery featuring large poultices infused with camphor, lime, and lemongrass. "These healing poultices are placed under the legs to release lactic acid, providing warmth and comfort to tired muscles," explains Jutatip. For a deeply relaxing experience, the spa supervisor recommends the Lhong Rak Chiang Rai - Couples Connect, which begins with a rejuvenating Cempaka Scrub, followed by a soothing massage or a relaxing bath. "The healing vibrations of warm Tibetan singing bowls enhance your experience as the gentle strikes resonate deeply, and leaving you feeling truly revitalised."
Pampering for Every Mood
The lush tropics of Thailand are renowned for their natural bounty, including indigenous ingredients that offer a unique healing touch. From massage oils and face packs to scrubs, the use of these ingredients helps enhance the therapies with their natural benefits. "The nourishing Champaca Body Scrub with emollient, astringent and antidepressant properties of champaca essential oil is enriched with the vitamins and nutrients of sweet almond oil, while natural jojoba beads and konjac act as non-abrasive exfoliators," shares Jutatip. Another recommendation from the spa supervisor is the Centella Body Scrub, where organic mulberry leaf powder, chlorophyll extract and natural charcoal scrub lend their excellent purifying properties for radiant and glowing skin. "A relaxing blend of rosewood, rosemary and clary sage oil evokes a gentle feeling of wellness in our Spa's natural surroundings," she smiles. Inspired by the region's coffee plantations, the Green Coffee Body Sculpting experience combines lymphatic drainage techniques with the fat-burning properties of organic coffee and chilli oil, effectively reduces bloating, stimulating microcirculation, and promoting a firmer, smoother figure.
Beauty in the Wilderness
Combining certified organics with the expertise of a pharmacist, dermatologist and beauty therapists, the Spa has collaborated with UK's renowned Organic Pharmacy to curate clinically-proven skin solutions. "With products containing up to 99.8 percent organic ingredients, The Organic Pharmacy delivers exceptional results," confirms Paweena, suggesting the Rose Crystal Lymphatic Facial - a deep cleanse followed by a trio of masks designed to decongest, brighten and nourish the skin. "The lymphatic drainage and acupressure massage work to firm your skin and reduce facial puffiness, while a soothing massage of leaves you feeling relaxed, refreshed, and glowing," she adds. Restoring the skin's natural radiance after a day out in the sun, The Light & Bright Facial features a powerful vitamin C and Papaya Enzyme Mask that addresses age spots, pigmentation, and uneven skin tone, while visibly reducing fine lines and enhancing skin texture. "Or simply kickback and treat yourself to a Deep Cleanse Facial utilising natural plant-based ingredients," smiles Jutatip.
"Rejuvenate your body and restore your spirit at the spa," suggests the Camp Manager. "Pamper yourself as our expert therapists harness traditional massage techniques that are designed to resonate with the natural harmony of its jungle setting - a session at the spa will leave you feeling thoroughly relaxed and rejuvenated."