Canvas & Orchids Retreat is a unique luxury Cambodian eco-lodge located in the Cardamom Mountains.

This collection of floating and on-land tented villas offers a once in a lifetime to experience the beauty and splendour of the Cardamom Rainforest.

The lodge was the first in the world to place luxury tents on floating pontoons and each tented villa has been designed to provide you with the highest levels of comfort, quality and luxury.

Much of the furniture has been crafted from durable water hyacinth plant that grows abundantly in the area and there are private sundecks on each of the floating tent structures. The Island Tents are specifically designed for young families to enjoy.

Within minutes of arrival, you’ll feel the calmness and tranquillity wash over you. Listen to the gentle sound of the river and the orchestral soundtrack of the wildlife – birds, insects, monkeys and perhaps even an elephant if you listen closely enough.

You can spend your days relaxing on your private sundeck, jumping into the refreshing water, kayaking, venturing into the rainforest for tours and activities, and enjoying local and Western-style cuisine.

Chefs at the Canvas & Orchids Restaurant are eager to share some of their local recipes and take great pride in serving recipes that have been handed down through the generations.

There are some great activities on offer. Enjoy a trip downstream in a kayak or join a nature trip with one of the expert guides.

For the adventurous, there are treks through the jungle or up the impressive Ta Kiev Mountain.

One of the most popular relaxing activities is the sunset cruise. This is a magical excursion as you watch the colours of both the sky and the river change before your eyes as the sun slowly disappears. Fireflies start to appear as the final red glow fades on the water, and their energetic, illuminating dance is sure to mesmerise you.