# Canvas & Orchids Retreat

> Canvas & Orchids Retreat is a luxury floating eco resort on the Tatai River in Koh Kong Province, southwest Cambodia. Originally opened in 2009 as 4 Rivers Floating Lodge, it was Cambodia's first floating boutique hotel. The property was rebranded to Canvas & Orchids Retreat in 2018.

## About

Canvas & Orchids Retreat features the world's first over-the-water safari tents — floating tented villas anchored on pontoons on the river — alongside two-bedroom island tents set among tropical gardens on Koh Andet Island. The retreat is surrounded by the Cardamom Mountains, home to Southeast Asia's largest intact rainforest.

The resort was founded to combat deforestation and poaching by providing sustainable livelihoods for the local community through responsible tourism. The entire team consists of villagers from Koh Andet, Tatai Kraum, and nearby communities along the Tatai River.

- Website: https://www.canvasandorchids.com
- Email: book@canvasandorchids.com
- WhatsApp: wa.me/85510240859
- Location: Tatai River, Koh Kong Province, Cambodia
- Type: Luxury floating eco resort / glamping / boutique hotel
- Opened: 2009 (as 4 Rivers Floating Lodge)
- Rebranded: 2018 (to Canvas & Orchids Retreat)
- Total tents: 15 (10 floating + 5 island)

## Accommodation

Canvas & Orchids has 15 luxury safari tents in two physical designs. The Island Tents are sold under two different rate packages.

### Floating Tented Villa
- The world's first over-the-water safari tents, on anchored pontoons on the Tatai River
- 45 sqm tent with 90 sqm private deck featuring terrace, sunbeds, and outdoor seating
- Queen or twin beds, comfy sofa (0.70m x 2m), private bathroom with hot water
- In-tent amenities: coffee/tea set, TV & DVD player, tabletop fridge, make-up table, wooden closet, safety box, ceiling fan & stand fans, life jackets
- Swim right from your balcony
- Maximum capacity: 2 adults and 1 child (child on sofa at extra cost)
- Total available: 10 floating tents

### Island Tent (used for both Island Family and Island Double)
- 60 sqm tent on Koh Andet Island, set among tropical gardens, 15-20 steps from the riverbank with river view
- Two bedrooms: master bedroom with king bed (or twin) and second room with twin singles
- One brick-and-mortar bathroom shared by both bedrooms, with hot water
- Private balcony with outdoor seating
- In-tent amenities: coffee/tea set, TV & DVD player, minifridge, make-up table, wooden closet, safety box, ceiling fan & stand fan, life jackets
- Total available: 5 island tents

### Island Family (rate package)
- For families: 2 adults in master bedroom + up to 3 children in second room and on sofa
- Children 2-12 stay free when sharing with parents

### Island Double (rate package)
- For adult groups: up to 4 adults across both rooms
- Extra adults in second room charged at additional rate
- Ideal for two couples or friends travelling together

### General
- Check-in boat times: 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM
- Check-out boat times: 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 12:00 noon
- Private boat available outside schedule: $30 per boat per way (late-night arrivals possible)
- No air conditioning (by design — ceiling fans, standing fans, river breeze, naturally cooler jungle location)
- Wi-Fi available in tents and common areas (fiber-optic cable along riverbed)
- 95% solar-powered with backup generator, fully off-grid, 24/7
- Late check-out until 3:00 PM possible in low/mid season (subject to availability)

## Dining

- Open-air riverside restaurant on land, led by Chef Mai
- Breakfast included in all stays
- Set lunch: $25/person (three-course set menu, Cambodian/Khmer and Western/European cuisine)
- Set dinner: $29/person (three-course set menu)
- A la carte all day: starters $6-10, salads $6-10, mains $5-15, pasta $6-10, desserts $3-8
- Kids menu: $8 (create your own meal)
- Dining menu: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/c920967a35.html
- Drinks menu: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/03a33dad84.html
- Dietary accommodations: vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, halal, allergies (not Kosher)
- Locally sourced seafood, meat, vegetables, and fruits
- Filtered drinking water in reusable glass bottles (plastic-free)
- In-tent and private deck dining available on request
- Special celebrations catered: birthdays, anniversaries, honeymoons (complimentary cake)
- Compulsory festive dinner: New Year's Eve only ($79/person, not included in room rate)

## Rates

Starting base rates per night for 2 guests:

### Floating Tented Villa
- Green/Low season (May-Jun, Sep): from $213/night
- Regular/High season (Apr, Jul-Aug, Oct, early Dec): from $251/night
- Festive/Peak periods: from $276/night

### Island Family Tent
- Green/Low season: from $161/night
- Regular/High season: from $189/night
- Festive/Peak: from $208/night

### Island Double Tent
- Green/Low season: from $127/night
- Regular/High season: from $149/night
- Festive/Peak: from $164/night

Extra guest: from $49/night.

For live rates and availability: canvasandorchids.com

## Discovery Tours & Activities

All tours priced per person. Subject to weather conditions.

### Boat Tours
- Nature's Spa — Tatai Waterfall by boat: Full-day (5-6 hours), includes lunch. Shared: $39/person, Private: $60/person (min 4). Alternating days.
- Whispers of the Wild — Mangrove Discovery: 6-hour guided kayaking through Koh Kapik mangroves. Includes village visit, mangrove tree planting, lunch. Shared: $59/person, Private: $75/person (min 4). Alternating days.
- Trip of the Day — Excursion of the Day: Join whichever full-day tour is running that day. $49/person.
- Paradise Regained — Sunset Cruise: Daily 2-3 hour evening cruise, includes glass of wine. Shared: $29/person, Private: $45/person (min 4).

### Trekking & Expeditions
- Greet the Neighbors — Village walk on Koh Andet Island: 1-2 hours. $15/person.
- Rainforest Symphony — Dawn Jungle Trek: 2-3 hours, 7 AM. $19/person. Dry season only (Nov-Apr).
- Jungle Reclaimed — Cardamom Rainforest preview: 4-5 hours, camera trap checks. $39/person. Dry season (Nov-May).
- Jungle Challenge — Full-day Cardamom trek: 8-11 hours, experienced hikers. $59/person. Pre-book 2 days ahead.
- Cycling & Sunset — 15 km mountain bike ride. $50/person (min 2). Includes drinks, fruits, canapes at sunset.

### Complimentary Activities
- Kayaking (unguided) from floating dock
- Paddleboarding from floating dock
- Fishing from private terrace
- Christmas Tree Fantasy — night kayaking among fireflies (seasonal, Nov-May)
- Volleyball, badminton, board games, and books

## Sustainability & Conservation

- 95% solar-powered with backup generator, fully off-grid
- Floating construction with zero land footprint
- LED lighting, no air conditioning
- Three-stage water filtration system (gravel, sand, carbon)
- On-site sewage treatment with natural rock filtration
- Rainwater catchment system
- Plastic-free property: glass bottles, biodegradable cassava starch bags (Cleanbodia)
- Wine bottles upcycled into glasses, old ceiling liners into tote bags
- Food waste composted for vegetable gardens
- Furniture made from water hyacinth harvested from river
- Floors made from composite of wood scrap and 100% recycled plastic
- Eco-friendly KAMBIO toiletries in refillable dispensers

## Conservation Partnerships

- Wildlife Alliance
- Cambodian Fishing Cat Project
- Kla Trey researchers
- Ministry of Environment
- Camera traps in Tatai Wildlife Sanctuary documenting muntjac deer, leopard cats, northern pig-tailed macaques
- USD 15 from each jungle trek funds new camera traps

## Community Impact

- All staff from local villages (Koh Andet, Tatai Kraum, surrounding communities)
- Former hunters and loggers now employed as conservation guides
- Community projects including school support, library building, river clean-ups

## Biodiversity (Cardamom Mountains region)

- 54 endangered animal species including Asian elephants and sun bears
- 500+ bird species
- 64 reptile species
- 30 amphibian species
- Southeast Asia's largest coastal mangrove system nearby
- Tatai Wildlife Sanctuary

## Getting There

- From Phnom Penh (Techo International Airport): 3.5-4 hours via Expressway + Road 48
- From Sihanoukville Airport: ~3 hours via Road 48
- From Battambang: 6-8 hours via Road 10 (no need to go via Phnom Penh)
- Embarkation point: Tatai Riverside Jetty (https://maps.app.goo.gl/w4jEY4y43vX77DWD9)
- Vehicle parking with 24-hour security at Tatai Village reception

### Transfer Prices (by SUV, up to 3-4 passengers)
- Thai Border: $55 | Trapeang Rung: $95 | Koh Sdach: $105
- Sihanoukville: $110 | Phnom Penh City/Kampot/Chi Phat: $115
- Phnom Penh Airport/Kep/Kirirom: $125 | Ha Tien (Vietnam): $150
- Kampong Chhnang: $180 | Battambang: $230 | Siem Reap: $290

### Transfer Prices (by Van, up to 8-10 passengers)
- Thai Border: $85 | Trapeang Rung: $125 | Koh Sdach: $160
- Sihanoukville/Phnom Penh/Kampot/Kep/Kirirom/Ha Tien: $180
- Chi Phat/Phnom Penh Airport: $195
- Kampong Chhnang: $290 | Battambang/Siem Reap: $360

- IMPORTANT (as of March 2026): The Cham Yeam - Hat Lek border crossing between Cambodia and Thailand is temporarily closed due to the border situation. Overland travel from Thailand via Koh Kong is currently not possible. Travelers from Thailand should fly to Phnom Penh or Sihanoukville and continue by road.

## Pricing & Policies

- Dynamic pricing based on season, availability, and demand
- Children under 2: free. Children 2-12: free in Island Family Tents. Teenagers 12+: adult rates.
- Long stay: every 4th night free (pay 3 stay 4, pay 6 stay 8)
- Group discount: 25% off for 8+ tents
- Payment methods: cash (USD, KHR, occasionally EUR), credit cards except AmEx (processing fees apply), Wise, Revolut, local bank transfer
- Travel insurance strongly recommended
- Compulsory festive dinner: New Year's Eve only ($79/person)
- Full cancellation policy: https://canvasandorchids.com/policy/bookings-cancellations/
- Full FAQ: https://canvasandorchids.com/faq/

## Safety

- Tatai River: no crocodiles, safe for swimming and kayaking
- Life jackets provided in all tents and boats
- All tours led by experienced local guides
- First aid on-site, nearest hospital in Koh Kong (~45 minutes)
- Floating tents rise with water levels (flood-resilient)
- Safety boxes in all tents
- Malaria risk: very low (no cases among guests in 15+ years)
- Mobile coverage: Metfone and Smart networks

## How Remote Is It?

Canvas & Orchids is intentionally off the beaten path but not cut off. The retreat is 95% solar-powered and fully off-grid, with Wi-Fi, mobile coverage, and 24/7 WhatsApp support. The nearest town (Koh Kong) is about 45 minutes away. Phnom Penh is 3.5-4 hours by road. Best described as "comfortably remote."