Discover the
Cardamom Mountains

Within the Cardamom Mountains lies one of Southeast Asia's last intact wilderness sanctuaries — 2.5 million hectares where nature remains as it has for millennia. Here, transformation is not promised. It is inevitable.

Our Villas

Cambodia's first luxury wellness resort within the Cardamom Mountain Area, offering transformational retreats in one of Southeast Asia's last pristine wilderness areas.

A Landscape
Beyond Compare

The Cardamom Mountains are recognized globally as one of the planet's most significant biodiversity hotspots. Stretching across southwest Cambodia, this wilderness encompasses montane rainforests that rise from sea level to peaks exceeding 1,800 meters, intercepting moisture-laden monsoon winds that deliver between 3,800 and 6,000 millimeters of rainfall annually.

The result is an ecosystem of extraordinary vitality: over 450 bird species navigate canopies that soar forty meters high. Sixty-two species on the IUCN Red List—including Asian elephants, clouded leopards, and the critically endangered Siamese crocodile—find refuge here. Recent camera trap studies have documented 108 species, many found nowhere else on Earth, including the Samkos bush frog with its remarkable green blood and turquoise bones.

This is not wilderness that has been restored. It is wilderness that has never been lost—protected for over twenty years through one of conservation's greatest success stories, with 75,000 animals rescued and 130,000 snares removed from these forests.

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Exploration Within Sanctuary

Samanea's location offers direct access to experiences that exist nowhere else in Cambodia. Guided by experts who understand this ecosystem intimately, you may explore:

  • Pristine Waterfalls
  • Montane Rainforest
  • Organic Farms
  • Conservation in Action

Every excursion is private, guided, and calibrated to your interests—whether you seek quiet contemplation, cultural immersion, or the thrill of discovering a landscape few have witnessed.”

Pool lounge

Samanea is set in the untouched Cardamom Mountains, one of Southeast Asia’s last great wilderness areas. We offer direct access to pristine rainforests, waterfalls, and our organic farms. This location makes every stay both exclusive and deeply connected to nature.

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Elevated
Experiences
in the Cardamoms

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Helicopter flying

Transportation

Your journey
starts from
the airport pickup

From the moment you arrive, your adventure unfolds—choose between a scenic helicopter transfer or a comfortable luxury van journey.

Luxury Van

Enjoy a curated journey with a cultural stop and a refreshing pause, making your transfer as memorable as your stay.

Helicopter

Soar above Cambodia’s breathtaking landscapes and arrive at the resort in less than an hour.

Your Private Oasis Awaits

Unlock unique experiences and special packages tailored for your luxurious getaway at Samanea.