THE DATAI

Lie back and soak up the views or head out for some snorkelling, sailing or kayaking. Golfers will love the incredible location of the 18-hole, par-72 Els Club Teluk Datai golf course, complete with clubhouse and café. Don't miss an opportunity to unwind in the forest spa where healing plants and herbs are used.

SUITABLE FOR:

• Couples and families
• Spa and wellness enthusiasts
• Nature lovers
• Sun worshippers

THINGS TO DO AT THE RESORT

• Begin the day with yoga or meditation surrounded by the sounds of the forest
• Unwind on the utterly picturesque crescent beach and dip in the turquoise water of the Andaman Sea
• Sample treatments inspired by ancient Malay healing remedies in the spa
• Participate in a sustainable craft workshop in The Lab
• Embark on watersports such as paddle boarding, snorkelling, kayaking and winsdsurfing
• Select fresh ingredients from the gardens and then return to the kitchen for an interactive cookery class
• Listen to wildlife talks from the resident naturalist at the nature centre
• Enjoy sunset cocktails at the Beach Bar
• Dine on authentic Malaysian cuisine with the rainforest as your backdrop at Gulai House, or on Thai cuisine in the treetops at The Pavilion

THINGS TO DO NEARBY

• Follow the Poet’s Trail through the rainforest or hike to the sparkling waters of Crystal Creek
• Play a round of golf on the superb Els Club course
• Join your naturalist guide on a birdwatching walk, butterfly walk or nature walk across the canopy bridge
• Set out on a mangrove kayaking expedition
• Head out of a leisurely cruise on a traditional Malay schooner