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If you're a green adventurer looking to relax a "million miles from civilization", take a look at these gorgeous photos of the Six Senses Soneva Kiri Resort ^[6] nestled in the Thai jungle. On a recent trip to the resort, Inhabitat friend and Sierra Club Green Home Founder Jennifer Schwab ^[7] explored the idyllic retreat for her piece "No Shoes, No News" ^[8] -- a motto followed by the ultra-relaxed guests and staff. For the off-the-grid adventure Jennifer made her way to the remote island of Koh Kood -- which is only accessible by a small cargo plane and speedboat -- to enjoy all the beautiful scenery and eco-amenities the green resort had to offer, including dining from these amazing Tree Pod treehouse tables which we featured here on Inhabitat. Flip through Jennifer's photos ahead for a peek into what lies deep within the jungle!

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With all the modern conveniences of an up-market resort – including a chocolate cellar, DVD players, and a well-stocked ice-cream store – Soneva Kiri ^[6]is a series of hidden jungle huts designed for total relaxation. Here guests can completely leave their day-to day lives behind, and walk barefoot through beaches and rustic style island walkways among the natural surroundings.

Water management and reclamation, liquid and solid waste removal, and “aqua-ponics” for cultivating food are other environmentally responsible features that guests don’t regularly see elsewhere.

The brainchild of Sonu Shivdasani – an Englishman of Indian descent with an Eton and Oxford education – Soneva Kiri has its foundations in sustainability. Following the “SLOW LIFE ^[9]” mantra – “Sustainable; Local; Organic; Wholesome Learning; Inspiring; Fun; Experiences” – the resort practices sustainable systems and building techniques that include solar power ^[10], local farming production, and a natural habitat and vegetation for flora and fauna. Water management and reclamation, liquid and solid waste removal, and “aqua-ponics” for cultivating food are other environmentally responsible features that guests don’t regularly see.

A saltwater disappearing edge pool and a secluded strip of sand and sea inlet.

The beach villas are beautifully designed. Schwab describes one complete with a saltwater disappearing edge pool and a secluded strip of sand and sea inlet, while Soneva Kiri ^[6]‘s “real” beach has calm waters, comfortable hanging hammocks and kayaks. The resort even hosts outdoor movies and activities such as biking, ping pong, and tennis.

Package deals from Charity Buzz ^[11] range between $500 to $2,500 per day for all-inclusive trips. Flights from the East Coast (NYC) or West Coast (LAX, SFO) to Bangkok are followed by Soneva Kiri ^[6]’s own Cessna Caravan which heads out of BKK airport to the resort.

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+ Six Senses Soneva Kiri Resort ^[13]