Set within Cambodia’s Koh Rong Archipelago, Song Saa Private Island – one of Cambodia’s most premium resorts – is positioned within a protected marine reserve brought to life through the work of its not-for-profit arm, the Song Saa Foundation, creating a rare convergence of conservation and high-end regenerative travel.

Against this backdrop, and as global wellness interest increasingly turns towards sea-based therapies and thalassotherapy, Song Saa Private Island draws directly from its ocean setting to shape a series of immersive, water-connected rituals that flow between spa and wilderness, taking an approach that is less prescribed and more elemental in nature.

Rather than formalising ocean wellness into a single treatment category, the resort integrates marine influence across its wellbeing offering. At Saraan Sanctuaries – the resort’s recently unveiled wellbeing centre – water is both medium and motif. Floating sound healing sessions held in the pool explore vibration through the body in a submerged state, while salt room therapies recreate the mineral density of coastal air.

Signature rituals extend this language of water through marine flora-based treatments, including full-body scrubs, wraps and facials using nutrient-rich sea botanicals, alongside hydrotherapy experiences such as Vichy showers and salt bath rituals designed to recalibrate the body through temperature, pressure and mineral absorption.

This philosophy continues beyond the spa into the rhythm of daily life on the island. Morning yoga unfolds on an open-air deck beside the sea, surrounded by humidity, breeze and horizon, while traditional Buddhist monk blessings incorporate water as a symbol of purification and renewal. Wild swimming, increasingly recognised as a restorative wellness practice, is experienced here in its most unmediated form, with guests moving freely between jungle, shoreline and sea.

Beyond structured wellbeing, the island’s marine environment invites deeper immersion through nature-led experiences. Guests can kayak through mangroves, hike to jungle waterfalls, or explore surrounding reef systems alongside a resident marine scientist. Snorkelling and diving reveal the health and biodiversity of the marine reserve, while coral restoration workshops offer direct participation in reef regeneration led by the Song Saa Foundation.

After dark, bioluminescence illuminates the water, where guided night swims and starlit meditation sessions allow guests to experience the phenomenon in its natural setting beneath an open sky. Together, these experiences reinforce the ocean not as backdrop, but as an active presence within the guest journey.

Importantly, this connection to the sea is underpinned by long-term conservation work. Established in 2013, the Song Saa Foundation has been instrumental in protecting surrounding reef systems and supporting local communities, ensuring the marine environment shaping these experiences is actively preserved and restored.

Founder of both the Song Saa Foundation and the resort, Melita Koulmandas, explains: “From the beginning, our vision was to protect this extraordinary marine environment and allow guests to experience it in a way that is both meaningful and restorative. The ocean here isn’t something we’ve added into the wellness offering; it’s the foundation of it, because it’s the very life blood of our existence. Whether through salt therapies, time spent in the water, or moments of stillness by the shore, there is a natural recalibration that happens when people reconnect with the sea in its purest form.”

In a landscape where wellness trends often lean towards the constructed, Song Saa Private Island offers a more intuitive interpretation, where sea, salt and stillness are not standalone treatments, but part of a deeply embedded relationship with the Koh Rong Archipelago.

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Manish Sharma, Veteran luxury hotelier brings transformative leadership and regenerative vision to Cambodia's luxury private island retreat.

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2^nd March 2026 – Song Saa Private Island, Cambodia’s luxury island retreat is delighted to announce to the appointment of Manish Sharma as its new General Manager. With over 25 years of experience at the helm of some of the world's most celebrated luxury hospitality brands, Manish oversees all operations at the award-winning private island sanctuary.

Manish arrives at Song Saa Private Island from a career defined by transformative leadership at iconic brands including Aman, Six Senses, and Soneva across Asia. His extensive portfolio spans Sri Lanka, Bali, the Maldives, Bhutan, the Seychelles, Vietnam, Thailand, and India. Renowned for his calm, decisive leadership style, he combines deep operational expertise with an unwavering commitment to exceptional guest experiences.

Joining Song Saa Private Island at a pivotal stage of the island’s growth, Manish’s arrival coincides with an exciting new chapter for the resort, marked by the launch of its new wellbeing brand, Saraan Sanctuaries, and a deepening of its long-term conservation and community engagement across Cambodia’s coastal regions.

Under Manish’s leadership, Song Saa Private Island will continue to strengthen its position as a purpose-led luxury destination. This vision is brought to life through the resort's 24 biophilic-designed villas with private infinity pools, Khmer-inspired wellness rituals, and the critical marine conservation work of the Song Saa Foundation—all harmonising barefoot elegance with conscious living.

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Excited to share that Song Saa Private Island is now a certified B Corp! We are so proud of our hardworking, inspiring team whose heartfelt impact and capacity for connection are known to all who visit and work with us. Together, we've learned how to become stewards of these islands and understand the uniqueness of our surroundings. All of this nourishes us with what we need to keep driving for meaningful change. This recognition of our collective efforts is truly heartening and adds more energy to our ongoing growth and improvement. Huge thanks to the B Corp team for their unwavering support, the Song Saa Foundation for their partnership, and countless others.

We are thrilled to share that Song Saa Private Island has won the “3rd Best Country/Beach Property” and “9th Best Spa” by Travel and Leisure, Asia Pacific in 2023. This award reflects our passion for sustainable luxury, ethical hospitality, and immersive Cambodian experiences. We thank our loyal guests for voting for us and our amazing team for creating a carefree paradise for our guests. You are all part of our Song Saa family. We can’t wait to see you again on our beautiful island.

Are you ready for a quick and easy getaway to Song Saa Private Island, the ultimate destination for luxury and privacy? Now you can reach this stunning resort in just 3 hours, thanks to the new expressway from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville.The expressway is a modern and convenient way to travel, with smooth roads, rest areas, and toll stations. No more traffic jams, bumpy rides, or long detours. Just hop on the expressway and take a 45-minute speedboat ride from Sihanoukville to Song Saa Private Island. There you can enjoy exclusive villas, spa treatments, and gourmet dining, surrounded by the beauty of nature. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the wonders of Song Saa Private Island with the new expressway from Phnom Penh.

Song Saa Private Island has partnered with Samra Seaplane to provide luxury seaplane transfer for our guests. This partnership will create an extraordinary and unforgettable travel experience, seamlessly connecting stunning landscapes to our guests.

Song Saa Lounge provides a spacious, and well-lit, with comfortable seating options to relax in, enjoy a refreshing beverage before boarding our Speed Boat to one of the world’s most coveted and remote destinations.