You’re buckled into a bamboo pod dangling up to 12 meters above Thailand’s jungle canopy when a waiter zip-lines toward you carrying fresh omelets and iced coconut water. This isn’t dinner theater—it’s Treepod Dining at Soneva Kiri, where culinary service becomes aerial acrobatics.
Located on Koh Kood’s pristine coastline, this suspended restaurant transforms breakfast into Broadway. The egg-shaped bamboo pod, designed by Dutch firm 24H-architecture, accommodates up to four guests who are electrically lifted into the rainforest canopy while hornbills circle overhead and waves crash below.
Architecture Meets Adventure
Dutch engineering creates a dining room among the monkeys and sea eagles.
The catenary shell design—inspired by Gaudi’s architectural techniques—uses sustainable bamboo construction that sways gently with tropical breezes. Guests follow wooden bridge paths through bouldered coastline before boarding the pod, complete with safety harnesses and cushioned seating that faces panoramic ocean views.
Staff escort you along jungle paths to the launching point, where the pod slowly ascends via rope system. Once elevated, you’re surrounded by cicada symphonies and natural air conditioning courtesy of sea breezes filtering through palm fronds.
Key Experience Details:
- Pod capacity: Up to 4 guests with safety equipment
- Menu focus: Thai-inspired light fare, tropical fruits, continental breakfast options
- Service method: Staff zip-line from tree platforms delivering intact meals
- Booking: Essential reservation through resort only
- Optimal timing: Late morning/early afternoon for best natural lighting
Service That Defies Gravity
Waiters glide along cables while balancing fruit baskets and wine glasses with theatrical precision.
The real magic happens when waiters launch from tree platforms, gliding along cables while balancing fruit baskets, wine glasses, and hot dishes. These aerial servers—described by guests as “modern-day Peter Pans”—have perfected the art of zip-line food delivery without spilling a drop.
Menu highlights include fresh mango platters, made-to-order omelets, cheese selections, and welcome drinks featuring larb with fresh orange juice. Everything arrives intact despite the dramatic delivery method, testament to both staff training and exceptional hospitality standards.
“Most incredible dining experience,” reports one TripAdvisor guest, capturing the sentiment of diners who’ve discovered that sometimes the journey to your table matters as much as what’s on your plate.
Reserve through Soneva Kiri’s concierge – this aerial theater books solid during peak season, when luxury travelers seek Instagram moments that money usually can’t buy.
