Writer Patricia Cuni
The “Glamping” is the fusion of two words “Glamour” and “Camping” and lives up to its name. This tourist trend is more fashionable than ever among those who want to enjoy the wonders of nature without giving up the luxury and comfort of a five-star hotel.
We bring you our selection of the best glampings in the world.
1. AFRICA
Tena, five-star tents in Zambia.
Located in Zambia’s spectacular South Luangwa National Park, Tena is the perfect finishing touch to any safari. Among lush trees and along the riverbank, each of its six spectacular “rooms” is the fruit of a dream. It was the first camp of the Robin Pope Safaris company and has become an essential destination if you want to live an authentic Glamping experience. And if you don’t believe us, wait until you see the hippos soaking or the lions drinking in the Luangwa River. The icing on the cake is dinners under the stars of the African night.
Tena, Robin Pope Safaris
South Luangwa National Park
Zambia
http://www.robinpopesafaris.net/camps/tena-tena.php#overview
E-mail: info@robinpopesafaris.net
Price: From 605 dollars/night per person.
2. CANADA
Canadian wilderness in its purest form at Clayoquot Wilderness Resort
Clayoquot Nature Resort is a natural paradise on Victoria Island, 45 minutes by private seaplane from Vancouver, Canada. But it is so much more. Its 20 luxury tents blend into a setting of lush forests and spectacular scenery. With central heating (important to combat the Canadian cold), huge and very comfortable beds, bathrooms cared for in detail … We recommend you try those that are located on elevated wooden platforms, as if they were a “Robinson Crusoe” village. A perfect place to escape and disconnect… or to reconnect with the natural environment.
Clayoquot Wilderness Resort
PO Box 130, 380 Main Street
Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0
Canada
E-mail: sales@wildretreat.com
Price: From 4,700 Canadian dollars per person 3 nights (minimum stay).
3. AUSTRALIA
Sleeping like a king in the Australian Outback in Longitude 131
If the movie “Australia” stole your heart, staying in any of the tents of Longitude 131 will make you dream. In the center of Australia, in the middle of the Outback and overlooking the imposing Mount Uluru (or Ayers Rock) is an incredible place of aspect almost lunar. Sleeping in one of its fifteen luxury tents elevated on the reddish dunes of the Australian desert is possibly one of the most pleasant experiences you can live. At nightfall, among legends and stories, the bright stars will illuminate the most romantic dinners.
Longitude 131
Contact: http://longitude131.com.au/contact-us/
Price: US$ 1,100/night for the luxury double tent (minimum stay 2 nights).
4. EUROPE
Prime Treehouses in Chewton Glen
Who said that a treehouse had to be simple? Well, either they were wrong or they didn’t know about these wooden wonders hidden in the English countryside. The tree houses of Chewton Glen rise above the ground elegant and modern, complete with all the luxuries you can imagine. From your balcony and large windows it is easy to connect with nature. Romantic to the max, in this little paradise you can also enjoy beauty and relaxation treatments to help you enjoy the moment.
Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa
New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 6QS
England, United Kingdom
E-mail: reservations@chewtonglen.com
Price: from £545 / night
5. USA
Sleeping in a luxury teepee in Yellowstone
Imagine waking up to the sounds, sights and smells of nature in one of the most spectacular places in the world… and inside a typical Indian teepee but with all the luxuries. These peculiar tents will allow you to enjoy Yellowstone National Park in a unique way… and with all five senses. Each of the tipis has all the comforts you could wish for, and they are available in various sizes to suit the needs of the traveler.
890 Buttermilk Creek Rd.
West Yellowstone, MT 59758
USA
http://www.mtundercanvas.com/glamping.html
E-mail: info@mtundercanvas.com
Price: From US$95 to US$425 / night
6. LATIN AMERICA
Luxury geodesic domes at Torres del Paine
At EcoCamp Patagonia everything is designed to be environmentally sustainable. And it could not be less, since this first class geodesic dome resort is in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park. They have 25 that are used as rooms, and three communal ones in which to enjoy the local gastronomy or devise the next adventure. Your trip to Patagonia will be even more unforgettable if you spend at least one night here.
Latitude: 50º57’46.95”S – Longitude 72º51’49.80”W – Elevation: 175m
Chile
E-mail: info@ecocamp.travel
Price: From US$ 1,430 / person (for 4 days of accommodation, full board and excursions).
7. ASIA
The wooden hut with the best view in Thailand
Located on the southern tip of Ko Yao Noi and surrounded by rice fields and palm trees, Koyao Island Resort is a true paradise. Your wooden cabin has access to 200 meters of private beach overlooking the neighboring islands of Ko Yao Yai and Ko Kalat. In the middle of nature but with all the luxuries you deserve, you won’t want to go home. And even if you get tired of the views, there’s so much to do in the area (and so many islands to explore) that you’re sure to never get bored.
24/2 Moo 5
Koh Yao Noi, A. Koh Yao
Phang Nga 82160
Thailand
E-mail: reservations@koyao.com o info@koyao.com
Price: From US$252 per person/night
8. MIDDLE EAST
Bedouins for a few days at Discovery Bedu Bespoke Hideaways
Although glamping is still not too popular in the Middle East, in the reddish sands of the Jordanian desert we find Discovery Bedu Bespoke Hideaways tents. Located in a remote and secluded place, they blend in with the environment to provide you with a stay worthy of a tale from the “Thousand and One Nights”, especially if the full moon illuminates Wadi Rum and the Valley of the Moon lives up to its name. The local cuisine will melt in your mouth and, the rest of the time, you can discover how the Bedouin tribes live, go on excursions in all kinds of vehicles (from camels to airplanes) or stargaze with a professional astronomer.
Jordan
E-mail: info@bespokehideaways.com
Price: starting at $990/night for two adults (meals included).
These are just some of the many glamping resorts on the planet. In reference websites like Glamping.com or GlampingHub.com you will find more information and accommodations in very chic natural environments. Go taking note and preparing the suitcase and put a point of glamor to the campsite.
