Glamping has emerged as a remarkable way for travelers to experience the beauty of the natural world without sacrificing luxury and comfort. Around the globe, unique glamping retreats offer unforgettable experiences in some of the world's most picturesque settings. From Kudhva, a sustainable creative community suspended above the Cornwall coastline, to luxury canvas tents of Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge in Canada that promise mornings with bald eagles and evenings by the campfire, these retreats blend innovative design with stunning natural surroundings. Longitude 131° invites guests to immerse themselves in the raw wilderness of Australia's Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, while Marataba Safari Lodge offers a luxurious safari experience amidst South Africa's majestic Marakele National Park. Meanwhile, Whispering Springs Wilderness Retreat in Ontario, Canada, combines authentic camping with boutique comfort. Each of these glamping destinations is an invitation to unwind and explore amidst breathtaking landscapes.
“Slow living. Sleeping with the owls. Campfires and stargazing. Discovering new horizons. Entering wonderland.”
Kudhva
UNITED KINGDOM
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KUDHVA is a creative community and 100% sustainable glamping site focussed on off-grid living in Cornwall, United Kingdom. Surrounded by willow forests and 180-degrees of the North Atlantic ocean, the unique space also harbours a 40-foot waterfall and a 43-acre slate quarry, presenting full landscape integration. Stay at one of four architectural Kudhvas (‘hideout’ in Cornish), built with larch, glass and steel, and standing 7 metres off the ground. The futuristic treehouses juxtaposed against organic surroundings have been designed with floor to ceiling windows and built to experience both the sunrise and sunset. Those who would like to take sleeping in the wild to the next level can stay in one of five Tree Tents in the willow groves, or the Shanti Tipis with the ocean below. Families and groups can reside at the solar-powered wooden Danish Cabin, suitable for 6 people, with a unique location above a waterfall. Kudhva’s essence of wellness, adventure, nature, and design, combined with its one-of-a-kind accommodation offers a surreal and unparalleled nature experience.
Clayoquot Wilderness Resort
CANADA
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Nestled in the heart of British Columbia's pristine Clayoquot Sound UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the Clayoquot Wilderness Resort is a remarkable destination for those seeking an immersive natural experience. This eco-friendly resort offers luxurious, safari-style accommodations amid lush temperate rainforests, calm inlets, and rugged coastline. The resort's tents, or "Ensuite Bedrooms," provide a unique blend of rustic elegance and comfort, with plush furnishings and cozy wood-burning stoves. Surrounded by old-growth cedar and hemlock trees, guests can enjoy the sounds of nature right outside their canvas walls, fostering a deep connection to the wilderness.
What sets Clayoquot Wilderness Resort apart is its dedication to protecting and conserving the environment. This commitment extends to its wildlife conservation programs, habitat restoration projects, and adherence to Leave No Trace principles. Guests can engage in nature-based activities like wildlife viewing and coastal restoration projects, furthering their understanding and appreciation of the region's ecological significance. All of these efforts, combined with a world-class culinary program, exemplary guest services, and unforgettable wilderness adventures, create a harmonious blend of luxury and environmental stewardship. Clayoquot Wilderness Resort is a true pioneer in sustainable tourism and an ideal choice for those seeking an eco-friendly retreat immersed in nature's splendor.
Longitude 131
AUSTRALIA
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Welcome to the raw majestic wilderness of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Australia. Longitude 131° is a luxury resort standing at the foot of Australia’s most recognizable natural sights - Uluru (Ayers Rock) and the sacred red mounts of Kata Tjuta (The Olgas). Choose one of the fifteen luxury tents on stilts, all with stunning views of Uluru, designed to keep you cool in summer and warm in the winter. Relax beneath the canopy roof, at the resort's library where you can read about ancient explorers after a day full of adventure. Cool off in your personal oasis in the outdoor swimming pool. This is the ultimate wilderness luxury experience.
Marataba Safari Lodge
SOUTH AFRICA
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Marataba Safari Lodge sits on open plains and is surrounded by the Waterberg Mountains inside the Marakele National Park. Choose between 15 beautiful canvas-and-stone suites, each with a private viewing deck, a free-standing stone bath and an outdoor shower. Take advantage of the dramatic scenery of the red sandstone mountains and the river below. The main lodge has a large fireplace, to exchange stories by, a swimming pool to cool off during the day and numerous hammocks in the trees. Marataba offers an opportunity to see animals rarely seen anywhere else, because of its location in the transitional zone between the western and eastern regions of South Africa.
Whispering Springs
CANADA
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Whispering Springs Wilderness Retreat is a boutique glamping destination in Northumberland County, Ontario, surrounded by Canadian wilderness of dense forests and Lake Ontario. Enjoy an authentic camping experience, combined with the luxury of a hotel. Stay in one of the log-framed safari tents complete with stand-alone soaker tubs, king sized beds, and private outdoor areas or one of the bohemian-inspired bell tents nestled amongst cedars & pines. Enjoy the retro Canadiana design and the close proximity to nature; cool evenings by the fire and hot days by the saltwater pool; morning yoga overlooking the ponds. Feel good about your stay as Whispering Springs works hard to protect the integrity of the land as well as diminish their environmental foot print.
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