Find Glamping Destinations in the Northern Territory
Camping trips across outback Australia are still one of the best ways to explore this vast country, be at one with nature, and connect with yourself once more. A camping trip is also the perfect way to spend time with your partner, your family, and even your friends. The best part of this is you can get away from all the hustle and bustle in the city – all the work, the daily commutes, and most of all, technology.
But camping in the Northern Territory isn’t always that easy. Regional NT can be hard to navigate, and you must always prepare for long, hot days and unforgiving terrain. Fortunately, for those of us who are after the adventure of exploring NT, but still wanting to hold those creature comforts – glamping can offer you that unique experience. You can take to the road, and visit one of the beautifully established glamping sites, and explore the greatness that the Northern Territory has to offer.
There are a lot of reasons why you should visit the Northern Territory; one of them being its diverse scenery. So, if you’re ready to put your glamping shoes on, and start exploring this beautiful country, then here are some of the best glamping getaways in the Northern Territory.
- Longitude 131, Uluru
- Bamurru Plains, Mary River
- Dreamtime Escarpment Glamping, Alice Springs
- Wildman Wilderness Lodge, Mary River
- Squeaky Windmill, White Gums
- Cobourg Coastal Camp, Cobourg Peninsula
- Cooinda Lodge Kakadu, Kakadu
- Banubanu Beach Retreat, Bremer Island
- Kings Canyon Resort, Watarrka N.P.
- Hideaway Litchfield, Rakula
Longitude 131, Uluru
In Australia’s most famous luxury glamping spot, you will have direct views to the famous Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park even while you’re relaxing inside one of the 16 luxury tented pavilions nestled against the dunes; now who wouldn’t want to see this magnificent landscape while camping in style and luxury?
When you’re up and ready for an adventure outside the comfort of your private tent, you can also take the road less traveled, exploring the Park with the lodge’s naturalist guides. You can get a taste of Australia with Longitude 131’s world’s best, tastiest harvest from all over the country.
Then, you can head back to your tent, have a nice, long bath while sipping wine from the complimentary suite-in bar, take in the wonders of the view from the glass doors or the private balcony and sleep under a blanket of stars in a king-sized bed; you can also witness the lights changing on the rock from your balcony!
If you (dare) to miss technology, there is also a built-in Wi-Fi and an iPad filled with entertainment. Just make sure to limit your use of it while you’re here in this beautiful destination.
To complete the comforts of a 5-star hotel, you can also relax and awaken your senses through a spa treatment in their “Spa Kinara”. Here, travellers are in for a relaxing treat indeed!
Of course, your stay in Longitude 131 isn’t exactly cheap, but it’s well-worth every penny for the experience it brings. You are able to glamp in the lodge’s Luxury tent, while truly connecting with Australia’s heartland all at once. You’ll certainly leave this place with wonderful memories and feeling relaxed.
Bookings for Longitude 131 are limited, especially during peak season. So, be sure to book your experience early, so you don’t miss that a once in a lifetime experience.
Bamurru Plains, Mary River
Here in Bamurru Plains, get ready to discover the story of the Top End, and get first-hand experience on life on the floodplain, all while enjoying wild bush luxury. The Mary River floodplain is often compared by other people to the Okavango Delta in Botswana (without the elephants, of course!).
This is a location that is close to the hearts of traditional campers who are looking to experience the spectacle of Kakadu National Park. Bamurru Plains offers you a unique glamping experience that you won’t ever forget.
Expect all the creature comforts when you spend your glamping vacation here inside one of the ten rustic-chic bungalow tents. Each tent is covered with mesh screens so you can sleep peacefully at night without pesky mosquito bites. With the mesh screens, you can experience unique close-to-nature intimacy as you watch the world go by. You can take your connection with nature one step further by detoxing from the world of technology.
Each bungalow is decked out with comfortable organic cotton-linen beds and pillow menus, a large bathroom with high-pressured showers, and adorned with beautiful decorations. Enjoy a unique dining experience with beautifully prepared meals that reflect the local area.
Your hosts are passionate about the local area and the surrounding wildlife, so be sure to take advantage of the many activities available here during your stay. Activities include a boat tour on Sampan Creek where you can see lurking crocodiles, ride quad bikes to take a wildlife safari, a tour to Kakadu National Park, and much more.
Bamurru Plains takes pride and luxury in its location. With over three-hundred square kilometres, up to 20 guests can witness the home to one of the largest crocodile populations in the world.
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Dreamtime Escarpment Glamping, Alice Springs
One of the greatest escapes – 36 kilometres from the stunning Kings Canyon or the Watarrka, the Kings Creek Station screams iconic Australian experience. With their variety of accommodation, (which includes the traditional self-camping, safari tents, and a bush swag camp that are situated on a huge campground), the Dreamtime Escarpment is a must!
The Dreamtime Escarpment’s spacious tents are fitted with quality linens and décor, decked out king-size or twin beds, a private bathroom, a personal coffee machine, a pool, and a deck where you can have your dinner. You will also get a chef to prepare you a delightful three-course dinner on your first night, and pair it with a drink of your choice from your private bar. And after that, you can cook your own three-course barbeque! And yes, ingredients are included.
If you feel like grabbing a light snack or just a cuppa, then Kings Creek Station’s café is the right place for you! Some have said their coffee is legendary and the best in the Territory. Inside the café, there is also an assortment of fresh, home-made delicacies, and during winter, homemade pot pies and other soups are waiting to warm you up.
Kings Creek Station also offers activities such as cultural tours, helicopter rides, and swimming!
Wildman Wilderness Lodge, Mary River
On the border of Kakadu National Park, you will see the Wildman Wilderness Lodge. Kakadu, which measures 20,000 square kilometres is Australia’s biggest land-based national park. It’s where the fantasy of enigmatic waterfalls happens, and where you can witness the beauty of the floodplains and the monsoonal forests. This magnificent destination has been taken care of by indigenous people who have been living there for over 65 years.
The Wildman Wilderness Lodge is situated in the Mary River National park, just on the fringe of Kakadu. The lodge comprises of 10 beautiful air-conditioned habitat cabins, 15 luxury safari tents, a central lodge, a high-end restaurant, a bar, and also a reading area (if you just want to relax and read your favorite book while surrounded by the sounds and tranquility of nature).
Just 40 metres away, you can dip or take a full swim in their infinity pool! It truly is a marvelous glamping escape in a peaceful, breathtaking environment where you can wake up to the sounds of birds and take in the amazing view of the sunrise and sunset which stretch out beyond the horizon.
As much as we all love lounging in the cabins, Wildman Wilderness Lodge offers a variety of adventures, starting from wetlands airboat safari, a culture walk, a full day Kakadu Tour and much more! You can also enjoy more of the wonders of nature by taking a mountain bike ride around the property, participate in cultural activities in their covered pavilion, and nature-inspired board games.
Of course, glamping wouldn’t be complete without the comfort of food. Here in the Lodge, you will taste the best seasonal produce Australia has to offer. For dinner, you can have the platter of “Taste of Kakadu” with buffalo sausages. Breakfast, however, consists of the usual continental breakfast like a simple toast, some cereals, and of course, coffee. They also offer a large selection of wine.
One of its best features, aside from the glamping needs, of course, is that you can rent the place for corporate functions, private events, and even weddings.
Squeaky Windmill, White Gums
In the heart of Central Australia, you will find the Squeaky Windmill situated in the local town of Alice Springs. It is only 15 kilometres from Alice Springs, and is close to the famous Larapinta Trail and the Claypans. It is also just a bike ride away from Simpson’s Gap!
Enjoy the experience of glamping while viewing the local birdlife, witnessing the ever-changing shades of the scenery, and the night stars. Overlook the beauty of the iconic faces of the Western MacDonnell Ranges and the chalky desert – all with a drink in your hand on the front deck of your tent.
The Squeaky Windmill has three Luxury eco-tents (and they have cute names too – Giles, Gosse, and Stuart!) that can hold 2 to 3 people inside. Squeaky Windmill’s Eco Structures Australia tents give you a little taste of your home starting from the simple well-lit bedroom fitted with wooden floors, a bathroom, and a small kitchen area including a toaster, coffee machine, microwave oven, and a tiny refrigerator. You can also grill a barbeque outside of the tent and enjoy a free breakfast buffet each day of your stay.
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Cobourg Coastal Camp, Cobourg Peninsula
Cobourg Coastal Camp is hailed as one of Australia’s finest fishing destinations. This glamping site is the perfect hideaway on the northernmost summit of the Northern Territory mainland.
Offering a unique experience of glamping wilderness, the camp contains 8 safari tents set on a raised deck where you’ll take most of your time eating fresh sashimi, oysters, and drinking gin and tonic as you recall your latest fishing safari while overlooking the Port Essington on your private balcony.
If you aren’t much into fishing, don’t worry, there are still lots of things to do in the camp. You can go on adventures in the Cobourg region with luxurious small-group tours such as the 4WD safari tour that can bring you to Darwin where you can see the Kakadu and the Cobourg Peninsula.
Cooinda Lodge Kakadu
Enjoy the scenery of the Kakadu with the comfort offered at Cooinda Lodge. With its estuary-style atmosphere, Cooinda offers an enticing shaded swimming pool, bistro-style dining, bars, petrol station, free parking, restaurant, bar, laundry, and a shop offering local crafts and a wide selection of touring facilities.
Cooinda Lodge comprises of 16 Superior rooms that come with a queen bed and 32 family rooms with a queen bed and two single beds. The rooms feature classic amenities that glamping has to offer such as a private balcony, air conditioning, tea and coffee-making equipment, ensuite bathroom with shower recess, and much more.
The Lodge also offers brand-new Outback Retreats where you can hang out with your friends and loved ones. The 20 outback retreats are built on an elevated platform nestled on the land. The tents have a solid wall, a front door made from glass, and an outdoor furniture deck. Inside are high-quality mattresses, warmers, and linen.
Banubanu Beach Retreat, Bremer Island
Enjoy a tropical glamping experience next to the world’s finest beaches with 5 sophisticated beachfront rooms and an exclusive elevated penthouse. Each one is fan-cooled, along with ensuites and beachfront decks. You can take in the views of the western bay and the Arafura Sea, all while lounge dining in the bar and restaurant, and lounging in the pool.
You can also enjoy the activities offered such as bluewater fishing, cultural tours, birdwatching, turtle nesting, or you can just relax in paradise in your primitive rooms.
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Kings Canyon Resort, Watarrka N.P.
Kings Canyon Resort is the ideal glamping destination for your holiday to the Red Centre. Located midway between Uluru and Alice Springs just off the Lasseters highway. This is literally the heart of Australia.
Featuring 6 premium glamping tents that blend into the unique Northern Territory landscape. Three tents are set for families with a King bed plus two single beds, while the other three are ideal for couples. Each luxury tent is designed with your comfort in mind. They feature an outdoor deck with seating, a modern lounge and a dining area. They also come appointed with premium linen, a private en-suite bathroom and importantly an air-conditioning system.
Kings Canyon itself and its surrounds are packed full of activities for guests. Some of the activities to enjoy on your glamping getaway are:
- Hiking adventure via the Kings Canyon Rim Walk
- Sightseeing heli-tour over the canyon and outback
- Quad bike ride for the more adventurous
- Indigenous cultural experiences, and
- Sunset viewing platform
Greet the day with the spectacle of an outback sunrise, while listening to the bellbirds from the comfort of your tent. Finally, end your day in the luxury of your glamping tent.
Kings Canyon Resort has a number of dining options available for travellers. Starting with the Desert Oaks bistro for simple pub style meals, to their take on the great Aussie BBQ. For the more upmarket dining experience there is the option of Dining under a Desert Moon.
Hideaway Litchfield, Rakula
If you are looking for a romantic getaway near the beautiful Litchfield National Park, with your significant other, then Hideaway Litchfield is the place for you.
Unlike any glamping sites in the Northern Territory, you can enjoy the luxury and comfort of a two-story shipping container-like tent that gives you the vibe of a modern loft. The “loft” is elevated on a platform decked on earth and is surrounded by native bushes, trees and birds and kangaroos to keep you company. Inside are well-lit warm lights that complement its black exterior, a spacious bathroom, living room, kitchenette, balcony, and of course, a vintage room with glass for walls. This is, indeed, the perfect space to relax after a day of exploring the waterfalls and some of Litchfield’s attractions.
One of the best things about Hideaway Litchfield is that it’s environment-friendly. It operates on solar power during the day time and a generator at nighttime, and the water supply is pumped by the nearby underneath the ground spring, filtered at the main residence, and then the sparkling water is delivered to your cabin.
Choosing The Perfect NT Glamping Vacation
These are just some of the Best Glamping Holidays that the Northern Territory has to offer. If you’re looking for a unique vacation that truly provides real Australian culture, then a glamping holiday in the NT is a must. The best bit is, there’s something here to suit everyone’s taste and budget. From the high-end ultimate luxury experience, down to getting close and personal to nature – you’ll find something that will give you an adventure to remember.
Before heading off on your glamping adventure, we highly recommend that you book well in advance. Domestic holidays in the Northern Territory are becoming more popular, so to avoid disappointment plan your activities, travel and accommodation ahead of time.
When you’re planning your next holiday, consider a domestic trip to the Northern Territory. Glamping does bring camping into a whole new level, especially in this unique and wonderful region. Be sure to visit one of these luxurious glamping sites.
