Find Glamping Destinations in Tasmania
Do you love the idea of spending the weekend with nature but still want to enjoy having the comfort of your home or the luxury of a hotel room? Whilst most of us love spending time in the great outdoors, not everyone is a camper at heart. If your idea of living at one with nature doesn’t involve cold showers, insects and creepy-crawlies, or sleeping on thin mattresses on the ground, then you might want to consider glamping instead of regular camping.
Glamping provides you with the creature comforts for those wanting to escape their everyday life and explore the wonders of Tasmania has to offer. The word glamping is a combination of the words “glamorous” and “camping”. It is a form of camping that allows you to experience the outdoor living lifestyle, while still keeping your typical hotel amenities.
Located in the southernmost part of Australia, Tasmania is known for having the cleanest air in the world. It boasts dense rainforests and 18 national parks. Some of Australia’s world-famous beaches are located in Tasmania.
The great thing is, you can experience the beauty of Tasmania without sacrificing your comfort through various glamping sites scattered around the island state. Tasmania offers a diverse landscape and whatever type of nature you prefer, there is a glamping site available that will likely suit your personal travel needs. Here are some of the best glamping holidays in Tasmania.
- Bay of Fires Bush Retreat, Binalong Bay
- Scamander Sanctuary Holiday Park, Scamander
- Glamp Sandridge, Boat Harbour Beach
- Wingtons Glamping, Tamar Valley
- Truffle Lodge, Gretna
- Southwest Wilderness Camp, Cambridge
- Huon Bush Retreats, Huon Valley
- The Maria Island Walk, Maria Island
- Bruny Island Long Weekend, Hadspen
- NRMA Holiday Park, Port Arthur
Bay of Fires Bush Retreat, Binalong Bay
If you prefer sand, sea, and salt in your hair, Bay of Fires Bush Retreat is definitely for you. The Bay of Fires Bush Retreat is located at the southern entrance to the Bay of Fires and just two minutes away from picture-perfect Binalong Bay. Bay of Fires is one of the most scenic places in Tasmania and is known for its white beaches, blue water and orange-hued boulders. Lonely Planet has dubbed Bay of Fires as one of the hottest destinations in the world. The stretch of the beach goes on and on. With so much natural beauty and small secluded beaches, it is a favorite of holiday goers.
Bay of Fires Bush Retreat’s accommodation includes Bell Tents, The Bunk House and The King Room. Bay of Fires Bush Retreat has a fully equipped kitchen where guests can cook for a holiday feast or even just a simple breakfast. If you prefer a more relaxed option, you can pre-order gourmet platters or breakfast prior to your arrival. If you are travelling with a group and don’t like the hassle of preparing food for a lot of people, Bush Retreat has its own live-in chef to help take your group’s glamping experience a notch higher.
Aside from its picturesque beauty, there are a number of activities to do and see in the area. Binalong Bay is perfect for surfing, snorkelling, swimming, long beach walks, and fishing. If you feel like doing a more relaxing activity like a yoga or massage session on your vacation, just inform the hosts as they are well connected to local businesses in the area.
Scamander Sanctuary Holiday Park, Scamander
Scamander is a popular beach town in the East Coast of Tasmania and the Scamander Sanctuary Holiday Park is the perfect base to do some East Coast exploring. It is in the middle of Bay of Fires and Bicheno, so you can either drive up north or down south for some exploring. You can visit the Peron Dunes up north, which is popular for all types of vehicle recreational activities.
Down north, you can visit the township of Bicheno where you can book penguin tours. The surrounding area in the park itself is calming and perfect for relaxation in case you just want to stay in. You can even hear the crashing of waves right from your tent. Scamander Sanctuary Holiday Park was awarded by Lonely Planet as a “Top Pick” accommodation in 2015.
Scamander Sanctuary Holiday Park has three types of accommodations that fit families, couples and solo campers. Their 3 bedroom deluxe safari tents and self-contained safari tents each have a kitchen on their own, while the kitchen for guests staying in the Bell Tents can cook in the communal kitchen. They have communal laundry areas as well with large commercial washers and dryers.
Glamp Sandridge, Boat Harbour Beach
If you want to escape into the wilderness and prefer the background of the Tasmanian bush, Glamp Sandridge offers a different kind of glamping experience. Glamp Sandridge is in the midst of 500 acres of rich forest, where you’ll find wombats, wallabies, wine, cheese, fairy lights, and cosy campfires.
Glamp Sandridge is a little village of 8 luxury tents in the forest of Sandridge Estate. Each tent has a queen-sized bed set up with luxurious linen, lovely carpet, rugs and bean bags. Glamp Sandridge has a modest kitchen with grillers for your barbecue dinner party needs. In the center of the village is a cosy fire pit surrounded by comfy chairs for evening conversations or to simply stare at the Milky Way.
Sandridge Estate is also a popular venue for weddings with a rustic Bohemian theme. If you book the estate for your wedding, you get the whole property for 3 days – the luxury tents included! A perfect way for making your wedding a holiday for friends and family.
If you’re after a quick change of scenery, head down to Boat Harbour Beach. Boat Harbour Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Australia and is just 5 minutes away from Glamp Sandridge. If you happen to go glamping in October, you should visit the nearby town of Wynyard as they celebrate their annual Tulip Festival.
Wingtons Glamping, Tamar Valley
Go back in time and experience the glamorous safari-style camping in the 1930s. Indulge yourself in glam and luxury with Persian carpets, the finest Egyptian cotton linens, fur throws, queen-sized beds and vintage steamer trunks.
The tent interior reminds you of the grand touring that wealthy gentlemen did in the 1930s. Each tent comes with its own ensuite private bathroom, a private dining deck and a fire pit. Cooking and dining utensils, an icebox, and Baby Weber Q BBQ is available for every tent.
On the campsite itself, you can spend your morning swimming and kayaking in the river and spend your nights watching a movie projected on your tent wall. Nothing feels more glamorous than being in a secluded posh tent next to nature.
Wingtons Glamping is in the heart of the Tamar Valley and is right on the banks of the Tamar River. The Tamar Valley has 32 award-winning wineries and counting. If you are up for exploring the area, book yourself a wine-tasting tour to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of the valley.
Up north is Beauty Point where families can go to the Seahorse World, a home dedicated to seahorse breeding and conservation. The famous Platypus House is also located in the Tamar Valley and is the only place in Australia where visitors can watch the Tasmanian platypus up close.
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Truffle Lodge, Gretna
If you’re looking to totally disconnect and be at one with nature but still want the lavishness of a hotel room, Truffle Lodge should be at the top of list. Truffle Lodge boasts a 5-star hotel under canvas. Each safari tent has a large ensuite bathroom with bath, leather & canvas lounges, hammocks and portable sun lounges. All of these fitted into a luxurious 81 sq. metre space.
Unplugging is a luxury you’ll experience at Truffle Lodge as their tents don’t include TV or Wi-Fi. The Lodge, which is a combination of three farm sheds, is a space where guests can gather together to socialize. You can spend your breakfast and morning coffee here or enjoy evening conversations around the outdoor fireplace.
Even though there are no cooking utensils in the luxury tent, the Lodge offers hearty meals. Cards, board games and various puzzles are also available at The Lodge. If you’re looking for some adventure, you can go biking around the area and do some wildlife spotting. You can also swim, fish or kayak in the nearby river.
The town of Gretna is quite small, but you’ll find there’s a lot to do in the surrounding area. Truffle Lodge is about an hour’s drive to The Wall of Wilderness. The Wall of Wilderness is a sculpture depicting the history, hardship and perseverance of the people in the Central Highlands. You can also drive to Mt. Field National Park, Tasmania’s oldest and most accessible national parks. Russell Falls is the most visited spot in the park and is also one of Tasmania’s most photographed places. It was even on Australia’s first stamp!
Southwest Wilderness Camp, Cambridge
Are you and your friends or family looking to explore something different than your usual vacation? Experience the total Tasmanian remote wilderness through Southwest Wilderness Camp. It is a multi-day exclusive guided camp perfect for groups of 8. The guided camp already includes meals for the three day journey showcasing the best produce and wine that the region has to offer.
Going to your base camp alone is already half the fun. The camp does not have walking trail access and the only way to get there is through a twin engine Islander aircraft. During the flight, you’ll feel like you’re in a Jurassic Park movie. The south-west wilderness of Tasmania is unlike any other place on earth. You’ll fly above Southwest Natural Park and follow the south coast through various landscapes of rainforest, beaches and mountain ranges. Once the air tour is done, you will land on Melaleuca and board another vessel going to your base camp. The next couple of days will be bursting with a lot of activities exploring the Southwestern area of Tasmania.
Despite this tour being a jam-packed and adventurous experience, you won’t be without comfort and luxury. Each room has a queen size bed with luxurious linen. Shared toilets and hot showers are also available. The experienced guides can cook too! Be sure to expect a filling and hearty feast of the region’s local produce and wine.
What makes this guided tour attractive is the exclusivity and the remoteness it brings to its visitors. The experience of being flown to the middle of a lost world is what excites all guests to this adventure.
Huon Bush Retreats, Huon Valley
Huon Bush Retreats is an environmental glory on its own. They take their environmental responsibility very seriously, and have even won several awards for it. Every single thing in the retreat has been thoroughly thought of to help minimize carbon footprint. The whole retreat is solar powered. Each cabin has its own compost bins and composting toilets. Their water comes from natural sources and they have an efficient water system where no water comes to waste.
This retreat is in its most natural setting with each contemporary cabin having its own unique bush setting. One cabin is situated within a fern glade, one is within a Silver Wattle grove, another one is perched in a cliff top, and one is placed next to a small mountain stream. If you prefer a less spacious accommodation, you can opt for a small homely tepee. All cabins have a fully equipped kitchen, while guests staying in the tepees can use the communal kitchen.
Since the retreat is within Mount Misery Habitat Reserve, expect a lot of nature walks, wildlife spotting and bird watching activities. Huon Bush Retreats also offers private tours around the Huon Valley.
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The Maria Island Walk, Maria Island
Maria Island Walk is the winner of the 2019 Qantas Australian Awards in Ecotourism and it’s not surprising that they won. In the 1970s, a number of threatened species were released on Maria Island, and it has been dubbed as Tasmania’s Noah’s Ark ever since. Now, part of the allure of The Maria Island Walk is the exceptional wildlife that lives in it.
You can observe the Tasmanian devil, wombats, Forester kangaroos, wallabies, Cape Barren goose and other rare birds in their natural state.
This is a four day walk, that will provide you with memories that will last a lifetime. This guided tour is private as it allows up to ten guests only. During the day, feast your eyes in beautiful scenery, untouched white sand beaches, spectacular peaks, thick forests, and amazing wildlife. At night, get ready to bathe in luxury as you dine in three course gourmet meals matched with Tasmania’s best wine.
Accommodations are in elegant African style camps that are designed to leave less environmental footprint. On the last night, you get to stay at the beautifully restored Bernacchi House that dates backs to 1880.
Bruny Island Long Weekend, Hadspen
Bruny Island is home to the endangered forty-spotted pardalote and 12 of Tasmania’s endemic bird species. Bruny Island’s landscape includes rugged coastlines, long beaches and thick eucalyptus forests. In addition to that, Bruny Island is a food haven. Feast yourself in artisan cheese, oyster, berries and wine. All of these are offered under the Bruny Island Long Weekend guided tour. You’ll also have access to Bruny Island’s lesser known gems when you book this guided tour.
Your days will be spent walking and exploring the coast of Bruny Island and hikes around thick forests. Part of the tour experience is shucking oysters straight from the water. In the afternoons, after a long day of walking, sit back and relax as your guides cook the best produce that Bruny Island can offer.
At night, be ready to wash your tiredness away as you settle into your luxurious tents complete with king beds and fine linen. An additional benefit of glamping is access to a nice hot shower to help refresh you from the day. Know what the best part of your camp will be? A chance to see the rare Aurora Australis – a memory that will last you a lifetime.
NRMA Holiday Park, Port Arthur
The town of Port Arthur is a popular tourist destination in Tasmania because of its rich history. It is the site of one of the 11 remaining Australian Convict Sites during the British Empire. What made Port Arthur even more popular are the circulating ghost stories about the remaining prison ruins. Ghost tours are a popular activity in the area.
The location of NRMA Port Arthur Holiday Park is just minutes away from this historic site, making it an ideal base for your historical tours. Due to its excellent service and wonderful amenities, NRMA Port Arthur Holiday Park has been introduced to the Tasmanian Tourism Hall of Fame in 2019.
Once you’re done visiting the local attractions, you can relax and enjoy the various amenities that the park has to offer. Its accommodations range from 2 bedroom cabins, studio cabins, safari tents and bunkhouses.
All these have their own kitchen and bathrooms. The safari tents (including the star-gazing safari tents) offer a king size bed, heating and air conditioning, full bathroom facilities, lounge area with a TV, along with your own private bbq.
There is never a shortage of things to do in the camp. The park has its own playground area and recreation room where various activities are available. You can use the park’s pump track and hire their pedal go karts for your kids.
Choosing The Perfect TAS Glamping Vacation
We all need a little bit of rest and relaxation in our lives. It is important to wind down from time to time and sometimes a quick weekend getaway is all we need. A good alternative for us city folk is a memorable glamping trip to Tasmania.
The health benefits of nature and outdoor activities are endless both for our physical state and our mental state. The great thing about glamping is that you get all the benefits of camping, along with a few creature comforts to help you relax just that little bit more.
Have a little escape from the hustle and bustle, and book that secluded Tasmanian glamping site you’ve been eyeing. The unique landscape of Tasmania will really help to heighten your glamping experience. Once you experience glamping, you’ll be back wanting to book your next trip
