Glamorous Camping / Glamping

Do you love nature and adventure? Do you like 5 star comforts too? Get a pedicure by the campfire, why not? Top-notch service amidst commanding outdoor environment is the new mantra for Glamping providers. Go horse riding, kayaking, fishing, whatever you desire and come back to a hot shower, a hot meal and a cozy bed with a real mattress.

So let’s see what’s on offer in the world of Glamping.

TREEBONES RESORT IN BIG SUR, CALIFORNIA

If sunsets are your thing, this is the place for you, so bring your camera. Your home will be a 500 sq ft cocoon shaped tent perched on a Cliffside deck overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The tent has a shower; flushing toilet and a king sized bed that will make you reluctant to start on the day’s activities. These could be hiking through the redwoods, kayaking with whales, seals and dolphins, etc.

Best time; all year round. Cost $599 a night.

TIGER TOPS ELEPHANT CAMP IN CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK, NEPAL

Many consider riding elephants a cruel and archaic activity. Tiger Tops Elephant Camp shares this sentiment; instead they take you through the jungle walking with elephants. Here you will learn how elephants behave and communicate in their natural environment. The camp has eleven elephants that are unchained and roam around the camp freely so feel free to socialize with them. Other activities are river and jeep safaris, bird watching, etc. The camp has six well equipped tents.

Best time; March, April, October and November are pleasant months. Cost $160 per person.

SERENGETI & SILVERBACKS TOURING IN EAST AFRICA

This is a 15 day affair. Starts in Kigali, Rawanda and finishes in Arusha in Tanzania. Half of the 15 days will be spent in premium tents and the remaining in hotels, lodges and farms. The highlight of the safari is a four hour trek following gorillas in their natural habitat. The big 5 (animals buffalo, elephant, leopard, lion and rhino) will also make an appearance so have your camera handy.

Best time; May thru to November. Cost $9191 per person.

Hartland - Safari tent in Devon, United Kingdom

Berridon Farm in lovely Devon has 6 tents with each having a double bed, 1 bunk room and one cabin bed. The attractions include the nearby Eden Project http://www.edenproject.com, secret beaches, and the joys of living on a working farm. (Gather your own eggs from the chickens).

Safari tent for 6 persons-150, Best time- summer.

Make sure you carry a multi-currency travel forex card apart form a small amount of the local currency. Foreign exchange for your travels can now be booked at the click of a button at great prices and delivered to your home. It might also be a good idea to pick up a travel insurance while booking your ticket or even while buying forex as you never know when you might need it.