Luxury camping in Cambodia

As summer gets into full swing, there are few better ways to connect with the outdoors than by spending a night in a tent. But as visitors to Glastonbury Festival found out, it’s no longer just leaky canvas and foam mats, as luxury camping has taken hold. We’ve selected our top five glamping destinations.

4 Rivers Floating Lodge, Cambodia

4 Rivers Floating Lodge Indoor 200Spacious tented villas on Cambodia's Tatai river
4 Rivers Floating Lodge

Glamping doesn’t get more scenic than a stay at 4 Rivers Floating Lodge in Cambodia. Perched above the Tatai River striking through the heart of the Cardamom forest, the resort offers tented villas along two stunning piers. The ultimate in luxury, the villas include flatscreen televisions, Wi-Fi internet access and spacious balconies. Gourmet dining, kayaking and river excursions to nearby waterfalls and villages are available, or simply explore the forest on foot in search of the secretive clouded leopard and the endangered Malaysian sun bear.

Sage Safaris, United States of America

Sage Safaris 200Camp in luxury on Montana's Great Plains
Sage Safaris LLC

Sleep under canvas on Montana’s Great Plains with a stay at Sage Safaris’ luxurious tented camp. Huddle around the crackling fire, venture out on horseback or go on a game drive in search of prairie dogs, pronghorn antelope and coyotes. The African safari-inspired tents come complete with a wet room area, wooden floors and beds, while the communal tent offers gourmet dining in the restaurant and a lounge area to relax after a day of activities from fishing and canoeing to clay pigeon shooting.

Somerset Yurts, England

Somerset Yurts 200Relax in a Mongolian yurt in rural England
Somerset Yurts

A touch of Mongolia comes to rural southwest England at Somerset Yurts, an eco-friendly farm retreat on the edge of the rolling Quantock Hills. Each of the yurts comes equipped with a double bed, wood burner and its own barbecue area. During the day, explore the nearby town of Taunton or head further afield to Exmoor, one of 13 designated national parks in England and Wales. Come nightfall, gather around the communal fire and unwind among the tranquil surrounds.

CampSpirit, Netherlands

Camp Spirit 200Escape urban life with a stay on a secluded island
CampSpirit

If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, head to CampSpirit in the Netherlands, where luxury camping options are available on an uninhabited island in the middle of Lake Veluwe (Veluwemeer), around 35km (21 miles) east of Amsterdam. Choose from spacious tents, tepees or yurts on the four-hectare (10-acre) island. A communal area is provided with hammocks and games, while hot shower facilities are also available. Remain on De Kluut Island, venture out onto the lake in a canoe or take the ferry to nearby Flevoland for a number of day-trip options.


Pueblo Barrancas, Uruguay

Pueblo Barrancas 200Stay under canvas on rugged coastal terrain
Pueblo Barrancas

Nestled in vibrant green hills overlooking the deep blue Atlantic Ocean, Pueblo Barrancas offers a range of luxurious camping experiences from yurts and military tents to thatch-topped cabins; each with real beds, a shower area and a minibar. Explore the rugged terrain or head to the nearby coastal town of La Pedrera, northeast of Montevideo, which offers a range of activities including kite-surfing, whale watching and sheltered beaches.
 

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