You’ll find the beautiful Coneac Valley less than 20 minutes from the charming town of Gloucester, on the Barrington Coast. Pass rolling pastures dotted with cows and sheep that speckle the folds of the valley like balls of lint. The riverfront eco glampsite is adults only and the ultimate retreat for couples. Walk along the river, share stories around the campfire and nab one of the UTVs to motor to the many secluded picnic spots on the property. Want to self cater? There’s a custom kitchenette and Weber BBQ. amarooescape.com.au

Download the SkyView app so you can identify the stars, planets and constellations from the comfort of your Bubbletent Australia glampsite overlooking Capertee Valley halfway between Mudgee and Lithgow in NSW. You’ll literally be in a bubble in the luxury tents where you can command the climate at the touch of a button. Soak outdoors in the wood-fired bathtub as the colours of autumn light up the landscape. R0ast marshmallows around the fire pit in winter. And deploy the telescope for a spot of stargazing. bubbletentaustralia.com

Glamping is the go if you’re not as ninja as you used to be. Urban dwellers should consider a staycation at Cockatoo Island for the ultimate budget-friendly harbourside views. Sure, you can pitch your own tent. But there are also deluxe camping packages on offer so you can spend the night under canvas with all the creature comforts. Glamping in the heart of Sydney harbour is made even more magical when the city gets a glow-up during Vivid Sydney. Note: there is a campground cinema in the convict precinct with movies screening every night for campers. harbourtrust.gov.au

Send out a cooee from the Cicada Luxury Camp and it will echo into the emptiness. A long weekend jaunt to Jerrara might include a side trip to nearby Kiama or a family outing to Jamberoo. Let the slanting sunlight bolster your spirit during a soak in an outdoor woodfired hot tub at one of the two superior dome tents. The NSW South Coast property also has two premium safari tents and two luxury bell tents. cicadaluxurycamping.com.au

If the soundtrack at Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary was subtitled it might say: ‘Frogs croaking. Birds screeching.’ Breathe in the crisp coastal air from the deck of your glamping tent at Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary which has 20 safari-style tents onsite. The tents are set amid eight hectares of bushland that provides habitat for resident koalas and is fringed by Worimi Conservation Lands and a section of One Mile Beach. portstephenskoalasanctuary.com.au

Travel along the yaw of Murramarang Road as it curls toward Bawley Point to find Bangalay Retreat. The beachfront bush property has five genuine African safari tents onsite, all placed apart to maximise the feeling of seclusion. Each tent has a kitchenette and ensuite as well as a communal kitchen and dining deck. Bangalay Retreat is one of the best glamping sites for surfers as it’s close to some of the NSW South Coast’s best breaks. bangalayretreat.com.au

Stave off the mind-numbing humdrum of the highway by pulling into 8 at Trinity for a power lunch on your way to Kookaburra Ridge. Despite being just 90 minutes’ drive from Sydney, it feels as if the forest has closed the door behind you when you arrive at the Into the Wild escape in Wyee, near Lake Macquarie. The two spacious bell tents sleep eight, which makes Kookaburra Ridge perfect for a getaway with family and friends. intothewildescapes.com

The boutique-y Faraway Domes are exclusive one-bedroom geodesic domes just 30 minutes north of Warialda in Northern NSW. Enjoy a slow stay in one of the two geodesic domes that are positioned around the 3642-hectare property. The Munsie family launched the glamping accommodation in 2018 in an effort to diversify and survive the long-term effects of the drought. Experience rural Australia at its finest in the secluded domes that have king-sized beds and ensuites, and are fitted out with upcycled timber furniture. farawaydomes.com

Forget the flies and heat of summer. Winter glamping in NSW is all about bundling up in in a bell tent in absolute comfort and luxury. Yes, you’ll see cattle and sheep grazing in the countryside at Glenayr Farm. But you don’t have to breach the perimeter of your glamping tent if you prefer to stay buried under layers of plush blankets reading the latest Liane Moriarty. Save your energy for stargazing at the property, which offers expansive views of the night sky. glenayrfarm.com.au

Switch your phone to silent to avoid the six o’clock shock. You won’t want anything to disturb your magical night of slumber at Mudgee Retreats, which is committed to a mindful approach. This winter glamping getaway with a difference is popular with everyone from corporates to couples who are conscious about reducing their carbon footprint. The retreats are designed to be energy efficient and feature king-size beds, ensuites, tea- and coffee- making facilities and a mini bar. parklandsresort.com.au

Watch the ripples whisper along the dam as the ducks come into land from the comfort of your eco tent at Evamor Valley near Mudgee. All six tents at the exclusive adults-only retreat have their own private hot tub and are positioned to overlook the dam and jetty. Pop the question after enjoying a candlelit dinner on the jetty that juts out over the tinted water of the dam. BYO walking shoes for a self-guided hike around the working farm. evamorvalley.com.au

Wilderluxe Lake Keepit hard-launched its relationship with the NSW wilderness in April 2025. As well as offering opportunities for adventure and indulgence, the new initiative from Reflections Holidays is also a certified social enterprise. Enjoy the vastness of the night sky from the comfort of your Star Tent, which is pegged into a perch looking out over the lake. Guests will also enjoy a Big Sky Dinner as part of the Wilderluxe Lake Keepit experience as local Kamilaroi man, Uncle Len Waters, offers an Indigenous perspective of the night sky. wilderluxe.com.au

Squint into the wilderness around Paperbark Camp at night and your mind may not register the tented accommodation. Wait for your eyes to adjust and then follow the orange light glancing off the gums around The Gunyah treetop restaurant, where you’ll also find reception. Children 10 years and over are welcome at Australia’s OG luxury safari camp, which has Advanced Eco Accreditation. All tented accommodation features cotton sheets and an open-air private ensuite. paperbarkcamp.com.au

Want to be close to nature but well, you know, not that close? The countryside stretches all around the glamping tents at The Cove, which is just a 20-minute drive from Jervis Bay and Hyams Beach. The Shoalhaven property is the perfect set-up for extended gathos with family and friends as it’s set up with communal kitchens and bathrooms and an outdoor dining area. thecovejervisbay.com.au

Those on a road trip from NSW to Victoria will appreciate the opportunity to stop and revive at Tilba Lake House, one of the best places in NSW for winter glamping. Frankie is a Sibley Bell tent located on the western side of the property in the Tilba Valley, which is backdropped by the mighty Mt Gulaga. This cosy intimate space has an ensuite and private parking. Pick up some provisions in Central Tilba or order a breakfast box filled with local gourmet produce so you can stay ensconced in luxury. tilbalakehouse.com.au