Can you imagine sleeping beneath the Milky Way, while animals like lions, tigers and elephants roam freely just metres below? It sounds like something out of a dream, but it’s a reality at this luxurious treehouse resort. Located inside the Sabi Sand Game Reserves and Kruger National Park, their open-air safari lodges allow you to sleep in a comfortable king sized bed, perched above the savannah. It’s truly a once in a lifetime experience! lionsands.com/

Why sleep in a treehouse when you could sleep in a tree castle? Modelled after a traditional French chateaux, these enchanting mini castles are decked out with everything you need to live like royalty in the treetops — including a spa bath and infinity pool. chateaux-dans-les-arbres.com

Described as the ‘Phantom Rolls Royce of treehouses’ this eco-lodge fuses the elegance of a 5-star hotel with the serenity of the Daintree rainforest. From the blissful surroundings to the elegant interiors, it’s not hard to see why it is this year’s best treetop accommodation. silkyoakslodge.com.au/

Vancouver Island boasts some of the world’s most majestic rainforests and there’s no better way to soak up the beauty than sleeping amongst them! In this unique experience, you’re suspended in a dome-shaped treehouse, 3-4 metres off the ground. The quirky cabins feature a yellow teak exterior, while the interiors are finished in rich mahogany. freespiritspheres.com/

What was once a dusty, abandoned Boening 727 has been transformed into a luxurious leafy hideaway. The rustic treehouse features two air-conditioned bedrooms, a kitchenette and an ocean view terrace. As you soak up the serenity of the Costa Rican jungle, you’re likely to spot treetop neighbours like sloths, toucans and monkeys. costaverde.com

This gorgeous treehouse was originally built in 1990 by a Dad for his kids. But now that they’re all grown up, he rents it out on Airbnb. Lucky us! This quaint property gives a literal meaning to the phrase ‘treehouse’ — you’ll be sharing with the 150-year-old oak tree which weaves through the cabin!

A little closer to home, this romantic treehouse is nestled amongst the world heritage listed Blue Mountains bushland. From the rustic wood interiors and floor-to-ceiling windows offering unrivalled views of the rugged forests, you’ll never want to leave to return to ‘real life.’ bluemts.com.au

Modern minimalism meets unspoiled nature in the forests of North Sweden. Each architecturally designed treehouse has a different theme, including a mirrored dome, bird’s nest and a UFO! However, they all feature unrivalled views of the wide expanses of snow-capped pines. treehotel.se/en/

One of the most appealing factors of sleeping in a treehouse as a kid was getting to live like a bird. The two human-sized nest treehouses at Treebones allow you to live out that dream to the fullest. For those who prefer their creature comforts, there is also a range of treetop level yurts that look out over the breathtaking Big Sur coast. treebonesresort.com/