Glamping FAQs
What is the difference between camping and glamping?
What is the difference between camping and glamping?
The word glamping is short for glamorous camping, and it’s exactly what it sounds like – a more glamorous, luxurious camping experience. Glamping is a more comfortable, attractive experience due to its number of bonus amenities that traditional camping does not offer, such as larger tents, electricity, running water and even luxe extras like freestanding bathtubs.
Where can I go glamping in NSW?
Where can I go glamping in NSW?
There are a variety of glamping sites available all over NSW, including:
- Paperbark Camp on the South Coast
- Sierra Escape near Mudgee
- Nashdale Lane Glamping (part of the Nashdale winery for added comfort) near Orange
- Suffolk Beachfront Holiday Park on the Far North Coast near Byron Bay
What should I bring on a glamping trip?
What should I bring on a glamping trip?
While most amenities will normally be provided, it is suggested that you bring standard outdoor gear to most glamping sites, including:
- Hat
- Hiking boots
- Rain coat
- Insect repellent
- Water bottle
- Standard toiletries and clothing you’d include on any trip
Do glamping sites have electricity?
Do glamping sites have electricity?
Most glamping sites will be connected to electricity or have their own generators – if electricity is a requirement for you, be sure to check with the operator of the site you are considering booking.
Do glamping sites have toilets?
Do glamping sites have toilets?
Most glamping sites with fixed tents/cabins will have attached private toilets and bathrooms for each structure, however, some may have shared facilities. You can expect there to at least be a toilet and shower block for the site.
Do glamping sites have toilets?
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What should I bring on a glamping trip?
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FAQs
How far is Jervis Bay from Sydney?
How far is Jervis Bay from Sydney?
Jervis Bay is 140km south along the coast from Sydney. The drive takes a little over 3 hours. Bus and train options are also available.
How do you get to Jervis Bay?
How do you get to Jervis Bay?
Jervis Bay is approximately 3 hours’ drive from both Sydney and Canberra. You can also travel by train from Sydney, and by bus from either Sydney or Canberra.
What is Jervis Bay popular for?
What is Jervis Bay popular for?
Jervis Bay is known for its white sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, national parks and wildlife, including whale and dolphin watching. Summer is a great time to visit for a beach holiday with Hyams Beach, on the south side of Jervis Bay, said to have the whitest sand in the world. From May to November whales migrate through the marine sanctuary.
What is there to do in Jervis Bay?
What is there to do in Jervis Bay?
Jervis Bay is known for its natural beauty and coastal charm, and there are many available activities to take advantage of this including:
- See some of the whitest sand beaches in the world on the White Sands Walk
- Go diving or snorkelling in Jervis Bay Marine Park
- Have a family beach day at the gorgeous Murrays Beach
- Hike trails through Jervis Bay National Park and Booderee National Park
- Taste local Shoalhaven produce at the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum Market
- Visit local breweries including Flamin Galah Brewing Co, Jervis Bay Brewing Co., South Yeast and Swordfish Brewing Co
Can you swim in Jervis Bay?
Can you swim in Jervis Bay?
Jervis Bay is known for its white sandy beaches and is a safe place to swim. The bay is fairly sheltered so there is little swell, making it an ideal spot for a family beach holiday.
Are there sharks at Jervis Bay?
Are there sharks at Jervis Bay?
There is lots of marine life in the waters off Jervis Bay, including some kinds of shark, but the danger to humans is small. As a precaution, check for local shark sightings and pay attention to shark warnings when visiting beaches.
Is Jervis Bay NSW or ACT?
Is Jervis Bay NSW or ACT?
Geographically Jervis Bay is a part of the Shoalhaven region on the NSW South Coast. However politically, the south head of the bay (including Jervis Bay village) is technically a part of the ACT and is administered by the ACT government. The Jervis Bay Territory was given to the ACT by NSW in 1915, to give the new territory access to the ocean. Even though it is a separate territory, there are no border controls and you might not even notice you have crossed over.