The rise of glamping

Glamping is where stunning nature meets modern luxury. It’s a way to experience the untamed and completely unique parts of the world—without having to sacrifice creature comforts.

In recent years, glamping is referred to as “modern camping”, and has become a popular trend.

Travel trend observers have noted that in the past, staycations were only employed for celebratory purposes; however, over the past few years, families, groups of individuals, etc. need to pamper themselves on their days off from work.

Big Sky is the perfect place for a pampered treat.

At Big Sky you can wake up in one of our two yurts overlooking Akaroa Harbour.

Set among expansive green fields lie Sirius and Canopus, Big Sky’s two yurts named after the brightest stars in the southern hemisphere. A marriage of boutique camping and the outdoor New Zealand experience, these cosy and spacious yurts have kept with the theme of Akaroa - their decor reminiscent of rustic, French farmhouses. The yurts are hand-crafted in Golden Bay using ethically sourced materials and lined with natural wool, they keep the warmth in without jeopardising guests proximity to nature.

There’s a certain feeling of peace that a night in a yurt evokes. Curled up in bed under a pile of blankets while the creatures of the darkness rustle around outside. It’s a sleep like no other. With mattresses, guests can melt into and a Milky Way that bedazzles the sky, it’s the perfect blend for a weekend of serenity.