Planning a camping trip with your barkada can be a challenge — not everyone is up for roughing it. But who says you have to sacrifice comfort (and style) to enjoy the great outdoors? These glamping sites in the Philippines are great options for your next trip with friends!
Disclaimer: Some of these glampsites may not be operational due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Be sure to contact them directly.
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Must-visit glamping sites in the Philippines
1. Bluewater Sumilon, Cebu
Bluewater Sumilon’s glampsite is located on the lagoon beach side of the island. A stay at one of their five air-conditioned tents includes an in-tent minibar, and a full range of daily meals, and an introduction to bushcrafting. (Yes, you read that right!)
This glamping site in the Philippines not only provides you with a different outdoor experience — it’s also a great training ground for a true blue camping experience. In addition to the bushcrafting class, you can even choose to sharpen your outdoor skills and enjoy activities like primitive cooking, knife care, and fire making!
Maximum number of guests: 3
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How to get to Bluewater Sumilon from Manila: Fly to Cebu City. From there, it’s a three-hour bus ride to Oslob. When you get to Barangay Boncogan, you can take a 15-minute private jetty ride to Sumilon Island.
3. Nurture Wellness Village, Tagaytay
Escape Manila’s crazy heat and book a stay at this glamping site in Tagaytay! Nurture Wellness Village takes the glamping experience up a notch with its air-conditioned tents, BBQ dinner and Arrozcaldo breakfast, bonfire, and swimming pool.
Their packages for big groups come with 24-hour butler service, while their offerings for couples include a 30-minute head and shoulder massage! Whether you travel in pairs or with a group, you can avail of their complimentary activities like their farm tour, healthy juice demo, and coffee roasting demo.
Maximum number of guests: 8
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How to get to Nurture Wellness Village from Manila: From the Araneta Bus Terminal in Cubao, take a bus heading to Nasugbu-Tagaytay. From Olivarez Plaza, take a cab to Nurture Wellness Village.
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4. The Ponce Farm, Quezon
Sometimes, you and your travel buddies just desperately need to unplug and treat yourselves to a change of scenery — don’t you agree? Located in Sariaya, Quezon, The Ponce Farm was established to provide guests with a natural oasis just a few hours from the city.
At this laid-back paradise, travellers are encouraged to relax and recharge. They deliberately don’t offer WiFi here in order to let guests take full advantage of their breathtaking surroundings: blue waters, sandy beaches, and lush greenery. The Ponce Farm’s cosy tents can fit big groups of up to 10 — or, upgrade your glamping experience and opt for one of their rustic casitas!
Maximum number of guests: 10
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How to get to The Ponce Farm from Manila: From Buendia, take a bus to Sariaya Terminal. After you alight, take a tricycle to glampsite.
5. San Rafael River Adventure, Bulacan
Hoping to go glamping near Manila? Just a few hours’ (or just a little over an hour, if you’re lucky) drive away, San Rafael River Adventure is an excellent option for your next barkada trip! Tents are available for pairs and groups of up to eight people.
This glamping site in the Philippines offers more than just a more luxurious camping experience, too; there are loads of amenities to enjoy at the resort grounds! Guests may enjoy free access to inflatable slides, as well as three different pools that include their “swimming falls” (a pool designed to look like a gorgeous waterfall). Moreover, you can also take advantage of fun glamping activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, wakeboarding, horseback riding and — of course — river cruising!
Maximum number of guests: 8
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How to get to San Rafael River Adventure from Manila: From Cubao, take a bus en route to Baliuag, Bulacan. Get off at Baliuag Terminal, then take a tricycle to the resort.
Note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the resort will only be accepting guests with private cars or vehicles.
6. Crystal Beach Resort, Zambales
This one’s a great pick for groups of friends looking for a glamping site near Manila — and for those who love to surf! A not-so-touristy spot in San Narciso, Zambales, this glamping site provides a quiet and laid-back escape from the city.
A stay at one of Crystal Beach’s tents includes two single beds with a complete set of bedding, towels and toiletries, and a complimentary breakfast. While they have a restaurant in the vicinity, meals are admittedly pricey! As a result, you might want to use their cooking facilities if you’re on a budget.
Maximum number of guests: 3
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How to get to Crystal Beach Resort from Manila: From Cubao, Pasay, Caloocan, or Sampaloc, take the Victory Liner bus bound for Iba, Zambales. Have yourself dropped off near San Sebastian Church at San Narciso. Take a trike to Crystal Beach Resort.
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7. Nayomi Sanctuary Resort
Another glamping site near Manila, Nayomi Sanctuary provides an experience ideal for both families and big groups of friends. The spacious site has a total of 10 tents that each have their own bathrooms and decks for outdoor lounging. At these tents, you’ll find comfy double beds, towels, and industrial electric fans.
A stay here will also get you complimentary breakfast and access to Nayomi Sanctuary’s restaurant, bar, and pool. And most noteworthy, you can also enjoy a nighttime bonfire and an outdoor movie!
Maximum number of guests: 9
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How to get to Nayomi Sanctuary from Manila: From Cubao or LRT Buendia, take a JAM Liner to Lipa. Get dropped off at Jollibee along President P. Laurel Highway. Cross the street and take a jeep to Robinson’s or SM. Go down at Starbucks near Shakey’s. From the nearby terminal, take a tricycle to Nayomi Sanctuary Resort.
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8. Thelma and Toby’s Island Camping Adventure, Palawan
This tropical glampsite in San Vicente, Palawan is a gem for travellers who wish to live the island life! Thelma and Toby’s Island Camping Adventure has a total of nine tents, each covered by a nipa roof and mosquito nets on all sides. In each tent, you’ll find one double bed, with extra space for mattresses should you wish to share a tent with a few more people.
While you won’t get any WiFi or cellular reception here, you definitely won’t run out of things to do. The food is great, the beach is right at your doorstep, and there are so many island activities to enjoy!
Maximum number of guests: 4
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How to get to Thelma and Toby’s from Manila: Fly to San Vicente. From the airport, it’s a 15-minute tricycle ride to Port Barton. Then, it’s a 20-minute boat ride to Thelma and Toby’s.
9. Sand and Stars, Aurora
Sand and Stars, located in Dinadiawan, Aurora, is another great option for you and your barkada. It’s just a road trip away, and with their wallet-friendly rates, you’ll surely get more bang for your buck when you’re travelling with a big group!
Cosy and cute, their tents are covered with nipa roofs, keeping them cool on hot days and dry in case of rain. At this glamping site in the Philippines, feel free to relax on one of the hammocks, splay out on the beach, or play a few rounds of beach volleyball!
Maximum number of guests: 8
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How to get to Sand and Stars from Manila: From Pasay or Cubao, take the Joybus to Baler (around four to six hours depending on traffic). Upon arrival, take a tricycle to the bus terminal for Casiguran. From there, it’s a one and a half-hour ride to Dinadiawan, where you’ll find Sand and Stars.
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Are you ready to plan your barkada camping trip yet? We hope this list of glamping sites in the Philippines was a big help!
