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Combine your love of unique holiday accommodation with coming face-to-face with a variety of animals. From tigers to alpacas, meerkats to rhino, these encounters are sure to drive all the family wild with excitement! 
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Chole Mjini

Chole Mjini

Tanzania / Mafia Island Marine Park, Zanzibar
Choose your Tanzanian island paradise from seven hand-crafted, eco-friendly treehouses with spectacular ocean views.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
Giraffe Lodge

Giraffe Lodge

England / Hythe, Kent
If you want total romance with a twist of the wild, treat your loved one to a night at Giraffe Lodge - a magical glamping, dining and safari experience at the world-famous Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve.
Sleeps: 2 per tent
Bedrooms: 1
Discount Middle Stone Farm

Middle Stone Farm

England / Brompton Ralph, Somerset
Your award-winning eco-friendly Somerset glamping sanctuary awaits, where you can enjoy getting back to nature and meeting new friends in fresh farmland luxury.
Sleeps: 6-9 per unit (44 total)
Bedrooms: 8 units
Sound of Harris

Sound of Harris

Scotland / Isle of Harris
Deluxe self-catering accommodation on the Isle of Harris with panoramic coastal views and mid-century interior design.
Sleeps: 2 per property
Bedrooms: 1 per property
The Birdwatchers' Cabin

The Birdwatchers' Cabin

Scotland / Golspie, Sutherland
Take in the vast natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands, from a luxury cabin with wildlife, lake, and mountain views.
Sleeps: Up to 4
Bedrooms: 1
Qii House

Qii House

Australia / Lorne, Victoria
A bold and quirky architectural gem, superbly nestled within the lush rainforest ferns of Australia's Great Otway National Park.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Canopy Lodge

Canopy Lodge

Panamá / El Valle de Antón, Coclé
Take a refreshing tour of the natural world, from a warmly picturesque setting in the foothills of Panama's volcanic heart.
Sleeps: 1-4 per room
Bedrooms: 12
10 percent discount Ockeridge Rural Retreats

Ockeridge Rural Retreats

England / Wichenford, Worcestershire
An irresistibly peaceful haven, surrounded by friendly horses and far-reaching views of soothing Worcestershire countryside.
Sleeps: 2-4 per unit
Bedrooms: 1-2 per unit
Special offer Chateau Ramsak

Chateau Ramsak

Slovenia / Pocehova, Maribor
Idyllic Slovenian vineyard glamping in the refreshing midst of natural and unspoilt luxury, with plenty of good wine!
Sleeps: 2 or 4 per unit
Bedrooms: Varies
Kagga Kamma

Kagga Kamma

South Africa / Cederberg, Western Cape
Escape the din of city life, in a culture-rich South African nature reserve and spa surrounded by vast, unspoilt wilderness.
Sleeps: 2 or 4 per suite
Bedrooms: Open plan
Manor House Shepherd's Hut

Manor House Shepherd's Hut

England / Birtley, Northumberland
A romantic rural escape to the serenity and dark stargazing skies of the wildlife-steeped North Tyne Valley.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Cantick Head Lighthouse Cottage

Cantick Head Lighthouse Cottage

Scotland / Longhope, Orkney Islands
Steal away from civilisation, to an historic haven with dramatic sea views out towards the Pentland Firth.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Sperrinview Glamping

Sperrinview Glamping

Northern Ireland / Cookstown, County Tyrone
Gaze at the stars from the warm comfort of your cosy pod, dreamily positioned at the foothills of Northern Ireland's Sperrin Mountains.
Sleeps: Up to 5 per unit
Bedrooms: Open plan
Forest Holidays Delamere Forest

Forest Holidays Delamere Forest

England / Delamere, Cheshire
A seriously special, fully sustainable Cheshire nature escape, featuring amazing activities and luxurious cabins.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
20 percent discount Ling's Meadow

Ling's Meadow

England / Diss, Norfolk
Take an alpaca walk on an exceptionally friendly, family-run farm surrounded by meadow grass and wildflowers.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
Aplite House

Aplite House

Australia / Freycinet Peninsula, Tasmania
A privately secluded, architect-designed eco haven that showcases Tasmania's unique beauty to its best, most dramatic effect.
Sleeps: 4 (+1)
Bedrooms: 2
Stable Stays

Stable Stays

England / Cartmel, Cumbria
A fun and completely unique stay in luxury self-catering stable, complete with a beautiful horse for company, set on a friendly farm in the Lake District.
Sleeps: 1-3
Bedrooms: 1
Camp Baboon

Camp Baboon

England / Clifton, Bristol
Sleep under the stars and meet a host of exotic animals, in an exclusive Bristol camp that promises unforgettable adventure.
Sleeps: 4 per cabin
Bedrooms: Open plan
The Bus Stop

The Bus Stop

Scotland / Gifford, East Lothian
Pack your bags, grab your timetables and don't be late - it's time to head to The Bus Stop and jump on board for luxurious accommodation in two converted buses!
Sleeps: 2-4
Bedrooms: Varies
Bertrams

Bertrams

England / Hartland, Devon
Step inside a classic mystery novel, in a characterful double decker bus set on the grounds of a North Devon country house.
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 2
Chena Huts

Chena Huts

Sri Lanka / Yala, Southern Province
Experience an authentic sense of the exotic, surrounded by outstanding tropical luxury (and flamingos!
Sleeps: Up to 3 per cabin
Bedrooms: 1 per cabin
Lion Lodge

Lion Lodge

England / Hythe, Kent
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to become part of the pride, in a luxury lodge set within the lions' natural habitat.
Sleeps: 4 per lodge
Bedrooms: 2 lodges
Canopy Camp

Canopy Camp

Panamá / Darién
Wake up to birdsong and tropical adventure from your custom-designed tent, set in one of Panama's least-explored provinces.
Sleeps: 2-3 per tent
Bedrooms: 1 per tent
Redwood Valley

Redwood Valley

Wales / Presteigne, Powys
Refreshingly eco-friendly yurt and cabin glamping, secluded within 25 acres of soothing woodland on the Welsh borders.
Sleeps: 5 (yurts), 3 (cabin)
Bedrooms: Open plan
Special offer Dehesa de las Yeguas

Dehesa de las Yeguas

Spain / Cádiz, Andalucia
Acres of refreshing Spanish farmland complete with luxury safari tents and a pool, for a reviving break that's just as nature intended!
Sleeps: 4 per tent
Bedrooms: 1-2 per tent
Dry Island

Dry Island

Scotland / Badachro, The Highlands
Scotland's best-kept secret - until now - a blissfully remote, relaxing and windswept island, steeped in wildlife and history.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: 3 units
Billabong Falls

Billabong Falls

Australia / Olinda, Victoria
Resort-style paradise in Australia's lush Dandenong Ranges, surrounded by ancient tree ferns and sparkling waterfalls.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Reefsuites

Reefsuites

Australia / Whitsundays, Queensland
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view the magical Great Barrier Reef in all its glory, with a jaw-dropping stay in Australia's first underwater suites.
Sleeps: 2 per suite
Bedrooms: 2 suites
Torsa House and Island

Torsa House and Island

Scotland / Oban, Argyll and Bute
Your own private island on Scotland's spectacular and ruggedly beautiful West Coast.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Burnhead Bothies

Burnhead Bothies

Scotland / Glasgow, Lanarkshire
A sustainable, soul-soothing Scottish retreat that's serenely off-grid and beautifully secluded on a friendly working farm in the Kilsyth Hills.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 1
Bear Lodge

Bear Lodge

England / Hythe, Kent
For unforgettable glamping with the family, get set for an expedition to Bear Lodge.
Sleeps: 6-8 per lodge
Bedrooms: Varies
Canopy Tower

Canopy Tower

Panamá / Soberanía National Park, Colón
Get up close and personal with the natural world, from the comfort of a treetop bedroom in Panamá's tropical paradise.
Sleeps: 1-2 per room
Bedrooms: Rooms/suites
Craigduckie Shepherd's Huts

Craigduckie Shepherd's Huts

Scotland / Dunfermline, Fife
Get up close and personal with life on a friendly farm, in a handcrafted hut beautifully set amongst rolling Scottish countryside.
Sleeps: 2 (+2) per hut
Bedrooms: Open plan
Alkira Eco-Glamping Retreat

Alkira Eco-Glamping Retreat

Australia / Emerald, Victoria
A handcrafted straw-bale yurt, nestled amongst farm and bushland in Australia's soothingly scenic Emerald.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: Open plan
Sacromonte Landscape Hotel

Sacromonte Landscape Hotel

Uruguay / Sacromonte, Maldonado
An architect-designed hotel and winery sustainably blended within a vast stretch of valley grassland in Uruguay.
Sleeps: 2 per cabin
Bedrooms: 1 per cabin
10 percent discount The Houseboat

The Houseboat

England / Hamworthy, Dorset
An awe-inspiring, award-winning architectural masterpiece, featuring spectacular beachfront views out to Lake Pier and Poole Harbour.
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 4
Discount The Box House

The Box House

Canada / Prospect Bay, Nova Scotia
A stunningly secluded, contemporary Atlantic oceanfront retreat with your very own beach, privately situated in Canada's beautiful Nova Scotia.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
The Isle of Carna

The Isle of Carna

Scotland / Loch Sunart, The Highlands
Cast yourself away to your very own private Scottish island, teeming with native wildlife and boasting 600 blissful acres of fresh, tranquil luxury.
Sleeps: 6-8 per property
Bedrooms: Varies
The Charcoal Hut

The Charcoal Hut

Wales / Llandovery, Carmarthenshire
Fall headlong in love with the Welsh countryside, in a peaceful, detail-oriented hut that's been lovingly crafted for you to unwind.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Elmley Nature Reserve Shepherds Huts

Elmley Nature Reserve Shepherds Huts

England / Sheerness, Kent
Six luxurious shepherd's huts on a National Nature Reserve in Kent, with an abundance of wildlife right on your doorstep.
Sleeps: 2 per unit
Bedrooms: Studio
Secret Valley Glamping

Secret Valley Glamping

England / Bridgwater, Somerset
Nestle yourselves in the peaceful beauty of the Quantock Hills, with unique glamping accommodation to suit all tastes at Secret Valley.
Sleeps: Varies (2-5/unit)
Bedrooms: Varies
Tulbagh Geodome

Tulbagh Geodome

South Africa / Tulbagh, Western Cape
A private hideaway with a stargazing outdoor bath, surrounded by water and nestled on a vast farm in the South African Winelands.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Shipwreck Lodge

Shipwreck Lodge

Namibia / Skeleton Coast, Kunene
Discover Namibia's raw and rugged Skeleton Coast, from a unique ‘shipwreck' cabin set amongst remote desert dunes.
Sleeps: 2 per cabin
Bedrooms: 1 per cabin
Picnic Island

Picnic Island

Australia / Freycinet, Tasmania
Enjoy the natural beauty of Tasmania all to yourselves, from the architect-designed comfort of your very own private island.
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
The Sussex Roundhouse

The Sussex Roundhouse

England / Beckley, East Sussex
A romantic, timelessly rustic hot tub retreat, privately set amidst 40 acres of meadow, woodland and grassland.
Sleeps: 2 (+1 small child)
Bedrooms: 1
Penlan Lodges

Penlan Lodges

Wales / Llandrindod Wells, Powys
Two luxurious, hot tub-equipped rural cabins, nestled high in the green Welsh hills on a friendly sheep-dotted organic farm.
Sleeps: 2 or 4 per lodge
Bedrooms: 1 or 2 per lodge
Bulworthy Eco Cabin

Bulworthy Eco Cabin

England / Tiverton, Devon
Learn unique skills and relax in a lovingly handcrafted off-grid cabin, secluded in its own Devon woodland glade.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Eagle Brae Log Cabins

Eagle Brae Log Cabins

Scotland / Struy, Inverness-shire
Take a well-earned break in a master-crafted luxury cabin, surrounded by the very best breathtaking scenery, tranquillity and adventure the Scottish Highlands can provide.
Sleeps: Up to 6 per cabin
Bedrooms: 1-2 per cabin
Arctic Fox Igloos

Arctic Fox Igloos

Finland / Ranua, Lapland
View the clear night sky (and possibly the Northern Lights) with a breath-taking stay in a glinting glass igloo on the edge of the Arctic Circle.
Sleeps: 2 (+2) per igloo
Bedrooms: 1 per igloo
Chaucer Barn Eco Lodges

Chaucer Barn Eco Lodges

England / Gresham, Norfolk
Five luxurious wooden hideaways, sumptuously nestled in the woods on the edge of a wildlife-steeped Norfolk valley.
Sleeps: 2-4 per lodge
Bedrooms: 1 per lodge
Treehouse Hotel

Treehouse Hotel

England / Hythe, Kent
If you've ever hankered for a luxury safari experience without having to leave the country, The Treehouse Hotel promises to make those wildest dreams come true.
Sleeps: 4 per suite
Bedrooms: 2
The Cob Barn

The Cob Barn

Australia / Lilydale, Tasmania
Escape to the Tasmanian wilderness, in a handcrafted couples' earth barn packed with creature comforts.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Hush Hush Glamping

Hush Hush Glamping

Wales / Presteigne, Powys
A naturally luxurious pod set on lush, wildlife-steeped Welsh farmland, with jaw-dropping views of the Radnor Valley.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Tiger Lodge

Tiger Lodge

England / Hythe, Kent
Earn your stripes with a stay at Tiger Lodge - a stunning sanctuary for four, set partially inside the tiger enclosure at Port Lympne  Hotel & Reserve!
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
El Coyol Private Island

El Coyol Private Island

Nicaragua / Lake Nicaragua, Granada
A breathtaking and beautifully refined private Nicaraguan oasis that's just for you and your favourite people.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Glendoria

Glendoria

Poland / Lukta, Warmia
Discover one of Poland's best-kept secrets, with a soul-soothing rural escape in the "land of a thousand lakes".
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
Otro Mundo

Otro Mundo

Spain / Elche De La Sierra, Castilla La Mancha
Soak up the serenity of spectacular Southern Spain at Otro Mundo - an incredible retreat in the mountains of Sierra del Sugura, offering two retro-inspired, wonderfully exclusive Eco Domes.
Sleeps: 2 or 4 per unit
Bedrooms: Studio
Paishill Private Lodge

Paishill Private Lodge

Finland / Utsjoki, Lapland
A unique, luxurious and all-inclusive Lapland experience that's custom-built around the spectacular beauty of nature.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 2
Traustholtshólmi

Traustholtshólmi

Iceland / Selfoss, Southern Region
A cosy selection of yurts, secluded on a private Icelandic island filled with culture, history, and nature in its purest form.
Sleeps: 2 (+1)
Bedrooms: Open plan
Le Monteil Revolution

Le Monteil Revolution

France / Sardent, Limousin
Unplug from everyday life and head for a slice of rural French paradise, where friendly animals roam free (and so will you!
Sleeps: Up to 4 per dome
Bedrooms: Open plan
Loose Reins

Loose Reins

England / Shillingstone, Dorset
Mosey on down to the Wessex Ridgeway, where a luxurious pioneer's paradise awaits.
Sleeps: 4-6 per unit
Bedrooms: Varies
CorkShack Marvão Ecolodges

CorkShack Marvão Ecolodges

Portugal / Marvão, Alentejo
A modern take on a traditional Portuguese roundhouse set in a protected nature reserve, with views of the Monte Roxo hills.
Sleeps: 2 (+1)
Bedrooms: 1
Archirondel Tower

Archirondel Tower

Channel Islands / St Catherine's Bay, Jersey
A captivating and historic coastal retreat, rich in heritage and boasting a roof terrace that showcases Jersey's National Park to perfection.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 1
Elephant Hills

Elephant Hills

Thailand / Khao Sok, Surat Thani
Get up close and personal with cared-for elephants in a lush tropical setting, with a stay in Thailand's first luxury jungle camp.
Sleeps: 2-3 per tent
Bedrooms: 1 king size bed
Forest Hideaway

Forest Hideaway

England / Hythe, Kent
Hide away in a cosy wooden den in the midst of nature, surrounded by protected animals at an award-winning Kent reserve.
Sleeps: 2 (+2) per den
Bedrooms: 1 per den
Wild Luxury

Wild Luxury

England / Hunstanton, Norfolk
An unspoilt glamping escape that evokes the naturally untamed spirit of Africa with all the cosy comforts of home, set along the stunning Norfolk Coast.
Sleeps: 6-10 per lodge
Bedrooms: Varies
Pedras Salgadas Park

Pedras Salgadas Park

Portugal / Trás-os-Montes, North Portugal
Architect-designed treehouses and eco-houses, set within a magical century-old spa and nature park in northern Portugal.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: 1 per house
Teniqua Treetops

Teniqua Treetops

South Africa / Nr Sedgefield, Western Cape
A scenic eco and family-friendly resort wonderfully rich in bird life, perfectly set on South Africa's Eden-like Garden Route.
Sleeps: 2 or 4 per Suite
Bedrooms: Varies
Sal Salis

Sal Salis

Australia / Ningaloo Reef, Western Australia
Explore the outback in an exclusive beachside safari camp, remotely set within the dunes of Australia's Cape Range National Park.
Sleeps: Up to 3 per tent
Bedrooms: Open plan
Special offer Boris the Military Pod

Boris the Military Pod

Scotland / Kylerhea, Isle of Skye
Polish those jack boots, brush off your camo, and quick march to Boris the Military Pod - a truly one-of-its-kind glamping pod on the stunning Isle of Skye.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: Studio
10 percent discount Ty Cwch

Ty Cwch

Wales / Aberporth, Ceredigion
A unique, award-winning architect designed ‘boat house' that's ideal for an adventure-packed beach break, next to the invigorating Welsh Coast Path.
Sleeps: 12 (or 4 per cabin)
Bedrooms: 3
Special offer Fair Oak Farm

Fair Oak Farm

England / Mayfield, East Sussex
A private 12-acre country estate in East Sussex, offering stylish self-catering accommodation in historic farm buildings, treehouses and Shepherd huts for large groups of 15 - 32 guests.
Sleeps: 10-36 guests
Bedrooms: Varies
Deepdean Wild Retreat

Deepdean Wild Retreat

England / Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
A unique wildlife escape in the Forest of Dean, including vast open grounds and an exotic animal rescue centre!
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Late deals Llandeilo Weache Bus

Llandeilo Weache Bus

Wales / Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire
Transport yourselves back to magical childhood days outdoors, aboard a beautiful bus privately set in a 22-acre Welsh nature reserve.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Tiny House Marlboro

Tiny House Marlboro

USA / Marlboro, New York
A pristine, state-of-the-art retreat with rolling, wildlife-steeped apple orchard and mountain views on a 30-acre farm in rural New York.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
EcoCamp Patagonia

EcoCamp Patagonia

Chile / Torres del Paine, Magallanes
Immerse yourself in Chilean natural luxury with a stay in the world's first geodesic dome hotel, inspired by simple tribal living.
Sleeps: Up to 25
Bedrooms: 15
New Paltz Dome

New Paltz Dome

USA / New Paltz, New York
A unique, light-filled dome house, refreshingly set within 28 forest acres close to New York's wildlife-steeped Mohonk Preserve.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Le Moulin du Sénéchal

Le Moulin du Sénéchal

France / Ile de Re, Poitou-Charentes
A blissful family mill conversion and bolthole, in a charming and tranquil French village with beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Sleeps: 15
Bedrooms: 7
The Chillout Container

The Chillout Container

Scotland / Dolphinton, South Lanarkshire
A soothingly converted space for two, perfectly positioned in the beautiful Scottish Borders close to bustling Edinburgh.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Tranquil Forest Haven

Tranquil Forest Haven

Brazil / Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
Swim under a private waterfall and observe playful monkeys, in a paradise-like eco-house in the heart of Rio de Janeiro forest land.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 2
The Bubble

The Bubble

England / Hythe, Kent
Immerse yourselves in the glory of nature, with star-studded 180-degree views.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Yosemite Dome

Yosemite Dome

USA / Midpines, California
A cosy dome-from-home in a peaceful mountaintop setting that's teeming with nature, close to California's famed Yosemite National Park.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 2
Elewana Loisaba Starbeds

Elewana Loisaba Starbeds

Kenya / Loisaba, Northern Laikipia
Luxuriate in the "world's biggest bedroom", surrounded by exotic wildlife under the vast, star-studded Kenyan sky.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
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