LUXURY GLAMPING IN JERVIS BAY, AUSTRALIA
A SPOTLIGHT ON PAPERBARK CAMP
Contributed by estCA staff, Lindsay Vacek
This post is part of an ongoing “EPIC (VIRTUAL) AUSTRALIAN ROAD TRIP” from estCA staff, Lindsay Vacek. Make sure to check back often to read and discover all she has to share.
The next stop on the (virtual) Australian road trip is at Paperbark Camp - located in a small town called Jervis Bay, just 2.5 hours south of Sydney. The 13 canvas safari-style tents have been placed amongst the eucalyptus and paperbarks, built above the ground to give privacy and capture the sea breeze. The camp offers an experience I can only describe as paradise. Whether you are a solo traveler (like I was) or looking for a romantic getaway, this is a must.
The property has some easy walking trails that meander through paperbark, gum and mangrove forests and are perfect for a stroll before breakfast (a great time for spotting kangaroos). Or grab your flashlight and walk the trails in the evening if you fancy spotting possums and other nocturnal residents.
The Gunyah (aboriginal for meeting place) is the heart of the camp. A restaurant, reception, bar and communal lounge area - the Gunyah welcomes both in-house and non-resident guests. If you are staying at camp, you automatically will have a table reserved - but if you are hoping to come enjoy otherwise, make sure to book plenty in advance as reservations tend to book out and with good reason! The chef does an amazing job and the food is absolutely mouth-watering!
I was so grateful for the two days I spent here, just relaxing and reading and playing music. This was truly one of the best experience I have ever been had - from the friendly staff, the campfire and communal areas and the outdoor shower in the bathroom.. I’m counting down the days until I can find myself back at this little slice of heaven.
How to go
You can book a trip to Paperbark Camp at its website: https://paperbarkcamp.com.au/. I stayed in one of the Original Tents, which sleeps two comfortably and costs around $500 per night and includes breakfast and dinner. Or you can opt for the Deluxe or King Deluxe tents for an even more luxury experience.
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Contributed by estCA staff, Lindsay Vacek