Ready to Go Glamping? Top Spots Near the Metro
Want to get in touch with nature and experience its serenity without letting go of the luxury of life? Glamping is very much for you then. Glamping puts the glam in camping. It allows you to stay in spots surrounded by lovely views of nature, much like traditional camping. However, it offers you accommodations and amenities that you can mostly experience in luxurious hotels.
Glamping is a growing recreational activity here in the Philippines. It is favored by most Millenials and Gen Zs who are craving the quiet of nature. Due to this, there are a lot of glamping spots popping up right now. With that, here is a compiled list of glamping spots near the Metro that you should check out.
Glamping Spots Up North
Aranya Resorts DRT
Located in Doña Remedios Trinidad, Aranya Resorts DRT boasts a 7-hectare property perfect for visitors who want a balance of thrill and serenity. Guests can expect luxurious accommodations and amenities such as air-conditioned rooms, private patios, gazebos, a pool with a tiki bar, and, finally, a 4×4 ride around the property. Aranya Resorts is currently open for pre-booking online via their website.
San Rafael River Adventure
Another adventure-filled glamping site in Bulacan is San Rafael River Adventure, located in San Rafael, Bulacan. This glamping site has a wide selection of accommodations, from traditional kubo cottages to a glass villa with a bubble pool; perfect for all kinds of comfort levels. San Rafael River Adventure also lives up to its adventure name, for it offers different activities from water sports like riding a jet ski or a banana boat, to land sports like ATV riding. Booking San Rafael River Adventure is as easy as messaging their Facebook page or website.
Glamping Spots in Central
Gabriel’s Sanctuary
If watching the sea of clouds is part of your bucket list, there is no need to travel far for Gabriel’s Sanctuary in Antipolo, Rizal also offers a spot to witness such a magnificent view. This glamping spot vows to provide its guests with a haven to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Accommodations close to nature, such as a kubo or a tent, are guaranteed once guests decide to stay here. Guests can also experience the outdoors on another level by participating in activities such as hidden falls tours, river walks, and ATV riding around the terrain.
Glamping Spots Down South
La Borja
Just an hour and a half drive headed to the south of Manila lies Alfonso, Cavite, where La Borja glamping spot is located. In La Borja, guests are guaranteed to experience the calming breeze of nature as they enjoy their stay in tree houses and cabin accommodations. They can also choose to stay true to the camping concept by dining in trees or lighting up a bonfire. Guests can also enjoy the luxurious outdoor life by having jacuzzi baths or diving in the pool. To book La Borja, interested guests may drop a message on their Facebook page.
Sadayo Beach Resort
For beach enjoyers who want to experience glamping, you need not choose between the two because Sadayo Beach Resort in Bauan, Batangas offers you the best beach and glamping worlds. Guests can enjoy the bluest of waters in Batangas as they bask under the sun on the beachfront. They could also opt to just stay in the Sinsayan accommodations that are truly Instagram-worthy. Guests who want to experience the beauty of Sadayo Beach Resort may shoot their Facebook page a message.
The loudness and chaos of the Metro are truly tiring, so it is best to cool off and go off-grid once in a while by visiting places that bring us close to nature. But, an outdoorsy experience does not need to be uncomfortable, for comfort and luxury can be found in all locations.
