Welcome to our journal - a collection of stories, places, and ideas to inspire your next escape into nature—slower mornings, open skies, and stays you’ll never forget. Here, you’ll find glimpses of life beyond the everyday: misty sunrises, crackling fires, and the quiet magic of being somewhere beautifully remote. It’s a space to pause, breathe deeply, and be inspired by the kind of escapes that linger long after you’ve returned home.
Last updated 30 Oct 2026
30 October 2026
Five escapes tucked into the hills and lake edges around Rotorua, each with its own outdoor bath, native birdlife and a little patch of quiet. Perfect for riders, families, couples and dog lovers alike.
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30 October 2026
Seven handpicked escapes around Lake Taupō, from a family hideaway to a luxury geodesic dome made for romantic nights away. Outdoor baths, hot tubs and lake views, with a few that welcome dogs too.
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15 September 2026
If you've been searching for glamping in Raglan or unique Raglan accommodation, you've landed in the right place. Nestled in the rolling Waikato countryside, just 10 minutes from the Raglan town centre, three of our most loved escapes sit side by side on a peaceful working farm, and they're exactly the kind of getaway New Zealand does best.
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26 August 2026
Looking for somewhere beautiful to take your dog in the South Island? These 14 handpicked escapes from Kaikoura to Queenstown welcome you and your dog to relax in nature without giving up the creature comforts.
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26 August 2026
Discover dog-friendly accommodation across the North Island, with beautiful cabins, domes, huts, and rural stays where your dog is welcome too, from romantic retreats to family-friendly escapes surrounded by nature.
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26 August 2026
Ten farm stays across New Zealand's North Island, each chosen for what makes it special as a working farm escape. From fallow deer grazing outside the window in the Waikato to vast rolling farmland views stretching to the horizon and the particular stillness of a farm morning.
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26 August 2026
Ten of the best farm stays on New Zealand's South Island, each chosen for what makes it special as a working farm escape. From a 1000-hectare coastal station on Banks Peninsula farmed by the same family since the 1850s to a Canterbury dairy farm where you can watch the stock graze in the fields, and tussock-covered Central Otago hills where children and dogs are welcome.
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21 August 2026
From a private beach on Banks Peninsula to a restored railway carriage in the Canterbury high country, these handpicked family escapes are all within a half-day drive of Christchurch, all welcome children, and all offer something a little more special than the usual school holiday options.
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21 August 2026
Swap the usual school holiday stay for something a little more memorable, with six family-friendly escapes near Wellington surrounded by nature. From the rolling hills of the Wairarapa to the wild beauty of Hawke’s Bay countryside, each has plenty to keep little adventurers happy.
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21 August 2026
School holidays sorted. Eight family-friendly escapes within a half-day drive of Auckland — from Northland to the Waikato, the Coromandel, Taupō and near Auckland city, with room for big families, dogs, and kids of all ages.
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14 August 2026
Ten romantic escapes across New Zealand, each chosen for a specific occasion. Whether you're planning a proposal, honeymoon, babymoon, anniversary or milestone birthday, these are the stays worth celebrating in.
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13 August 2026
Five handpicked glamping escapes within minutes of Punakaiki on New Zealand's West Coast, South Island. From clifftop hot tubs to Balinese-inspired bush huts, these are the best places to stay near Pancake Rocks and the Paparoa Track.
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11 August 2026
Four brand new escapes just added to the Canopy Camping collection — a Taranaki hillside cabin with Mount Taranaki views, a riverside retreat near Ohakune, a ridgetop hut in the Seaward Kaikoura Ranges, and a glass-fronted farmland escape in Otago.
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11 August 2026
Looking for the best romantic glamping escapes on New Zealand's South Island? From coastal cliffs on the Kaikoura Coast to secluded high country huts in Otago, these handpicked stays are perfect for couples.
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11 August 2026
Looking for the best romantic glamping escapes on New Zealand’s North Island? From luxury off grid cabins in the Wairarapa to secluded tiny homes near Auckland and coastal retreats in Northland, these handpicked stays are perfect for couples seeking a memorable weekend getaway.
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3 August 2026
Looking for a corporate gift that actually means something? Canopy Camping Escapes gift vouchers are redeemable across 230+ handpicked glamping escapes in New Zealand — perfect for staff rewards, client gifting, and end-of-year Christmas giving.
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3 August 2026
Beachside cabins a minute from the sand, remote clifftop hideaways above the Hauraki Gulf, and bush retreats alive with kiwi calls at night. Ten handpicked glamping escapes on the Coromandel Peninsula, from Tairua to the far north.
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3 August 2026
Ten of the cosiest, most charming cabin escapes within a 2-hour drive of Auckland — from a hilltop eco hut in Pukekohe to glass domes in the Waitākere Ranges. Perfect for a cosy winter weekend or a slow, unhurried escape from the city.
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3 August 2026
From earth houses near Hamilton to geodesic domes in Raglan, lake-view huts near Taupō and glowworm cave stays in Waitomo, discover 10 of the best glamping escapes in the Waikato.
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3 August 2026
From a renovated boat in the Wairarapa to earth houses built into Waikato hillsides, these 10 unique and quirky stays are unlike anything else in New Zealand. Handpicked by Canopy Camping Escapes.
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3 July 2026
From snowy alpine views near Mt Hutt to cosy high-country huts in Otago, discover 10 of the best winter glamping escapes on New Zealand's South Island. Perfect for ski trips, stargazing, and cold-weather getaways.
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3 July 2026
Looking for the best glamping near Wellington? Explore handpicked escapes across Wellington and the Wairarapa, from native bush retreats and coastal hideaways to luxury stays surrounded by vineyards and Dark Sky country, all within two hours of the city.
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3 July 2026
Two handcrafted earth houses built into the New Zealand hillside — beautiful decor, native timbers, and twin outdoor baths. The closest thing to a hobbit hole accommodation you can actually book.
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1 July 2026
New Zealand's most scenic glamping escapes with genuine wood-fired hot tubs, from alpine ranges and coastal cliffs to native bush retreats. Find your perfect soak-with-a-view across the Wairarapa, Canterbury, Taranaki, the West Coast, and the Waikato.
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1 July 2026
Your Guide to Stargazing at Canopy Camping Escapes Imagine lying in bed, gazing up through a skylight as the Milky Way stretches across the heavens. Picture soaking in a wood fired hot tub while thousands of stars reflect in your eyes. This isn't a dream—it's a night at Canopy Camping Escapes in New Zealand's internationally recognised Dark Sky Reserves.
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1 July 2026
Looking for the best glamping near Auckland? From geodesic glass domes in the Waitākere Ranges to secluded coastal cabins on Manukau Harbour, these ten handpicked escapes sit within 1.5 hours of the city — each one offering a genuine nature experience without sacrificing comfort.
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1 July 2026
From alpine hot tubs near Methven to coastal cabins on Banks Peninsula, discover 10 of the best glamping escapes in Canterbury. Perfect for couples, families, dog lovers and groups, all within an hour and a half from Christchurch city.
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