10 Best Glamping Tents: What to Know & Which to Buy | Field Mag

In recent years, glamping has grown in popularity, attributed in part to consumers touting their glamorous camping experience on social media, and a growing appreciation for the great outdoors post-pandemic. Plus, traditional high-end travel is expensive, especially for Gen Z and Millennial consumers who are budget-minded and prefer to spend on unconventional, memorable trips. All of this makes staying in canvas glamping tents an experience worth trying.

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So, whether you're dreaming of setting up a glamping tent in your private backyard oasis or hoping to host your own glampsite business one day, if you're feeling the call to glamp, you're not alone. We're here to help.

But where to start? Cabin stays and yurt rentals have traditionally dominated the space, but buying or renting a whole cabin may not be the most accessible option. That's where luxury camping tents come in. They're temporary, portable, durable, and come in countless options to fit most any space and budget. Canvas glamping tents can range in size from 63 square feet to a very spacious 800 square feet and are available in multiple shapes, from the traditional wall tent and tear-drop-shaped bell tent to dome tents and even cabin tents—structures made with wooden framing and canvas walls.

In this guide, we'll dig deep into glamping tents, and of course, offer our picks for the 10 best glamping tents to buy for home and commercial use.

Field Mag's Top Picks:

• Overall Best Glamping Tent: Whiteduck 13' Regatta Bell Tent
• Best Waterproof Bell Tent: Life in Tents 16' Fernweh
• Best Budget Bell Tent: The Get Out Lite Bell Tent
• Easiest Setup: Springbar Classic Jack 100
• Best Cabin Style Tent: Kodiak Canvas 10x10 Cabin Lodge Tent
• Best A-Frame Glamping Tent: The Get Out A-Frame Tent
• Best Glamping Tent with Windows: Life in Tents Stella Stargazer
• Best Luxury Safari Tent: Tent Masters Comet Tent
• Best Classic Canvas Wall Tent: Beckel Canvas Wall Tent
• Best Modular Glamping Dome: Hypedome Glamping Pod

Once you've picked out your tent, it's time to put the "glam" in "glamping." Whether you plan to rent your tent on a platform like Hipcamp, Tentrr, or Glamping Hub, or keep it as your own personal escape, think of decorating your tent like any other homey space. It's probably best to stick with a certain color scheme or style, and especially for renting, its worth purchasing quality pieces and linens to last you longer.

Depending on your climate and the fire resistance of your tent, you can add a mini wood-stove or mini fan for some temperature control. And last, you'll want to set up an outdoor space for guests (or you) to enjoy. A hammock is always a plus and outdoor seating around a fire pit is a must. Now add in a wood-fired hot tub, outdoor sauna, and/or a cold plunge and you're really talkin!

Read on for our top picks. Or, if you prefer to try before you buy, check out our top places to go glamping across America.

The 11 Best Glamping Tents of

Best Modular Glamping Dome: Hypedome Glamping Pods

These polycarbonate geodesic domes may not be a tent, but they are purpose built for glamping! With a range of unique designs—including transparent and mirror finishes—their modular DIY glamping dome kits make dome building simple and customizable. Not only are they cool looking, but structuring peerless—according to a professional wind tunnel test conducted by Hypedome, structures like theirs can withstand winds of 150 km/h (93 mph). [Use code 'FIELDMAG5' for 5% off your order]

Price: $5,500+
Tent Style: Geodesic dome
Weight: NA
Dimensions: 11.8 ft diameter x 7.6 ft tall
Materials: Polycarbonate thermoplastic
Features: Online design, DIY modular kit, insulated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a glamping tent

A glamping tent is a semi-permanent outdoor structure that is most likely made of canvas or another durable, waterproof and breathable fabric. Glamping tents are heavier than an average camping tent and require more extensive set up, but are designed for longer stays. They are often equipped with furniture, electricity, heating, cooling and other "glamourous" amenities not found in their camping counterparts.

What is the average cost of a glamping tent?

The cost of a glamping tent can vary widely depending on the size, shape, and additional amenities. The average glamping tent costs around $400 on the low end and easily $5,000 or more on the high end, depending on added amenities.

How does on build a glamping tent?

Glamping tents are often assembled with a kit you can order from a manufacturer, or the manufacturers will put it together for you. Depending on the tent you select, the framing might be made of wood or metal. First, the framing is assembled and then a canvas or other fabric is stretched over the frame and secured to the ground or foundation using stakes, guy lines, or other anchoring systems. Depending on the complexity of the tent shape, this can take anywhere from 2 hours to an entire day.

What are round glamping tents called?

Round glamping tents are either called bell tents or glamping domes.

Do glamping tents typically have toilets?

Luxury glamping tents, if pithed at an established campsite, should have access to a toilet, although it may not be in the tent itself. There may be an attached outhouse, shared public restroom or, in more upscale glamping set-ups, an en-suite bathroom.

Are glamping tents waterproof?

Yes, glamping tents are designed to be waterproof or water-resistant and are often made with a durable, tightly woven canvas that is itself water-resistant. Often a waterproof coating is added for extra measure on luxury camping tents.

Can I take a glamping tent on a backpacking trip?

We'd advise against it. Glamping tents are typically designed for semi-permanent to permanent installation and are often larger, heavier, and more cumbersome than traditional backpacking or camping tents—making them unnecessary extra weight (and work) on a hiking trip. That said, Danchel Outdoors does make a 24 lb yurt tent that is considered "lightweight" for glamping tents, so if you must, try that.

I’m on a wild hunt to find all of the best safari spots in Africa. During my travels to Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, and beyond, I have fallen head over heels for the continent. Africa has more stunning landscapes rich in fascinating wildlife than I can count.

If you’ve never been on a safari, open up another tab in your browser to start booking an African adventure! Of course, with so many safari lodges all over the continent, it can be challenging to find the right one for you, so I’ve come up with a few tricks to help you out.

Here are the top things to look for when choosing a safari lodge.

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Safari Lodge Aesthetic

Some people are into minimally styled camps, while others love the luxe life, so a lot of this comes down to personal preference. For me, it’s all about a vintage aesthetic with a classic safari feel!

When you’re flipping through photos online, be sure to take a close look at the main lodge. You’ll spend the bulk of your time there.

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In many cases, there’s no Wi-Fi and, sometimes, no power in the individual rooms. So, people tend to flock to the communal spaces of the lodge for meals, drinks, and a relaxing place to chill out.

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Safari Lodge Service

In my experience, the vast majority of safari lodges have phenomenal service. For the most part, the ones I’ve visited have been small and provide VIP service to every guest.

That being said, it’s so important to check out reviews before you go. Safaris are often a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and you don’t want it spoiled by less-than-stellar service.

Before you go, check out blogs and reviews of a few different places before you make a final decision on where to stay.

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Game Viewing

When it comes to African safaris, the “Big Five” are what you’re after. The lion, leopard, elephant, rhinoceros and cape buffalo are the shining stars of the safari world.

Properties will clearly state on their website if they are host to the “Big Five.” Staying near a river will also offer some unique wildlife-viewing experiences, so bookmark any options that have this natural feature.

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Safari Lodge Accommodations

There’s quite a wide variety of the types of safari-lodge accommodations available. But, it’s up to you to decide which one matches your tastes.

Are you okay with sleeping in a tent? Taking a shower outdoors?

I personally LOVE boutique accommodation in very natural settings. Give me an open-air treehouse any day of the week! But, it ultimately depends on what you’re in the mood for.

Price is going to be a factor here, so decide how you want to spread your safari budget. If you’re only staying for a short time and plan on spending a lot of time out exploring, it might not be worth the cash for super luxurious accommodation.

On the other hand, if you’re planning to stay in one place for a while, I’d recommend splurging on a world-class safari lodge.

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Conservation at Safari Lodges

As soon as you set foot in the African wilderness, you will realize that a safari is so much more than just a vacation. Getting away from it all and being in the African bush will remind you how breathtakingly beautiful the world really is.

It’ll also remind you how important it is to preserve these natural habitats. When you are looking for a safari lodge, be sure to look up their conservation efforts.

If they aren’t giving back to the local environment, there’s a fair chance they are actually hurting it.

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Price of Staying at a Safari Lodge

Typically, I find you get what you pay for.

My experiences at luxury safari lodges have always been next-level amazing! It goes without saying that staying in places that cost over $1,000 per person per night can be incredibly indulgent. However, you can find safari experiences for less.

Though, with cheaper options, tread carefully. Often, modestly priced lodges are not all-inclusive, so you might end up paying more for extra activities and alcoholic drinks.

Some budget picks also tend to be more crowded. From the lodge to the game drive, things can get packed. Before you book, try to establish how many guests a property can accommodate. It is a good sign when the safari-lodge website explicitly states how many people will be on game drives.

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