Glamping in Wonthaggi

Victoria packs more glamping variety into a few hours’ drive than almost anywhere else in Australia: vineyard estates twenty minutes from Melbourne, alpine retreats in the High Country, and coastal hideaways along the Great Ocean Road all count as a weekend away. Our directory currently lists over twenty glamping stays across the state, clustered around a handful of regions worth knowing before you book.

Where to go glamping in Victoria

The Yarra Valley and wine country north-east of Melbourne is the easiest option if you’re short on time, places like BIG4 Yarra Valley Park Lane Holiday Park put you among vineyards and day-trip distance from the city. West towards the goldfields, Bendigo, Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges combine hot springs, wineries and gold-rush history: Balgownie Estate Bendigo and Daylesford Holiday Park are both good bases.

For genuine wilderness, the Grampians (Gariwerd) delivers sandstone ranges, waterfalls and some of the best stargazing in the state: Halls Gap Lakeside Tourist Park sits right at the entrance to the national park. Victoria’s High Country, around Bright and Mansfield, swaps rock for alpine forest and is worth it for the drive alone; try Alpine Nature Experience in Bright. Closer to Melbourne, the Dandenong Ranges and Bellarine Peninsula both make an easy half-day trip, while further along the coast the Mornington Peninsula (hot springs and beaches within an hour of the city) and the Great Ocean Road and Gippsland round out the state’s coastal options, from Peninsula Hot Springs to the cliff-top stays near Wye River and Inverloch.

Best time to go glamping in Victoria

Spring (September–November) and autumn (March–May) are the sweet spot: warm enough for canvas tents without summer fire-season restrictions, and timed well for Grampians wildflowers or goldfields autumn colour. Summer suits the coastal spots along the Great Ocean Road, Gippsland and Mornington Peninsula, while winter is when the High Country’s hot springs and fire pits earn their keep. It’s worth checking a stay allows open fires or has gas heating before booking a winter weekend.

What does glamping in Victoria cost?

Expect roughly $150–$250 a night for a well-equipped bell tent or cabin for two, rising past $400 for architect-designed domes or estate accommodation with a private hot tub. If budget is the priority, our guide on whether cheap glamping actually exists is worth reading before you book. Victoria has some genuinely affordable options if you know where to look.

Common questions

Is glamping in Victoria pet-friendly? A growing number of stays now allow dogs, particularly in the High Country and Gippsland. See our pet-friendly glamping guide for specifics before you book.

Can I book a glamping wedding venue in Victoria? Yes, vineyard estates like Balgownie are popular for exactly this. Our glamping wedding venues guide covers several Victorian options in more detail.

What’s the best region for a first glamping trip in Victoria? The Yarra Valley or Daylesford/Macedon Ranges, both under two hours from Melbourne, so you get the experience without a long drive.

Browse the full list of Victorian stays below, or see our state-by-state guide to glamping in Australia for how Victoria compares to the rest of the country.