While stargazing in the elements may conjure thoughts of insect-inflicted skin and dank, damp clothing, an Australian-first glamping experience offers an alternative. A clear inflatable bubble tent, with only the sound of your breath to bother you and the warmth of your loved one nestled close by your side.
In Episode 2 of Slow Stays we welcome you to Bubbletent Australia, three transparent bubbles overlooking the world’s second-largest canyon.
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Located on over 1000 acres, three hours north west of Sydney CBD and halfway between Lithgow and Mudgee, lies three perfectly sized transparent tents for your viewing pleasure. Apart from overlooking the second widest canyon in the world – New South Wales’ Capertee Valley – the location is also one of the 50 IBA (Important Bird Area) sanctuaries, making bird-watching and wildlife appreciation a world-class experience.
The owners of Bubbletent Australia keep their exact location on a need-to-know basis. Both Sonny and Mayu have a background in theatre, so they pride themselves in setting a dramatically secret scene even in the lead up to their guests’ special getaway. Before arrival, you receive an interactive SMS which explains the tent’s location as well as details on things like where the fridge is located, or how to light a fire.
Sonny and Mayu were originally inspired by a trip to New Zealand, travelling around the country in a motorhome to go stargazing in its pristine natural environment, and in particular, a visit to Mount John Observatory, Mount Tekapo. Sonny describes getting out of the car at the top of the mountain as the most magical experience of his life. Coming from the city, where one can see around 50 stars, they were lucky enough to score a crystal-clear night, plus a meteor shower without any light pollution. They were suddenly in a scene with around 3000 stars dancing overhead, which Sonny describes as profoundly life-changing. Not wanting the night to end, they dragged their motorhome mattress outside in the freezing cold to continue to drink it all in.
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DOP and Edit: Krista Eppelstun
Drone video: Michael Eppelstun
Astro video: Greg Priestley
Additional video: Chris Meier
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