Safari Tents
Our super Safari Tents are a fantastic way to get the benefits of camping in Cumbria, without having to compromise on comfort. Glamping is hugely popular and with these Safari Tents, you can see exactly why.
Set in a private woodland glade in our award-winning holiday park in the Lake District, these unique safari tents are fully self-sufficient with a built in deck. Sit out on the comfy furniture for al fresco drinks and dining. You’ll be placed in the lap of nature. Don’t be at all surprised to see deer casually wandering past, or red squirrels chasing each other up and down the trees next to your tent! Experience glamping in the Lake District like never before!
Luxury Glamping in The Lake District
Our spacious Safari Tents in Cumbria contain one double bedroom and a second bedroom with four adult sized single bunks. There is also a bathroom with shower, kitchen and dining area.
The safari tents are located just a short distance from Ambleside and Windermere – the setting of the classic Swallows and Amazons. You will be in the perfect location to explore the most beautiful part of the National Park.
Both safari tents can accommodate a maximum of 6 adults.
Features
2 bedrooms 
1 bathroom 
Open plan diner 
Well equipped kitchen 
Flat sceen TV 
Environmentally responsible park Gallery
Safari Tents Booking Information
To start your own family adventure in Cumbria, use the availability checker or contact us to make your reservation today. We can’t wait to welcome you to our park!
Our glamping Safari Tents can be booked online for a minimum stay of 3 nights. Bookings can be made for arrival on Mondays or Fridays for anything up to a week.
We calculate the cost of your stay based upon the calendar of seasons shown below. Additionally, the longer you stay, the cheaper the nightly rate.
- 7 night stays, arrival on Monday or Friday.
- 2 and 3 night Weekend stays, arrival on Friday.
- 4 night mid-week stays, arrival on Monday.
Our Safari Tents tariff and prices are subject to seasonal change, the days of the week being booked and the duration of the booking being made. This makes it difficult to provide an accurate per-night tariff. Below are some examples to give an idea of costs.
- 7 nights in LOW season (green on calendar): £962.50
- 3 nights on the weekend in HIGH season (orange on calendar): £632.75
- 4 nights mid-week at the start of July: £481.25
We are happy to take bookings over the telephone. Call us on 015394 32277 or why not check availability and book online at any time of the day.
Please note that we can only accept assistance dogs in our Safari Tents. Unfortunately no other pets will be permitted.
Please be aware that the Safari Tents are constructed from canvas. As such they may become a little chilly at night during the colder times of year. We advise that you wrap up warm at night for bookings early and late in the season!
Safari Tent Facilities
Facilities for our Safari tents in the Lake District include:
- Well-equipped kitchen with twin-hob, dishwasher, microwave combi-oven, fridge, toaster and kettle, plus crockery, pans, glasses and cutlery
- Stylish 3 seater sofa
- 1 x rustic ‘fire effect’ indoor heater
- 1 gas heater
- Super king-size bed (bedding provided)
- 4x full sized single bunks (bedding also provided)
- Bathroom with shower, WC, sink and heated towel rail (towels provided)
- Superior linen, towels and soft furnishings
- Flat screen TV with built-in Freesat
- Individual private decking area with large table and four chairs
- Outdoor lighting
- Car parking (two spaces available per tent)
- Cadac BBQ (Gas included)
- Tea, coffee and sugar
- Basic toiletries
- USB ports
Video
FAQs
What time can we check in for our glamping stay?
You can check in between 4pm and 9pm.
If you are likely to arrive later, please inform Reception prior to your arrival to allow for arrangements to be made.
Can our friends and family visit us?
Of course, friends and family are more than welcome to visit! We are delighted to welcome new visitors at Skelwith. We ask that all visitors please sign in at Reception on arrival.
Are dogs and other pets allowed?
Skelwith Fold is a dog friendly park and pets are welcome in most areas, with a maximum of three dogs per touring caravan/motorhome.
We have a range of pet friendly accommodations from Holiday Cottages, Safari Suites, Safari Tents and Family Hideaways
All our glamping and cottage rentals allow a maximum of two well bahved dogs and we provide a large dog crate, bowl and basket and towel.
There is a small charge per dog staying with us at Skelwith Fold which helps to maintain the highest standard of stay for both dogs and people staying with us.
Please keep dogs on a short lead under strict control around all touring pitches, holiday homes and glamping units. Dogs may not be left unattended anywhere on the park at any time, including inside your accommodation. Please note that you are responsible for your pets at all time, including cleaning up after them and keeping noise to a minimum to avoid disturbing other guests.
We reserve the right to ask the owner of any dog which causes a nuisance or threat to remove it from the park immediately. We cannot accept any breeds listed under the Dangerous Dogs Act.
Are there hairdryers available?
Our glamping and cottage accommodations all have a hairdryer provided.
For touring customers, our shower blocks have hairdryers available inside which are free to use.
Can we have a barbecue?
Barbecues are permitted, but we ask that you not place them directly onto the ground, decking or picnic benches as this may cause damage. Please dispose of them responsibly.
Our glamping guests may wish to make use of the sheltered barbecue area located by the Family Hideaway units. Here there are frames built to hold a disposable barbecue tray which you can purchase from our park shop. Please leave this area as you would wish to find it. You may leave the disposable barbecue in the frames at this location for our wardens to dispose of.
If you are staying in the Greenhouse, a full gas BBQ is provided for your use.
Do you have WiFi?
Yes, WiFi is available at Skelwith Fold. Look for “Skelwith Fold WiFi” on your device when on the park, and follow the on-screen instructions to get online.
Please note that we are in a rural location and that we cannot always guarantee a WiFi signal.
Complimentary WiFi is available in each of our holiday cottages. See your Welcome pack on arrival for details on how to connect.
What do I need to bring for my glamping stay?
We provide all of the essentials you will need for your glamping stay. Take a look at the links below to find out about what is included in each of the glamping accommodation units we have at Skelwith.
Please be aware that the Safari Tents are constructed from canvas. As such they may become a little chilly at night during the colder times of year. We do provide a large indoor Gas heater, electric heater and extra blankets. We advise that you wrap up warm at night for bookings early and late in the season!
Are your glamping units wheelchair accessible?
At present our glamping units are not wheelchair accessible and have steps to entrance. They are also not designed to accommodate the use of a wheelchair inside.
Can I have a walkthrough of our safari tent?
Please watch this welcome video for you which will show you around your glamping accommodation. We have also tried to cover the most common questions here in our FAQs.
If you need any further assistance or advice, please contact Reception on 015394 32277 during office hours. Our Warden is available in an emergency after hours and can be contacted on 07513040186.
We hope you enjoy your stay with us at Skelwith Fold!
How do I prepare for departure?
On the day of your departure, we politely request that you strip your beds and place towels in the shower. The mattress and pillow protectors may be left in place as we will collect these for cleaning separately.
How do you use the heater in the main bedroom?
Open the front doors on the heater to reveal three buttons below the ‘logs’. The left hand button will turn the heater on or off. The middle button will set the heater to a low heat, while the right hand button will set it to a high heat.
How do you use the barbeque?
After removing the BBQ cover, remove the lid. Turn the dial on the front to the left until you hear a click as it automatically ignites.
Please help our housekeepers by cleaning this after each use. Thank you!
How do you open the safari tents?
To open your safari tent, lift each zip to the top of the door. Roll the canvas up to the top and then tie it securely using the straps at the top of the door.
How do you use the hob?
To use the hob, first set the timer using the dial on the left. Then turn the temperature dial to the setting you require. Please note – the hob will not work unless you set the timer.
How do you use the microwave?
Please refer to the guest information book for instructions on how to use the microwave.
How do you use the lounge heater?
To use the heater in the lounge, first of all lift the lid on top. On top of the gas canister inside, look for the dial with the green line. Turn this dial anti-clockwise to show a red flame facing you on the dial.
Then, turn the black dial on the heater (marked with heating level indicators) to the desired heat setting. While holding this, press the ignition button next to it. Finally, replace the lid on top of the heater.
Please note: for safety, please always turn the fire off when leaving your safari tent.