Budgalong Lodge

For those who crave the serenity of the wild but aren’t willing to compromise on luxury, Budgalong Lodge offers the perfect wild luxury escape.

 

You’re an avid wildlife and nature lover, always dreamt about pitching a tent in the wild, yet your not sure it would meet your luxury accommodation preference and demand for close proximity to good local food and wine. Well, meet outback NSW’s newest, must-visit stay for those seeking wild luxury – Budgalong Lodge. You’ll be perched on a mountaintop set among 500 acres of native scrub and grasslands, all while being a scenic 45-minute drive from world-renowned food and wine destination, Mudgee. 

How to get to Budgalong Lodge

• Three and a half hours south west from Tamworth.
• Just over a four hours drive along the Golden Highway from Newcastle, or via Mudgee for our Sydney friends.
• Just under five hours drive from Armidale.
• Just over seven hours south west from Coffs Harbour via Tamworth. 

Unmatched glamping luxury

Remote and remarkable, Budgalong Lodge offers two architecturally-designed luxury safari tented camps, Mountview Camp and Fairfield Camp. Each camp promises complete privacy and is positioned in the most breathtaking location, offering vast and expansive views of the colourful palette of Spicers Creek.

The interiors combine an unparalleled blend of authentic Australiana meets African safari life, with the distinctive combination of natural materials and modern earthy luxury inspired by life on the land, from the construction materials of African canvas through to luxurious linens and bedding by Australian B-Corp champions Eco downunder and Pony Rider. 

Inspired by the layers, tones and textures of the natural surroundings, the safari-style interiors offer the perfect setting for you to kickback and relax while being surrounded by the Australian bush.

Exclusive wildlife encounters and adventures

Guests of Budgalong Lodge are in the heart of a truly spectacular bird and native wildlife experience, where guests can enjoy slow days exploring the 500 acres of native scrub and grasslands by foot, mountain bike or from the deck chairs with a set of binoculars. 

For those looking to explore wildlife a little further, Budgalong Lodge is a 45-minute drive from Taronga Western Plains Zoo where you can meet more than 5000 animals from over 350 species – including African animals giraffe, lion and cheetah just to name a few. Alternatively, you will be a 40-minute drive to Wellington Caves which offers the opportunity to traverse a geological timeline stretching back 400 million years. You’ll witness the transformation of ancient underwater coral reefs to the majestic age of megafauna and the cultural heritage of our Nation’s First Peoples, dating back 50,000 years. 

Mudgee region is food and wine country

Good local food and wine runs in the culture of the Mudgee region and Spicers Creek town is also home to a friendly farming community that takes great pride in producing and growing high quality food. With so much good local food and wine in the region, stay a while at Budgalong Lodge knowing you’ll have time to savour Mudgee’s finest offerings.

Evenings under the stars

Evenings at Budgalong Lodge are nothing short of magical, as you star gaze the Southern Hemisphere, experiencing the serene elegance of the Australian bush by a crackling fire.

The heritage of Budgalong

Established in 1959, Budgalong is a part of a third-generation family farm spanning 7000 acres of native and cultivated pastures. As you approach the lodge entrance, you will spot a crop, sheep or cattle in the fields, a nod to the property’s rich agricultural heritage and the farmers’ passion to share their extraordinary nature experience with guests from near and far. This unique blend of Australiana eco-luxury on a working farm with a safari twist is the authenticity that defines the Budgalong Lodge experience.

Book your stay

Budgalong Lodge is the ultimate eco-luxury glamping escape, offering a luxury camping experience without packing the tent. Here, you’ll contribute to land conservation efforts while indulging in the finest local food, wine, and the natural beauty of the west. 

To book your stay, choose from two secluded luxury safari tented sites via these links. Mountview offers two king beds, while Fairfield offers two king beds or one king and two king singles. Whatever option you choose, this is an experience not to be missed. 

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