# Fly-In Campgrounds Go 'Glamping' at New Zealand's Luxurious Minaret Station By Anne Giesen | Published 2012-04-07 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fly-in-campground References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/minaret-station-new-zealand-tented-camp/22045/) & [minaretstation](http://www.minaretstation.com/) If you have the money available and love luxury in the outdoors the Minaret Station fly-in campground is really worth visiting. Camping is usually one of the cheapest ways to travel, but in this case it won't be, so start saving your pennies. This fly-in campground in the Southern Alps is, as you maybe could guess, only accessible by air. The campground has [canvas tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canvascamp-mouflon-tent) but it doesn't have a lot in common with traditional camping. The tents provide private decks with hot tubs, king beds and enough hot water for endless showers. Guests don't have to worry about cooking a primitive meal either; the first class chef prepares the most delicious meals. If you want to get out of the luxury for a little bit the environment of the Minaret Station has a lot to offer: go hiking or fly-fishing, spot wild game animals or experience [high country farming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highcountry-unlimited-conestoga-camper). For guests that prefer luxury above the true outdoors, it is possible to discover the Fiorland West Coast by helicopter. A night at the Minaret Station is available from US $2,878 for the first two nights and additional nights are available at US $1,605. Compare this with an average campsite in New Zealand, which is only US $20 a night. Is the money worth it to you? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Camping:** Opportunity for luxury camping experiences that offer upscale amenities and unique outdoor settings. - **Fly-in Destinations:** Demand for fly-in destinations that offer exclusive access to remote and picturesque locations. - **Adventure Tourism:** Rise in demand for adventure tourism experiences that combine luxury accommodation with outdoor activities. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality and Tourism:** Innovations in hospitality and tourism industry to create luxury camping experiences in remote locations accessible by air. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Opportunities for outdoor recreation companies to offer unique fly-in camping experiences with upscale amenities. - **Travel and Leisure:** Disruptive innovation opportunities to design travel packages that combine luxury accommodations, outdoor activities, and exclusive fly-in destinations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Antarctica Glamping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/echo-camping-pods.md) - [Glamorous Camping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lulu-glamping.md) - [Luxurious Indoor Camping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-camping-experience.md) - [Bubbly Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubbly-camping-trailers.md) - [Glamping-Geared Campervan Rentals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campervan-rental.md) - [Angular Multi-Level Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokken-softshell-tent.md) - [Luxury Overlanding Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redtail-skyloft-camper.md) - [Upgraded Appointments Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-camping-trailers.md) - [Baby Boomer Glampsites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-boomer-glampsites.md)