Featuring over 200 of the best campsites, huts, glamping, and bush camping spots in Australia and New Zealand for the ultimate nature-based escape.

Each of the 9 regional chapters highlight the top locations for camping, glamping, or cabin-style accommodation, as well as essential information on the rules and regulations of free camping, safety considerations, and where to buy camping supplies locally.

Inside Lonely Planet’s Under the Stars Camping Australia and New Zealand:

• More than 200 of the best places to spend the night under canvas in Australia and New Zealand
• Divided into 9 regional chapters and organised by each of Australia's states and territories (the Australian Capital Territory is combined with New South Wales) as well as New Zealand's North and South Islands
• 12 full-page outdoor activity guides provide a deep-dive of must-try experiences and local highlights in each region including surfing, four wheel driving, aboriginal rock art, indigenous experiences, wine tasting, paddling adventures, mountain biking, the great bathing trail, wildflowers, bikepacking, wildlife, and great walks
• Includes practical information and essential details on the best practice for leave-no-trace travelling, staying safe, best time to camp, amenities available, accessibility, cost, and useful contact details
• Features full colour photography and locator maps throughout as well as a beautiful front cover illustrated by Ignasi Font
• Featured destinations include Kosciuszko National Park, Thomson Bridge Campground, Whitsunday Island National Park, Aquila Glamping, Rosie Bay Campsite and many more.

PR & Media

The release of Lonely Planet’s Under the Stars Camping Australia and New Zealand is being supported by a campaign that includes:

• Significant media and PR outreach targeting broadsheet, long lead lifestyle, activity and travel media 
• Extracts, Interviews, and Q&A’s

Marketing Campaign Assets

To support the release of Lonely Planet's Under the Stars Camping Australia and New Zealand, we have created a suite of assets that can be used by retailers to promote the book to customers.

Releasing from 22nd March 2024 (AU only)