Upmarket camping

Camping has gone upmarket at two local campgrounds, with the introduction of luxury, furnished tents.

Beds, kitchenette, table and chairs are among the items provided.

Auckland Council introduced the glamping option at its holiday parks in Orewa and Wenderholm last week.

It says by giving campers the option of just bringing food and clothing, it makes camping more accessible.

Glamping at Orewa costs $110 per night (for two people) or $138 per night at Wenderholm (four people).

The glamping tents will be up until the end of April, depending on the weather, and could be brought back next summer.