Discover a peaceful camping retreat in Wicklow’s wilderness with Tipi Adventures. Surrounded by towering trees and vibrant wildlife, it’s perfect for a rustic escape that reconnects you with nature.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
Overnight
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, with light walking
Wildlife
History
Wicklow is rich in history, with ancient monastic sites and the famous Glendalough Valley just a short drive away.
Conservation
Tipi Adventures advocates for low-impact camping, encouraging guests to leave no trace and support local conservation efforts.
Tipi Adventures
Discover a peaceful camping retreat in Wicklow’s wilderness with Tipi Adventures. Surrounded by towering trees and vibrant wildlife, it’s perfect for a rustic escape that reconnects you with nature.
Tipi Adventures is a Rathdrum, County Wicklow-based outdoor experience provider offering tipi camping, trekking tents, tree tents, hammock stays, bushcraft courses, woodland sauna sessions and open-fire meals. The business lists camping options that include Hammock for 1, Trekking Tent for 1–3, Tree Tent for 2–3, Tipi for 4 and a Tipi Deluxe for 2, plus additional food-focused sessions such as evening meals (Friday–Sunday) and breakfast cooked over an open fire.
On-site programs cover practical outdoor skills: the Fundamental Outdoor Skills half-day is a 3-hour session that teaches fire-making, water harvesting and Leave No Trace principles. The Natural Living Skills programme expands into firecraft, shelter building, water purification and campfire cooking. Crafts sessions let guests make items like survival bracelets, carved spoons and bushcraft chairs using sustainably sourced materials.
The woodland setting near Laragh and Rathdrum provides opportunities for riverside relaxation and wild swims alongside guided sauna sessions. Evening meals highlight open-fire recipes such as Piri Piri Chicken Stack Burgers and BBQ Beef Brisket Baps prepared with local ingredients. Tipi Adventures lists experiences suitable for individuals, couples and small groups and provides hands-on instruction for beginners and intermediates.
Tipi Adventures is featured on The Adventure Collective, where trip listings and basic details are presented. Visitors should consult individual trip pages for up-to-date availability, group sizes, session lengths and weekend meal schedules.
Location
Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow
Woodland base near Laragh
Tours Offered
15
Camping and skills experiences
Campfire Cooking
Weekend meals
Open-fire breakfasts and dinners
Wellness & Skills
Sauna & Bushcraft
Woodland sauna and living skills
Reserve a tipi, tent or skills session in Rathdrum, County Wicklow — check individual trip pages for availability and booking details.
Arrive prepared for changing weather
Wicklow’s weather can be unpredictable; bring waterproof gear and layered clothing.
Use established trails for safety
Stick to marked trails and avoid walking alone after dark.
Respect local wildlife
Observe animals from a distance and avoid feeding them.
Leave no trace
Pack out all waste and minimize your impact.
Warm layers
Keep comfortable during cooler evenings and variable weather.
spring|fall|winter
Waterproof jacket
Protect yourself from rain and wind in Wicklow’s climate.
spring|fall|winter
Sturdy hiking boots
Ensure good grip on variable terrain.
Headlamp or flashlight
Useful for navigating around your campsite after dark.