Escape into the wilderness of Wicklow with Tipi Adventures, where you can learn bushcraft by day and unwind in a cozy hammock by night. Discover the region’s natural beauty through a rustic, eco-friendly camping experience alive with forest sounds and scenic views.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days
Fitness Level
Moderate physical fitness required to participate comfortably in bushcraft activities and setup camping gear.
Wildlife
History
Wicklow has a long history dating back to medieval times, with over 200 recorded castles, including some near the woodland areas.
Conservation
Tipi Adventures emphasizes eco-friendly practices, ensuring that all activities minimize environmental impact and promote sustainability.
Tipi Adventures
Escape into the wilderness of Wicklow with Tipi Adventures, where you can learn bushcraft by day and unwind in a cozy hammock by night. Discover the region’s natural beauty through a rustic, eco-friendly camping experience alive with forest sounds and scenic views.
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.
Choose the right season
Spring and summer offer milder weather and vibrant landscapes, while autumn provides stunning foliage colors.
Pack essential gear
Bring sturdy hiking boots, weather-appropriate clothing, and a headlamp for night activities.
Respect wildlife
Keep a safe distance from all animals and avoid disturbing their habitat.
Follow Leave No Trace principles
Help preserve Wicklow’s beauty by packing out all trash and minimizing impact.
Hiking boots
Sturdy footwear suitable for walking on uneven forest terrain.
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Weather-appropriate clothing
Layered clothing to stay comfortable regardless of weather conditions.
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Headlamp
Provides hands-free lighting for night-time activities around the campfire.
Camping hammock
A compact, durable hammock for relaxing amid nature, included in the experience.
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