ORBOST BIKE TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Sleep Differently on the Great East: cottages, glamping and retro vans on a four‑night Orbost getaway
A practical guide to the Accomodation Upgrades for the Great East Rail Trail Ride — explains the range of non‑camping options available across the event’s four nights and what’s included.
Sleep Differently on the Great East: cottages, glamping and retro vans on a four‑night Orbost getaway.
This four‑night experience around Orbost replaces a single camping model with multiple overnight choices — family cottages, bunkhouses, powered caravan sites, glamping tents, retro vans and an operator‑set 'Easy Camp' option — each designed to suit different budgets and comfort levels.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A curated selection of upgraded places to sleep
Upgrade options extend beyond traditional camping to include caravan powered sites, family cottages and bunkhouses, glamping tents and retro vans — letting riders pick comfort levels that suit them for the full event.
Ready‑made nights: 'Easy Camp' and linen where available
For those who want minimal fuss, the 'Easy Camp' option provides a large tent set up by the operator with two self‑inflating sleeping mats; many upgraded options include linen and towels as part of the package.
Know which extras are and aren’t included
Linen and towels are supplied for all upgrade options except BYO caravan powered sites and standard camping — check individual item descriptions on the operator’s site to confirm specific inclusions.
What the day feels like
How the upgraded stay feels
Across four nights, the Accomodation Upgrades replace the default camping offer with a menu of staffed and self‑contained options: choose higher‑comfort cottages or bunkhouses, a glamping tent or retro van, a powered caravan site, or the operator‑set Easy Camp where basic sleeping mats are provided.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who benefits from an accommodation upgrade — and who should stick with standard camping.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Accommodation Upgrade prices and options are calculated for the event’s four nights (Thursday 3rd, Friday 4th, Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th).
Standard Event Registration assumes you bring your own camping gear (tent, sleeping mat, etc.). The Easy Camp upgrade includes a large tent and two self‑inflating sleeping mats provided by the operator.
Linen and towels are provided with all paid accommodation upgrades except for BYO caravan powered sites and standard camping — check the specific accommodation item descriptions for details.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long do the accommodation upgrades cover?
Upgrade pricing and options apply to the full four nights of the event (Thursday 3rd through Sunday 6th).
Is camping still included with standard registration?
Yes — standard Event Registration includes camping accommodation and campsite facilities for the four nights, and you must provide your own camping gear.
What does the Easy Camp option include?
Easy Camp is an operator‑set option where a large tent is provided and set up, and two self‑inflating sleeping mats are supplied.
Are linen and towels included with upgrades?
Linen and towels are provided with all accommodation upgrade options except for BYO caravan powered sites and standard camping; always check the specific item descriptions.
Can I bring my own caravan and still upgrade?
BYO caravan powered sites are an available option, but note that linen and towels are not included for BYO caravan powered sites.