🏕️ How to Start Your Own Campsite in India: A Guide for Dreamers

Do you dream of building a space where people can pitch tents, sit by the fire, and reconnect with nature? With India’s growing love for the outdoors, now is the perfect time to turn that dream into reality. This guide will help you understand what it takes to start your own campsite in India and how Campshala can support you in reaching the right audience.

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🌿 Why Now Is the Right Time to Start a Campsite in India

More travelers are swapping hotel rooms for starry nights and mountain air. From millennials seeking weekend getaways to families craving meaningful vacations, camping in India is on the rise. Adding glamping tents, mudhouses, or eco-friendly cabins only increases your appeal.

Whether you’re in Himachal, Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, or even near metro cities like Bangalore or Delhi, there’s a growing audience looking for your kind of stay.

✨ Steps to Start Your Campsite

1️⃣ Find the Perfect Location

Look for land with:

Scenic views (mountains, rivers, forests)
Easy accessibility (near roads, yet quiet)
Basic amenities (water source, electricity if possible)

Pro Tip: Even a small orchard, farm, or unused plot can be transformed with creativity.

2️⃣ Decide Your Stay Types

Options include:

Basic tents for backpackers
Luxury glamping tents for couples and families
Treehouses, A-frames, mudhouses for experimental stays
RV parking spots for vanlifers

3️⃣ Build Sustainable Facilities

Keep it eco-friendly:

Composting toilets or bio-toilets
Solar lighting
Rainwater harvesting

4️⃣ Get Required Permissions

Regulations vary by state. You may need:

Land use clearance
Local panchayat/NOC approvals
Tourism board registration (for commercial setups)

5️⃣ Set Up Basic Services

Offer:

Clean bedding & restrooms
Safe drinking water
Bonfire & common sitting area
Optional food (simple local meals work best)

6️⃣ Market Your Campsite

This is where Campshala comes in.

🚀 Why List Your Campsite on Campshala?

Starting a campsite is exciting but getting noticed can be challenging. That’s why Campshala exists — to help you:

✅ Reach travelers looking for offbeat camping in India
✅ Showcase your property with stunning photos and stories
✅ Avoid OTA commissions (you keep 100% of your earnings)
✅ Get direct inquiries and build your brand

🎁 Limited Offer for New Hosts

The first 20 listings on Campshala are completely free. After that, there’s a one-time listing fee of ₹1000 — no renewal or hidden charges.

Be one of the first to join and get featured across our launch campaigns.

💡 Inspiring Campsite Ideas

🍃 A hillside orchard with luxury tents
🪵 Riverside bamboo huts for couples
🌳 Tree tents in a forested area
🚐 RV stopover on a scenic route

You don’t need huge investments — start small, test, and grow as demand builds.

📞 Ready to Bring Your Campsite Dream to Life?

Start today and let Campshala help you connect with India’s growing tribe of nature lovers.

👉 Submit Your Campsite Listing Here

Or DM us on Instagram @campshala for a friendly chat.

Your land. Your vision. India’s next favorite campsite.

How to Start Your Own Campsite in India: A Guide for Dreamers