The Riverview Wild Spa at On The Clarence Camping offers more than just a sauna and hot tub—it’s an outdoor wellness experience designed to help you slow down and reconnect with nature. You’ll also create unforgettable memories beside the beautiful Clarence River.
Whether you love the satisfaction of building your own fire, prefer arriving to everything perfectly prepared, or you’re planning a special gathering with family or friends, there’s a Riverview Wild Spa experience designed to suit your style.
So, which experience is right for you? Here’s what you can expect from each option and how to make the most of your visit.
Option 1: The Hands-On Experience (Self-Setup)
If you’re someone who enjoys camping, cooking over a fire, or simply loves being involved in the experience from beginning to end, the Hands-On Experience is for you.
This option allows you to enjoy the traditional ritual of preparing your own wood-fired sauna and hot tub. We’ll provide everything you need, including firewood, water, sauna hats, and easy-to-follow instructions. From there, it’s your adventure.
There’s something incredibly rewarding about lighting the fire and watching the sauna gradually warm up. Likewise, tending the flames as the hot tub reaches the perfect temperature is special. Rather than simply arriving at a spa, you’ll become part of the process. This makes the experience feel even more authentic.
We recommend arriving around 2:30 PM. This gives you plenty of time to light the fires and prepare the sauna and hot tub. Additionally, you can settle into the peaceful surroundings before enjoying your wellness session.
Once everything is ready, spend time alternating between the wood-fired sauna and the hot tub. If you’re feeling adventurous, take a refreshing dip in the Clarence River. Simply relax while listening to nature all around you.
After your session, you’ll also take part in the final stage of the experience by allowing the fires to burn down naturally and completing a simple clean-up. Many guests enjoy this slower pace, finding that every part of the experience—from lighting the first match to packing up afterwards—helps them disconnect from everyday life.
This experience is perfect for couples, adventurous travelers, campers, and anyone who enjoys the satisfaction of doing things themselves.
Option 2: The Turnkey Retreat (Full Setup)
Want all the relaxation without any of the preparation?
The Turnkey Retreat is designed for guests who simply want to arrive, unwind, and enjoy every moment.
When you arrive, your wood-fired sauna will already be beautifully heated. Your hot tub will be steaming and ready for your soak. Our team will have prepared everything before your arrival and completed the setup. Furthermore, you’ll receive an initial safety briefing so you can relax knowing everything is ready to enjoy.
We recommend arriving around 4:00 PM, when the spa is at its ideal temperature.
This option is perfect if you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, honeymoon, or simply treating yourself to a peaceful escape. Spend your afternoon moving between the sauna, the hot tub, and the riverside. Enjoy uninterrupted views of the Clarence River without worrying about managing the fire.
When your session is over, there’s no need to think about cleaning or packing away. Our team will take care of the cleanup, allowing you to end your visit feeling completely relaxed.
If your idea of wellness is arriving, switching off, and letting someone else handle the details, this is the perfect choice.
Option 3: Wild Spa Retreat (Full Day Setup)
Planning a unique day out with family or friends?
The Wild Spa Retreat transforms the Riverview Wild Spa into your own private outdoor wellness destination for the day.
Designed for larger groups, this experience gives you exclusive access to the Riverview Wild Spa from morning until midnight. Therefore, you have endless opportunities to relax, celebrate, and reconnect together.
Before you arrive, our team prepares everything for you. The sauna and hot tub will already be heated. Firewood and water will be supplied, sauna hats will be waiting, and you’ll receive a safety briefing before beginning your experience.
The extended access means there’s no need to rush. Spend the morning enjoying the peaceful riverside surroundings. Next, relax in the sauna during the afternoon. Soak in the hot tub as the sun sets, and finish the evening beneath a sky full of stars.
It’s an unforgettable way to celebrate birthdays, family gatherings, reunions, special occasions, or simply spend quality time together. You’ll be away from busy schedules and digital distractions.
The Wild Spa Retreat offers a rare opportunity to enjoy an entire day surrounded by nature. You can share meaningful moments with the people who matter most.
Make It Even Better with the Wood-Fired Cooking Experience
Once your hot tub has reached the perfect temperature and you’ve enjoyed a few sauna sessions, it’s time to gather around the fire once again.
Bring along your favorite food, drinks, and an esky packed with fresh ingredients. Using the campfire grill over the wood-fired fire pit, you can prepare a delicious outdoor meal. Meanwhile, continue to enjoy the riverside atmosphere.
Whether it’s sizzling steaks, fresh seafood, vegetables, or a simple barbecue, cooking over an open fire becomes part of the overall experience. It’s relaxed, social, and a wonderful way to spend time together between sauna sessions.
Many guests say sharing a wood-fired meal beside the Clarence River becomes one of the highlights of their visit.
What Should You Bring?
To make the most of your Riverview Wild Spa experience, we recommend bringing everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing afternoon.
Bring your own towels—one for sitting on in the sauna and another for drying off afterwards. A robe or warm layer is perfect for staying comfortable between the sauna, hot tub, and riverside. Furthermore, slip-on shoes or sandals make it easy to move around safely, and plenty of drinking water will help you stay hydrated throughout your session.
If you’re planning to enjoy the wood-fired cooking experience, don’t forget your favorite food, drinks, and anything you’d like to cook over the fire.
Your Outdoor Wellness Escape Awaits
No matter which Riverview Wild Spa experience you choose, you’ll discover something that’s becoming increasingly rare—a chance to truly slow down.
Feel the warmth of the wood-fired sauna. Soak in the hot tub overlooking the Clarence River and breathe in the fresh country air. Enjoy good food around the fire, and reconnect with nature at your own pace.
Whether you’re looking for a hands-on adventure, a fully prepared retreat, or an unforgettable day with family and friends, the Riverview Wild Spa at On The Clarence Camping offers an experience unlike any other.
Your riverside wellness escape is waiting.
Key Takeaways
- Choose the Riverview Wild Spa experience that matches your style, whether you enjoy the hands-on process of preparing your own wood-fired sauna and hot tub, prefer a fully set-up wellness retreat, or want an exclusive full-day spa experience with family and friends.
- Experience the unique charm of a wood-fired sauna and hot tub beside the Clarence River, where the warmth of natural fire, fresh country air, and peaceful riverside views create an unforgettable outdoor wellness escape.
- Reconnect with nature and unwind at your own pace by moving between the sauna, hot tub, and river, taking time to relax, recharge, and enjoy the slower rhythm of the outdoors.
- Complete your visit with the wood-fired cooking experience, bringing your favourite food and drinks to prepare a delicious meal over the campfire while soaking up the beautiful riverside atmosphere.
- Be prepared for a comfortable and enjoyable visit by bringing towels, a robe or warm layer, slip-on shoes, drinking water, and your favourite ingredients if you plan to enjoy the campfire cooking experience.
- Perfect for couples, families, groups, and special occasions, the Riverview Wild Spa offers a unique way to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, reunions, or simply spend quality time together in nature.
- More than just a spa, the Riverview Wild Spa at On The Clarence Camping is a one-of-a-kind outdoor wellness experience, combining wood-fired relaxation, riverside tranquillity, and unforgettable moments that will leave you feeling refreshed, reconnected, and inspired to return.
