Camping in Basilicata

Camping in Basilicata reveals one of Italy’s most underrated landscapes—from wild Ionian beaches and the rugged Tyrrhenian cliffs to silent mountain villages and ancient cave settlements. Travelers can settle into remote wild-camping hideaways near forested peaks, find RV areas overlooking wide rural valleys, and stay at small family-run campsites surrounded by olive groves, chestnut forests, and traditional stone hamlets. Explore the dramatic canyons around Matera and its famous sassi cave dwellings, hike through Pollino National Park’s high ridges and untouched wilderness, or relax along the sandy shores of Metaponto and Marina di Pisticci. Basilicata’s mix of raw nature, deep history, and peaceful isolation makes it perfect for campers seeking quiet adventures far from Italy’s busy tourist routes.