The Best Gifts for Campers

The Vango Skye 500 offers the perfect blend of features, space, and ease of use for the money. There are cheaper family tents available but you begin to compromise a lot on quality. Case in point, the Decathlon Quechua Family Tents will save you money but it scored lower in every test. With the Vango Skye, you get a user-friendly tent with a comfortable built-in vestibule. These alone provide great family-friendly options. Add in plenty of storage, and additional mesh panels behind the bedrooms to maximise ventilation, and you really can't go wrong with this tent. Vango consistently score high in our rests for reliability, and their innovations over the years (such as the TBSII Tension Band System) mean you’re getting a quality product from a brand well-known for its quality. Now, whilst not the cheapest model it is still a far cry from the premium air tents at the top end of family camping and as such has its few flaws. The pitching instructions provided aren’t great (we used a video tutorial, which helped a lot) and it is a bit of a pain to get back into its storage bag. However, all things considered these are minor issues and the Vango Skye is a truly exceptional family tent that offers great value and is likely outlast and outperform similar tents in this price range.

For the serious wild camper or backpacker in your life the Terra Nova Laser Compact 1 is the ultimate present. With an overall packed weight of just over 1kg and one of the smallest pack sizes this is a perfect option for pack focussed campers where every ounce counts. Easy to pitch, manufactured to an exceptionally high standard, and FastPack option – use with the flysheet and groundsheet protector for an even lighter shelter.

Get the camper in your life excited for their next overnight with the Robens Moraine III Synthetic Sleeping Bag. Its 3-season warmth, thoughtful features and spacious geometry (great for side sleepers) make it a versatile pick for many types of campers.   Plus, this bag appeals to outdoor adventurers across experience levels, so you can feel good about your gift regardless of where your loved one is on their camp journey. With its high-quality synthetic insulation, durable construction, and practical features, the Moraine III Synthetic Sleeping Bag offers a cozy and restful sleep experience for campers and hikers in various weather conditions.

A must-have for any camping obsessive has to be a decent sleeping mat. And the recipient of this inflatable sleep mat from Highlander will never again suffer a bad night’s sleep. It is ultralight only 415g and packs down nice and compact so perfect for those who like to travel light but don’t want to compromise on comfort. Its innovative air cell baffles ensure even pressure distribution across the mattress, promising optimal comfort and warmth without adding bulk. Say goodbye to chilly nights and hello to peaceful slumber with the Nap-Pak.

Has your potential giftee borrowed your stove one time too many. Or perhaps this gift will inspire them to wake up first and get the coffee ready. Whatever the reason, you can't go wrong with a Trangia. Steeped in a rich heritage stretching back to 1925, Trangia Stoves have been the go-to choice for many a camper. Their ultralight stoves are 50% stronger than ordinary aluminium, and the gas burner provides more heat than the conventional meths burner without leaving any deposits on the pans.

Fuel your loved one's next adventure with the perfect backpack for outdoor adventures. It's ideal for wild camping and multi-day hikes thanks to it's adjustable back system, peripheral aluminium frame, air mesh back panel, large front pocket, great for storing waterproofs and flysheets, hip belt storage, unique load stabilising compression, large mesh side pockets and hip-belt storage.

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This impressive Outdoor Lantern from DAB Radio manufacturer Pure impressed us earlier in the year. Equipped with a 360-degree speaker and IPX6-rated so capable of withstanding a heavy downpour we loved this multi-functional lantern. There are various light settings and a rope handle from which to hang it!

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The Vango Flux Headtoch is a great choice for campers offering afforable quality and comfort. Pitch your tent in the dark without having to try and use and balance the torch on your phone (yes, I've been there...). The output on the highest setting is a respectable 120 Lumens.

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A decent pair of walkie talkies can be a great addition to camping trip. Whether your on a campsite our out on the wild, mobile signal can't always be relied upon so this can be a the perfect way to keep in touch if your camping with company. The Motorola T92's are fully waterproof, offer a battery life of up to 16 hours, and a range of up to 10km. They are license-free so ready to use straight out the box and even come with a carry case for easier transportation and storage.