Our Favourite Tents for 1-4 People.

Whether it’s a trip to the Lakes with your family, or a spot of wild camping with your mates, choosing the right tent can be tricky. We’ve selected our favourites for between 1 and 4 people for any occasion.

Heimplanet The Cave Inflatable Tent.

German company Heimplanet revolutionised the tent in 2011, when they released The Cave. The Cave is an inflatable tent that features a geodesic design, with 10 crossing points which not only allows the tent to be pitched within minutes, but also makes the tent extremely stable. The tent is completely waterproof, and extra durable thanks to its double ripstop, polyester construction. This tent is suitable for 2-3 people.

WILDLAND Wild Cruiser 250 Roof Top Tent.

If you want a tent that you can sleep in wherever your car is, the WILDLAND Wild Cruised is perfect. The rooftop tent is super easy to erect, and sleeps up to 4 people comfortably. The tent features an aluminium frame for added stability, as well as an aluminium ladder. The tent also features large, windows surrounding the tent, giving you 360 degree views. These windows also feature a UPF 50+ rating, to provide protection from the sun. The tent comes with an in built foam mattress, for extra comfort, as well as in built pockets for storage. The tent is also waterproof, as well as durable as it is also constructed from ripstop.

Hi-Gear Lavvu Air Elite Tipi Tent.

If you’re after a tent with a bit more height and living space, this one’s for you. This Hi-Gear tent comes in a Tipi style, giving it noticeable height, perfect for if the weather turns and you need somewhere to chill out and wait for the rain to pass. Traditional tipi tents feature a pole in the middle of the living area. Hi-Gear however have managed to get rid of this, with their Air Elite inflatable technology. This also means the tent can be pitched in a matter of minutes. This tent sleeps 3 people comfortably and features a number of windows to let the light in, as well as ventilation throughout. The tent is waterproof and ripstop.

MSR Elixir 1 Backpacking Tent.

Here’s one for you solo adventurers. The versatile MSR Elixir 1 features a large vestibule for storage, as well as internal storage for smaller items. The fully adaptable rainfly allows for views of your surroundings and the mix of mesh panels and solid panels allow for both privacy and breathability. The tent is quick and easy to set up, thanks to the MSR Elixir Footprint. This tent sleeps 1 person comfortably.