The rooftop tent is a 4×4 off-roading essential that we’re proud to supply. The ease, convenience and comfort of sleeping on the roof of your vehicle can make every trip feel like an adventure while providing the cosy base you need to rest up and start all over again the next day!
This elevated style of camping is a game changer. Rooftop tents keep pests at bay, enhance comfort when you’re far from home, and are super quick and easy to set up and dismantle. In fact, with the right rooftop tent, the world is quite literally your oyster as Trail and Summit explains:
“Many people use RTTs on their off-road or 4×4 vehicles, and since the tent goes wherever the vehicle goes, it can open up a lot of places where car camping would otherwise be impractical. Even if you have driven to a place where there are no wide flat places to put a ground tent, if you can use blocks to level your vehicle, your RTT will still function comfortably.”
We stock several rooftop tents that will provide the perfect home-from-home when venturing off-road. Here we reveal our top five – in no particular order of course!
ARB Simpson III
Tried and tested, the ARB Simpson III is one of the highest-rated rooftop tents around, and for good reason. The Simpson III is the product of years of experience and has enjoyed an enviable reputation as a result.
This expertly engineered tent is made with durability and ease of operation in mind. It takes just minutes to unfold and is just as easily packed away. The tent also comes with an access ladder, high-density foam mattress, annexe, UV-stable PVC cover, and mounting hardware.
ARB Flinders
One of the newest rooftop tents designs from renowned brand ARB, the Flinders tent offers all the innovation you’d expect. Its PVC cover is particularly revolutionary, with its pullover clip lock and sturdy zip, making it a permanent yet time-saving attachment.
Thanks to its curved roof, the ARB Flinders roof tent offers more space than the Simpson III – see how all of ARB’s roof tents compare – with improved head height when setup and compact size when packed down.
ARB Esperance
If you’re looking for a little more luxury, check out the ARB Esperance. This flagship product is top-of-the-range and ultra-durable, with its hard shell design really setting it apart from soft shell alternatives.
Despite its hard shell case, the Esperance has an ultra-low height when packed. You’ll also get to sleep under the stars thanks to its large roof window. Like the Flinders roof tent, the Esperance uses curved roof poles to maximise space. Its specially vented design also maximises airflow and reduces condensation to put your comfort first.
Dometic TRT 140
For an extremely easy-to-operate roof tent that can be set up very quickly indeed, the Dometic TRT 140 Inflatable Roof Top Tent should be your choice. Suitable for cars and 4WD vehicles, and available with an optional awning for the ultimate camping setup, this innovative design can be inflated in just 100 seconds!
As well as providing a 12v Gale air pump as standard, the Dometic TRT 140 offers a comfortable, convenient and protective shelter for two.
Dometic TRT 120E
Another premium product from Swedish brand Dometic, the TRT 120E 12v Electric Powered Roof Top Tent is just as easy to use. It can even be controlled by a wireless remote for added convenience. This inflatable tent is well insulated and highly water resistant, with its double-layered windows striking the perfect balance to offer ventilation and protection from creepy crawlies.
Shop all our roof tents and accessories, including the designs mentioned above, right here.
