Luxury Camp Essentials for Your Next Getaway
- Mateo
- Jun 11
- 4 min read
If you love camping, but you’re tired of the regular setup of a tent, a fire, and a sleeping bag, then you may need a few luxury touches. Here are some of the best choices when it comes to adding some luxury to your next camping trip.
Sleeping Pad & Pillow
Whether you are using one of the roof top tents by Intrepid, or a large 6-person tent, sleeping comfortably is a must. Because of this, you need to invest in a sleeping pad and an inflatable camping pillow.
Not only are they lightweight and easy to travel with, but they add a level of comfort to your sleeping that you didn’t know you needed. You will never go back to sleeping on a mat or on the ground again.
Camping Sink
When you are camping for an extended period, cleanliness and hygiene become a priority. Whether it be washing yourself, just your hands, or even your dishes and clothes, a camping sink is a lifesaver.
Some run on a pump, while others can be plugged into a power source. You can put freshwater in the base, and the dirty water is stored in a separate tank that you can dispose of.
Portable Camping Shower
Beyond a sink, a camping shower is easily one of the best luxuries you can have on your adventure. They come in all shapes and sizes, but the best ones are the inflatable or foldable ones that give you all the privacy you need.
Once again, they either use a pump system or an electric system, and you can fill them with hot or cold water, allowing you to shower with ease. Staying clean is a must when camping, and this makes it easier than ever.
Porta-Potti
If you have ever camped before, especially somewhere away from an established campsite, you know that going to the bathroom isn’t always the most glamorous activity. However, nowadays, there are ways to change this.
Many brands are making compostable portable toilets that are lightweight, super easy to set up and clean, and making going to the bathroom a far more comfortable experience.
Air Chairs
Camping chairs just don’t cut it anymore when there are plenty of air chairs on the market today. Ranging from single-seater chairs, to entire sofas, air chairs are the best way to add some exceptional comfort to your campsite.
Additionally, even if you don’t have an electric pump to inflate them, they don’t take long to inflate, and the comfort will most definitely be worth the effort.
Heated Sleeping Bag
If you like to camp where it is colder, or simply during the Winter, staying warm can sometimes feel like a never-ending battle. However, what could be more luxurious and warmer than a heated sleeping bag?
With a push of a button, similar to a heated blanket, your sleeping bag will get nice and toasty and keep you warm through the night. Plus, many have timers, which will stop you from overheating or potentially causing a fire hazard while you sleep.
Portable Power Station
While we all know about power banks and solar panels for recharging devices, the real luxurious upgrade that you need is a portable power station. These beasts can be charged up and used to power everything from your electric stove and water pumps, to lighting, laptops, and everything in between.
While they are expensive, they are a worthwhile investment considering the amount of power they store and the variety of things you can use them for.
Outdoor Camping Oven
Cooking is another activity you are going to do regularly, and while a pan and a fire will do the job for some, a camping oven takes your cooking to the next level. Plus, they use gas, meaning there is no need to start a fire or use any electricity.
Additionally, many camping ovens come with a hob with two burners, meaning you can fry and bake almost anything you want, and you don’t have to stick to easy camping food or MREs.
Camping Washing Machine
Adding to the idea of staying clean, a washing machine is a luxury touch that will ensure you have fresh and clean clothes every day of your trip. There are generally two kinds to choose from; a hand-cranked machine, or an electric one.
The electric one is much better, and typically offers a gentle or regular wash, a spin cycle, and a rinse cycle. While their capacities are generally quite low, you often don’t need to wash a lot of clothes at once anyway.
Foldable Storage Unit
Finally, living out of your bag is never that fun if you are going to be camping for an extended period, and therefore, you need a storage unit. Foldable camping storage units come in all shapes and sizes, allowing you to have drawers, a closet, or a combination of both.
Since they are foldable and lightweight, they won’t take up too much room, and considering some of them are modular, you have the option to set up only what you need, when you need it.