Inflatable Boats for Camping Holidays
Inflatable Kayaks and Canoes: The Perfect Solution for Your Camping Adventure
Are you spending your camping holiday by a body of water and feeling envious of everyone paddling leisurely in their boats? Then an inflatable kayak or canoe is the ideal solution for you.
One of the biggest advantages of inflatable boats is their compact size when packed. Unlike traditional hard-shell canoes, an inflatable boat can be folded up and stored in a carrying bag. This makes it easy to stow away in your camper, car, or tent, saving you the hassle of transporting a large canoe on a roof rack. At Canoe Online, we offer a wide variety of inflatable canoes and kayaks. Whether you're traveling solo or with your family, there's a model suited to every situation. Weighing between 10 to 25 kilograms, these boats are also light enough to carry for longer distances on foot.
Inflatable Boats: Quick to Inflate and Stable
Another plus is the quick setup and breakdown. With a standard air pump, the boats can be inflated and ready to use in just a few minutes. Once inflated, these canoes and kayaks offer high stability and durability, allowing you to safely and comfortably take on longer tours on rivers, lakes, or even the sea.
For campers, inflatable kayaks offer numerous advantages. The combination of a small pack size, light weight, and quick readiness makes inflatable boats an interesting gadget for every camping and kayaking enthusiast.
Checklist for Your Camping Holiday with a Canoe or Kayak
We've put together a small checklist of what you'll need for your camping trip with an inflatable boat:
- Paddle
- Life jacket
- Pump
- Dry bags for storing valuables
- Carrying bag for transporting your boat
- Repair kit for minor damage
- Sun protection
- Neoprene clothing if needed (shoes, pants, jacket)
Camping Tips from the Vanlife Editorial Team
Nearly any campsite by the water is suitable for canoe and kayak tours. The experts at Vanlife Magazine offer inspiration in their focus on lake camping and also in their "Head to the Sea" section. Camping by a river is also a great option but requires a certain level of paddling skill. Additionally, your exit point will most likely not be the same as your entry point, so you'll need to arrange transportation back to the campsite or your starting point.