Overland roof-top car tents became popular with adventurers who went on adventures in the Australian outback and needed safe installation on the roof of the vehicle for safety from predators. Due to the practicality of this type of installation and the fact that the tent is erected in an instant, roof tents for vehicles are gaining in popularity by leaps and bounds. The main reason is practicality and setting up a "camp" in just a few minutes. This is why overlanding and camping in this way is so popular. We present to you the best roof tents for overlanding 2020.
You are looking for the best roof top tent for a car? So-called overlanding - overland roof tent? Then allow us to introduce you to those roof tents, which the editors have chosen from multitude of providers and there are power to buy and to test also in Slovenia. At the same time, it is also possible to get for them professional advice and installation. We reviewed the manufacturers and their most popular and the best roof tent designs for cars and prices and purchase options.
Thule Tepui – Roof Tents
One of the main manufacturers of supplements for cars – Thule – it's the end of the year 2018 bought a small boutique manufacturer roof tents from of California – brand Tepui. That's how it was created synergy of specialist experience and the power of a big brand. Tepui is synonymous with innovation and quality in the segment of roof tents for vehicles. You will most often see this brand on the roofs of vehicles, as their products are of high quality and at the same time affordable.
Roof Tent – Thule Tepui Explorer Kukenam 3
This roof top tent represents ideal relationship between price and usability and is one of the most popular products of this manufacturer. It can accommodate up to three people on a double bed 244×142 cm. Its construction is quite massive and durable, as it weighs around 60 kilograms. The fabric used is waterproof and protected against mold. Because really quality materials can be on the roof of your vehicle for a long period of time. So there are no worries if you drive it on your roof all summer!
BUY: €1,614.92Roof tent – Thule Tepui Explorer Autana 3
Comparable to a tent Explorer Kukenam but with the possibility of installing an additional hall that can serve as a small kitchen and a place to store various items. At the same time, this vestibule is a great shelter in case of bad weather. Rooftop tent Autana 3 but it is also longer, as it measures just 330×142 cm. You will be able to store your luggage in almost an extra meter of length.
BUY: €2,089.96Sheepie - Roof Tents
It all started in 1999, deep in the Australian outback, where the founders of the brand by Sheepie® camped in difficult conditions. The equipment they used it didn't fit to their demands and wishes! The difficult climatic conditions (warm during the day and cold at night) inspired them to develop alternative way of camping – and equipment that will serve this as best as possible. A few years later, the result is one of the most popular brands, Sheepie®, which represents the gold standard roof tents around the world.
Rooftop Tent – Sheepie Yuna Family
They are not alone and have a child. Then it is the right choice for you Yuna Familybecause of the mega dimensions of the mattress 200×250 cm. The specialty of Yuna tents is patented frame technology, which is exceptional strong and stable. You simply open the roof tent with a single movement. That's why setting up is a pleasure! The tent is very breathable, because sides of the tent they can open with large side windows, which open up the views, but at the same time ventilate the tent, which thus becomes yours outdoor living room. All materials used are exceptional quality, waterproof and protected from UV rays.
Campwerk – roof top tents
A German company with a long tradition in production of specialized products for camping, years ago he saw the potential in the production of quality overlanding roof tents. They offer exceptional interesting models with lots of extras like awnings, canopies, vestibules. They offer quite a few product lines. From relatively simple to complex systems to survive in the wilderness. The fact that they are very active on YouTube, where they create a lot interesting content.
Roof tent – Campwerk Adventure 165 – 2020
Unbelievable comfortable tent in which they will be able to sleep without problems even up to three adults, because in addition to its width, it also has an excellent length. The “Adventure” roof tent unfolds in just a few seconds into an incredible comfortable living space. A huge sleeping area, with a high-quality and comfortable mattress, is easily accessible via the attached ladder. They are available large windows, through which views will open in all directions. All windows have mosquito nets to prevent intrusion unwanted insects inside. The two panoramic windows are unique, allowing stargazing on summer nights.
BUY: €2,042.40Need more information? Join the FB group - Overlanding Slovenia
Lovers overlanding is in Slovenia more every day. But there is very little quality information. The latter can be found on global websites, which are mostly commercial in nature. If you want to become a member overland communities, we suggest you join the Slovenian group at Facebook, namely Overland Slovenia, where you can exchanged useful with members route information, equipment and the rest.