Camping Furniture & Showering
The right furniture turns a patch of grass into a comfortable camp. Our range covers everywhere you sit, eat, wash and store your gear, from ultralight hiking chairs to family dining setups and portable showers, with brands like Helinox, Zempire, Kiwi Camping, Coleman and YETI.
Start with the essentials: a comfortable camp chair to relax in and a sturdy table to cook and eat at, then add a portable shower for a hot wash at the end of the day and storage to keep the site tidy. If you are carrying gear on your back, look for the compact, lightweight options; for car camping you can prioritise comfort and space.
Kitting out a comfortable basecamp? call into the Land & Sea concept store at 36 Pollen Street, Grey Lynn, Auckland for a hands on look before you buy, or shop online with fast, tracked delivery right across New Zealand.
Frequently asked questions about camping furniture and showering
What should I look for in a camping chair?
Match the chair to how you camp. For car camping, prioritise comfort, back support and a cup holder, weight barely matters. For hiking or kayaking, look at packed size and weight, where a compact fold-down chair earns its place. Also check the weight rating and the feet, wide feet stop a chair sinking into soft ground.
How does a portable camp shower work?
Most portable showers either heat water with gas for a genuine hot shower, use a pump or battery to pressurise water, or rely on a solar bag that warms in the sun through the day. Pair it with a shower tent for privacy. Choose based on whether you want instant hot water or a simpler, cheaper rinse-off.
Are camping tables worth it, or can I manage without?
A table is one of the upgrades campers rarely regret. It gives you a clean, stable surface to cook and eat on, keeps gear off the ground, and saves your back. Roll-up and fold-flat tables pack down small for the car, and there are compact versions light enough for the more comfort-minded hiker.
What is the most compact camping furniture for hikers?
Look for the lightweight, packable ranges built around alloy poles and technical fabrics, like the compact chairs and low tables that fold to the size of a drink bottle. They cost more than bulky car-camping furniture but weigh a fraction, which is what matters when you carry everything on your back.
How do I keep my campsite organised?
Storage is the secret to a calm campsite. Use tubs or soft storage to group gear by job, kitchen, bedding, tools, so anyone can find things, and get commonly used items up off the ground on a table or rack. A little organisation at setup saves a lot of hunting around after dark.
Can I get a hot shower while camping?
Yes. Gas-powered portable showers heat water on demand for a genuinely warm shower, while solar shower bags give you a warm rinse after a sunny day. Add a pop-up shower tent for privacy and you have a proper wash-up at any campsite, which makes longer trips far more pleasant.